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You won't want to miss Taste of BBQ Festival on the Buford Patch calendar

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Greetings Buford! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Buford subdivision became the scene of a running gunfight
  • Buford named Georgia's top high school football team in national rankings

Also on today's calendar: Taste of BBQ Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do you know the moon is going broke? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Partly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 83, low: 60.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• UPDATE: New York murder suspect caught after running gun battle with cops in Buford (wgtjradio.com) — A New York murder suspect was wounded and captured after exchanging gunfire with officers in a Buford subdivision, following an early-morning warrant operation. Authorities say the man fled, later confronted officers near a Lawrenceville elementary school, and was ultimately shot and taken into custody in stable condition. Local residents may notice increased law enforcement presence tied to the investigation.
   

• National high school football rankings: USA TODAY Sports Super 50 after Week 6 (usatoday.com) — Buford is highlighted as Georgia's top high school football team in USA TODAY's latest national rankings heading into October. The list names leading programs in every state, putting Buford alongside powerhouse schools from across the country. Local fans can take pride in the Wolves' strong start and statewide recognition.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Well, I'm at it again!
    Day drinking and cooking. Today's menu: slow roasted grass fed beef short rib. Whipped garlic mashed potatoes. Red wine reduced mushroom gravy. Quick… (Nextdoor Shadburn Ferry)
  • Anyone missing a kitten?
    Location is near Hamilton Mill Rd and Ridge Rd in Buford. We took it in for the night. Edited: we took it to the vet on Saturday to check for a… (Nextdoor Ivy Creek)
  • Target posted a job opening for Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Tech, Inbound (Stocking) (T1206) in Buford. Apply here.
  • BOS Staffing posted a job opening for Accounting Specialist in Flowery Branch. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Buford here.

🗞 Nearby News

Suwanee

Lawrenceville

  • This Underrated Georgia Town's Walkable Downtown, Diverse Dining, And New Boutique Hotel Make For An Ideal Weekend Away (southernliving.com)
  • EGGtoberfest Celebrates 29 Years of Live-Fire Cooking (theatlantavoice.com)

Ok Buford! 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: It's down to its last quarter. (Thank you Linda H. for sending it in!)
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