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In today's newsletter:

  • How did Arab’s Junior Knights set up tonight’s Scottsboro showdown?
  • Arab community reflects on beloved teacher Darriel Ledbetter’s lasting influence
  • Arab community grieves Brindlee Mountain eighth-grader lost in tragic crash

Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A shower and t-storm; windy, with a high of 59 and low of 34 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny, but chilly, temps: high: 46, low: 31.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning; sunny, with a high of 59 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Arab Junior Knights go 3-4 during last week (thearabtribune.com) — Arab Junior Knights basketball fans can catch a home matchup against Scottsboro tonight, followed by games at Supreme Courts in Warrenton on Friday before Christmas break. The eighth grade boys notched a strong road win over Albertville, with Eli Guger and Calder Reaves leading the scoring before a close loss to Challenger.
   

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• Ledbetter remembered for making students ‘think' (thearabtribune.com) — Arab residents are mourning longtime Arab High School English teacher Darriel “Dario” Ledbetter, who died over the weekend at 78. Former students across Arab are sharing memories of how he sparked their love of literature, introduced them to artist Nall, and led eye-opening spring break trips across Europe.
   

• Friends remember Brindlee Mountain eighth-grader killed in crash (wsfa.com) — Arab families are mourning Brindlee Mountain eighth-grader Jacob King, who was killed in a crash less than a mile from home. Friends describe him as a loyal, brother-like presence who supported them through tough times, and a GoFundMe has been set up to help his family. Their memories highlight how deeply he touched classmates across the Arab community.
   

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