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What's up Cumming! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Belk's Norcross closure means for shoppers in Cumming.
  • Planning fall fun? See what's happening at Warbington Farms in Cumming
  • Meet the Cumming native now clerking at Georgia's highest court.

Also on today's calendar: Fall Informational Coffee and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Rain and a t-storm; cooler, with a high of 70 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Monday: Humid; an a.m. shower or two, temps: high: 80, low: 59.
  • Tuesday: Sunny, nice and less humid, with a high of 76 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Belk to shut down Gwinnett County department store after 25 years (newsbreak.com) — Belk is closing its Norcross store in January, but customers from Cumming can still shop at the local Belk and other nearby locations as the company consolidates operations. The Norcross closure will feature steep in-store discounts, while the retailer emphasizes that products and services remain available in Cumming, Snellville, and Buford.
   

2. 13 corn mazes, haunted trails, and pumpkin patches to visit this fall (atlantaonthecheap.com) — Warbington Farms in Cumming is featured as a top spot for fall fun, with a pumpkin patch, flashlight corn maze, hayrides, barnyard animals, and special events running through early November. The guide compares prices, hours, and activities at farms within 90 minutes of Atlanta, helping Cumming families plan affordable day trips and seasonal outings.
   

3. Georgia Supreme Court Welcomes 2026-27 Class of Law Clerks (columbustimes.com) — A Georgia Supreme Court announcement highlights that Cumming resident Abby Attaway has been selected as a term law clerk, serving Presiding Justice Sarah Hawkins Warren for the 2026–27 term. The piece profiles her education, legal experience, and pro bono work, alongside other new clerks from around the state, underscoring Georgia's investment in developing future legal leaders.
   

4. Pine Needle Quilt Guild sews quilts for Sleep in Heavenly Peace (smokesignalsnews.com) — Children in Forsyth and nearby counties are getting new beds and handmade quilts thanks to Sleep in Heavenly Peace and the Pine Needle Quilt Guild, with mattresses donated by Fred's Beds in Cumming. The Dawsonville chapter has already delivered over 1,000 beds and is planning another community build on Halloween morning, offering locals several ways to volunteer or donate.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Just bought gas at RaceTrac on McFarland.
    $3.57 unbelievable!! This put a smile on my face today. (Nextdoor Greenwood Acres)
  • Good morning, neighbors.
    My fiance is a 61 year old, 23-year veteran. He has insurance through the VA but has been experiencing some cognitive decline over the past year,… (Nextdoor Pilgrim Mill)
  • Panera posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Cumming. Apply here.
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Cumming. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cumming here.

Ok Cumming! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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