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Good morning Augusta! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Need USDA help in Augusta? See when staff will be available.
- How UMaine Augusta's golfers outshot the field at Presque Isle
- How did Augusta's property tax rate fall so sharply this year?
Also on today's calendar: Swing in for Snacks and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 52 degrees.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 80, low: 59.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 76 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. USDA to launch customer support centers across Maine (wagmtv.com) — Residents in Augusta will soon have easier in-person access to USDA Rural Development help at the Kennebec County Office on North Belfast Avenue, staffed the second Tuesday of each month. The new customer support centers across Maine aim to simplify getting assistance with homeownership, business development, and other rural programs starting September 8. 
2. Monks Tie for Fourth at UMPI Invitational (gomonks.com) — The University of Maine at Augusta men's golf team captured the team title at the UMPI Invitational with a solid 309, edging the host Presque Isle squad by four strokes. For Augusta-area sports fans, it's a strong early-season statement against regional rivals and a promising sign for upcoming tournaments.
3. Portland's property tax rate climbs slightly but is still lower than other Maine cities (mainebiz.biz subscription) — Augusta homeowners can note that the city's property tax rate has dropped dramatically to $14.23 per $1,000 after a revaluation, even as Portland's rate edges up. The article compares rates across Maine and explains how budgets and revaluations shape local tax bills due this fall.
4. Windham instructor a finalist for Maine State Teacher of the Year (pressherald.com) — A Windham High School teacher is one of four finalists for Maine State Teacher of the Year, alongside educators from Lewiston, Augusta, and Bethel. Augusta is represented by Gretchen Livingston, a Spanish teacher at Cony Middle and High Schools, highlighting local excellence in education as the state prepares to choose the 2027 honoree.
📸 Around Augusta
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Augusta
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★ Featured events ★
- Get Connected! →
Randall Student Center, 46 University Drive, Augusta
10:00 am
Tuesday September 8
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Other local events
- Swing in for Snacks →
Randall Student Center, 46 University Drive, Augusta
11:30 am - Augusta Farmers' Market at Mill Park →
1 Water St, Augusta
2:00 pm - Seen and Herd Club Weekly Meeting →
Randall Student Center, 46 University Drive, Augusta
3:00 pm - Capitol Western Chapter Meeting - ZOOM & In-Person →
MSEA Headquarters, 5 Community Drive, 3rd Floor, Augusta
5:45 pm - Board of Education Business Meeting
Augusta Public Schools Capital Area Tech Center, 7 Pierce Dr, Augusta, ME 04330, USA
7:00 pm - Casting The Net Conference 2026 →
First United Pentecostal Church of Augusta, 15 Wilson Street, Augusta - Opening Reception: Michel Droge: Dreams from the Bardo →
Jewett Hall, 46 University Drive, Augusta
4:00 pm - Anti-Bullying Committee
Rsu 12 Chelsea Elementary School, 560-566 Togus Rd, Chelsea, ME 04330\
4:30 pm - 25th Anniversary September 11th Remembrance Ceremony →
Katz Library, 46 University Dr, Augusta
8:30 am - VEBA Meeting →
MSEA Headquarters, 5 Community Drive, 3rd Floor, Augusta
8:30 am - Maine Paranormal & Horror Convention 2026 →
Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta
10:00 am
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Saturday September 12
📣 Augusta Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Just moved to this block and living solo.
Any good spots around here where I can grab a bite without waiting in line? (Nextdoor West Side Augusta) - Here ye, here ye, come one, come all to the greatest yard sale of them all!
Huge yard sale! Come and check it out! Household items, books, clothes & more! (Nextdoor Riverview)
- Portland Glass Company posted a job opening for Glass Installer in Augusta. Apply here.
- Mancon, LLC posted a job opening for Inventory Specialist in Augusta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Augusta here.
Ok Augusta! 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: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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