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🌱 Which Dolly Parton classics are coming to Regal McDonough this week?
Coming up: 2026 FoodieLand - Sunday on the McDonough Patch calendar
Good day McDonough! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Which Dolly Parton classics are coming to Regal McDonough this week?
Also on today's calendar: 5 Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 95 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 93, low: 73.
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 96 and low of 74 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Where to see classic Dolly Parton movie screenings in Georgia (fox5atlanta.com) — McDonough movie fans can catch special screenings of two classic Dolly Parton films at Regal McDonough from Sept. 4–9, with all $9.25 ticket proceeds supporting her Imagination Library for early childhood literacy. The article lists exact dates each film plays and explains how the charity now mails free books to millions of young children. 
📸 Around McDonough
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🗓 Upcoming Events in McDonough
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★ Featured events ★
- 2026 FoodieLand - Sunday →
EchoPark Speedway, 1500 Tara Pl, Hampton
1:00 pm
Sunday September 6
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Other local events
- City Council Workshop →
McDonough, GA Calendar
6:00 pm - City Closure in Observance of Labor Day →
McDonough, GA Calendar - Community Convener Episode Release →
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Website Spotify Apple Podcasts
7:00 am - Skills Showcase: Retirement Isn't About Saving Money... It's About Creating Income →
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Henry County Chamber - Business Resource Center 1709 Hwy 20 W McDonough, GA 30253
8:00 am - Henry Business Builders
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events 1709 Hwy 20W McDonough 30253
9:00 am - Planning Commission Meeting →
McDonough, GA Calendar
6:00 pm - Main Street Advisory Board Meeting →
McDonough, GA Calendar, 5 Griffin Street, McDonough
9:00 am - 5 Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony →
Kulani Derm & Wellness Spa, LLC, 300 Argento Dr, McDonough
4:00 pm
Thursday September 3
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Saturday September 19
📣 McDonough Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- EmPOWER her Coffee Hour Series—Women Leading Forward: Building Influence, Resilience & Impact →
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Hudgins Room Henry County Chamber of Commerce 1709 Hwy. 20 West McDonough, GA 30253
8:00 am - BRIDGE Skills Session: Marketing That Works — Telling Your Story on Any Budget →
Henry County Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Events Business Resource Center 1709 Hwy 20 W McDonough, GA 30253
9:30 am - Ray's Old School Corner →
Clayton County Library System: Lovejoy Branch, 1721 McDonough Rd, Hampton
11:30 am - Bike Night at Sweet Auburn BBQ
Visit Henry County Sweet Auburn BBQ McDonough, 1828 Jonesboro Road, McDonough, GA, 30253, United States
5:00 pm
Thursday September 3
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I was at the Walmart today at Hudson bridge rd did a big no no I was in a motorized cart put all my groceries in my van drove to pick up my nephew at school and was going to make a call that's when I found out I left my phone in the cart.
My id all my credit cards including a debit card went back and checked with the customer service desk and someone had turned it in so I want to say… (Nextdoor Jonesboro Meadowbrook) - At the next Weekend Wellness Event with the McDonough Walking Club on Sept 5th, we'll be having a Mini Health Fair.
One of those vendors will be Dr. Karen J. Taylor, PT, DPT, ATC of Invictus Smart Performance and she not only will be a vendor but she'll be leading… (Nextdoor Park Place at Avalon)
- Burlington Coat Factory posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Mcdonough. Apply here.
- Premium Retail Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Merchandiser in Mcdonough. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near McDonough here.
🗞 Nearby News
Locust Grove
- CU Buffs' large Georgia contingent ready for homecoming in opener (gazette.com)
Stockbridge
- Stockbridge Council member removed from investigative panel (henryherald.com)
- Judge removes councilmember from Stockbridge mayor misconduct panel hearing (11alive.com)
Hampton
- HOT ROD Power Fest 2026 Returns to Atlanta With Drag Racing, Autocross, and Car Show (hotrod.com)
- Six from Georgia announced as part of new Sumo Championship League (11alive.com)
- Multiple winning lottery tickets sold in north Georgia over the weekend (cbs46.com)
Ok McDonough! 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: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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