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🌱 Patch AM: How your downtown Augusta receipts could turn into a free staycation

Coming up on the Augusta Patch calendar: Gracy Fitness

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In today's newsletter:

  • How your downtown Augusta receipts could turn into a free staycation
  • How an arson arrest briefly shut down a vital Augusta food pantry
  • What two tragic mower deaths reveal about staying safe in your yard

Also on today's calendar: Music Bingo at Top Dawg Tavern and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Cloudy and less humid, with a high of 71 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 78, low: 53.
  • Saturday: Nice with plenty of sun, with a high of 80 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Downtown Augusta purchases could earn monthly staycations (augustachronicle.com) — Shopping at downtown Augusta businesses through December 31 could land you in a monthly drawing for local staycation prize packages, including hotel stays, dining, and entertainment. Residents just need qualifying purchases at two downtown spots and can enter online once per day, with four winners chosen between September and December.
   

2. Augusta woman who set fires around Vineyard church was asked to stay away (theaugustapress.com) — An Augusta church's food pantry operations were disrupted after investigators say a longtime attendee set multiple small fires around Vineyard Church of Augusta, leading to her arrest on first-degree arson charges. No one was hurt and damage was minor, but Monday's Storehouse Food Pantry sessions serving hundreds of local families were canceled while authorities, including ATF, processed the scene.
   

3. Mowing deaths in Augusta and S.C. highlight hazards of yardwork (wrdw.com) — A recent fatal lawn mower rollover into the Augusta Canal is prompting fresh warnings about yardwork safety for local residents. Paired with a similar deadly accident in South Carolina, experts highlight how common mower injuries are nationwide and offer practical tips as Augusta prepares for Ironman 70.3 traffic and busy fall yardwork routines.
   

4. A+ Athlete is back and we're kicking off with a tee‑rific start with Melanie Ball (wfxg.com) — A standout North Augusta High School student-athlete is being recognized for excelling in both academics and sports, including golf tournaments in the Aiken-Augusta area. With a weighted GPA above 5.0 and heavy involvement in school activities, she's the first honoree in FOX54's A+ Athlete series, which will award a $2,000 scholarship at year's end.
   

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    Thursday September 24
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    Henry H. Brigham Community Center, 2463 Golden Camp Rd., Augusta
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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Town planning issue:
    I believe a lot of conflict in the Wild West could have been avoided if the cowboy architects had just made their towns big enough for everyone. (Nextdoor Morehead/Roswell)
  • Buff Cochin chicks available!
    Also buff Cochin pullets :) 5$ a chick 7$ a pullet (Nextdoor Goshen)
  • CBRE Group, Inc. posted a job opening for Project Inspector/ QA Manager (night shift) in Augusta. Apply here.
  • Textron, Inc. posted a job opening for 2027 Production Planner Intern in Augusta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Augusta here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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