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Spotted on the Laurel calendar: Harbor City Music Company Presents: The Show Must Go On!

Tuesday October 6th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

What's up Laurel! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. β˜•οΈοΈ

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Laurel gardener turns deep shade into a color-filled retreat

Also on today's calendar: Harbor City Music Company Presents: The Show Must Go On! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? πŸ€” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 65 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunny and delightful, temps: high: 72, low: 49.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 48 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

β€’ Caladium foliage brightens gardens (msstate.edu) β€” A lush shade garden at Twin Oaks Cottage in Laurel showcases how colorful caladium foliage can transform even low-light corners into standout spaces. Using this local example, the writer shares practical tips on placement, containers, light, and watering so you can brighten your own Laurel garden without relying on flowers.
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  • Young pitbull found near Russett Green.
    The county is closed until Tuesday, and I can't let him in with my own pets. He appears healthy and is very affectionate. He deserves a good home… (Nextdoor Russett)
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πŸ—ž Nearby News

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  • Lawmakers Demand Answers from USDA on Halting of Cyclospora Research (natlawreview.com)
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Columbia

  • Man Convicted In Shooting Death Of Girlfriend's Father In Columbia (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" β€” So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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