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In today's newsletter:
- College Park man accused in multi-city armed robbery spree
- How Young Thug plans to mentor College Park teens this school year
- How today’s WNBA showdown in College Park could shape the standings
Today's riddle: Why is the desert so flat? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 91, low: 74.
- Wednesday: Clouds and sun with a t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Atlanta's ‘Master of Disguise' accused of robbing 10 stores at gunpoint during ‘reign of terror' (timesnewsnetworks.com) — A College Park man is accused in a months-long armed robbery spree that allegedly targeted convenience and discount stores in College Park and nearby cities. Federal prosecutors say he used disguises and a gun in 10 robberies before being arrested in January and now faces serious federal charges and a lengthy potential prison sentence. 
2. Young Thug launches mentoring program at Skyview High School (uatl.com subscription) — Students at Skyview High School in College Park are getting a new mentorship program from Grammy-winning rapper Young Thug, focused on guiding at-risk teens through the 2026-2027 school year. During his latest visit, he also donated $5,000 for a back-to-school bash with food, games, and activities, while sharing candid lessons about choices, perseverance, and building a better future.
3. Tempo vs Dream Game Overview, Stats, Injuries, Records - WNBA Game on August 10, 2026 (covers.com) — A WNBA matchup is coming to College Park today as the Atlanta Dream host the struggling Toronto Tempo in an Eastern Conference game. The Dream are chasing the conference lead and looking to complete a season sweep, while Toronto seeks to snap an eight-game skid and tighten up its defense.
4. Cumulus Cuts Majority Of 99X Atlanta Staff (radioinsight.com) — Listeners in College Park may notice big changes on 99X, as Cumulus Media has laid off most of the staff at WNNX 100.5, licensed to College Park/Atlanta. Longtime on‑air personalities from “The Morning X” and other dayparts say emotional goodbyes, blaming broader industry cutbacks rather than ratings for the shakeup.
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Alpharetta and Old Milton County Historical Society 1835 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009
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Tuesday August 11
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