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In today's newsletter:

  • How is Gainesville hunting down hidden leaks beneath your street?

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  • Tuesday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 84 and low of 69 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 77, low: 64.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and less humid, with a high of 73 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Looking for leaks led Gainesville to kill two birds with one stone: Hydrant renewal (waterworld.com) — Gainesville's water utility is tracking down long-hidden leaks in its aging system, aiming to cut water loss while renewing old hydrants across the city. With rapid growth and shifting temperatures stressing underground pipes, crews are turning to more efficient methods than guesswork and digging to keep service reliable for local homes and businesses.
   

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  • PLEASE BE ON THE LOOK OUT FOR OUR MISSING FAMILY MEMBER.
    LAST SEEN AT 8am off Carter road in BUFORD, GA which is the Road behind west marine near quick trip and dollar general and oriellys. (Compton-Bell… (Nextdoor Squirrel Creek)
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    Hurley was lost on September 19, 2026 and was last seen near Buford, GA. My grandparents live off Carter Rd where she got out. She's a total goof… (Nextdoor UNG Oakwood Gainesville)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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