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Buchanan, Georgia Patch AM: a 3 min readGood day Buchanan! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Buchanan’s new housing rules could change your neighborhood options
Also on today's calendar: City Council Meeting – Regular Meeting.
Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 91, low: 67.
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 87 and low of 66 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Buchanan seeks to allow development of more accessory dwelling units (moodyonthemarket.com) — Buchanan’s city commissioners have approved zoning changes that allow more accessory dwelling units and higher residential density, especially downtown and in core neighborhoods. City Manager Tony McGhee says the move aims to create new housing options despite limited vacant land, while clarifying existing rules for residential uses and setting clearer standards for developers. 
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Softball @ Wesleyan V
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540 Georgia Ave S, Bremen
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Bremen High School, 529 Laurel St, Bremen
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Haralson County Invitational →
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V Football @ KIPP HS
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JV/V Volleyball vs Spencer
Bremen High School, 529 Laurel St, Bremen
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JV Football @ Rockmart
Rockmart High School, 990 Cartersville Hwy, Rockmart
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Softball vs Heard V
Temple High School, 589 Sage St, Temple
5:30 pm
Friday September 18
Saturday September 19
Monday September 21
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🗞 Nearby News
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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