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🌱 Why GBI agents in Douglas are seeking tips after a fatal shooting
Douglas, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min readGood day Douglas! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why GBI agents in Douglas are seeking tips after a fatal shooting
- See which local students earned top honors at Douglas’ state college
Today's riddle: When is the best time to buy a trampoline? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 91, low: 73.
- Friday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 91 and low of 72 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Douglas Residents Charged After Fatal Shooting in Coffee County (valdostatoday.com) — Douglas residents are facing serious charges after a man was fatally shot during a dispute involving a dog in nearby Coffee County, with state investigators now leading the case. Authorities are asking anyone in Douglas or Coffee County with information to contact the GBI’s Douglas office or submit anonymous tips as they work to complete the investigation for prosecutors. 
• Education Briefs June 8 (valdostadailytimes.com) — Students connected to South Georgia State College in Douglas earned top academic honors this spring, including president’s list, dean’s list, and academic honors recognitions. The roundup also highlights local students from several Georgia colleges and universities who graduated or made high academic lists, showcasing regional educational achievements that Douglas families may want to celebrate.
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- If anyone received a small package addressed to me today in their mailbox, please let me know!
USPS said it was delivered in my mailbox today, but I only had a piece of mail not a package!! (Nextdoor Bay Meadows)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Springtime (Thank you Cathy A. for sending it in!)
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