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Athens, Tennessee Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Athens! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How to see Dale Earnhardt Jr. live in Athens this July

Also on today's calendar: It’s Not Too Late (Thur – Sat – 12:00am – 1:00am) and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 81 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 84, low: 58.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Speak at Athens Chamber Benefit Sponsored by TVFCU; Tickets on Sale (allongeorgia.com) — Dale Earnhardt Jr. is coming to Athens on July 16 for the 19th annual Athens Chamber Benefit, supporting the chamber’s work in McMinn County. Hosted by TVFCU, the evening includes a motivational talk, Q&A, and optional VIP dinner and meet-and-greet, with tickets starting at $45.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Emergency Alert
    Thanks for helping us to spread the word! PREVIOUSLY POSTED: Alert. #TNSilverAlert We need your help to find William Schmutzer, who is missing from… (Nextdoor )
  • Luttrell Staffing Group posted a job opening for General Labor/Forklift Operator in Athens. Apply here.
  • CVS Pharmacy, Inc. posted a job opening for District Support Pharmacist in Athens. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Athens here.

🗞 Nearby News

Sweetwater

  • Hazardous Waste Enforcement: Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Proposed Order and Assessment Addressing Sweetwater Utility Vault Manufacturer (jdsupra.com)
  • Ida Layman Humphreys, 92, Loudon (bbbtv12.com)

Dayton

Loudon

  • Lamar Alexander talks new book, friendship with Alex Haley (knoxnews.com)
  • 4th of July events in East Tennessee for America's 250th anniversary (wate.com)

Ok Athens! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Athens

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