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Hey there, Norcross! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Norcross upbringing helped launch Darius Slayton’s NFL career

Today's riddle: My dog used to chase people on a bike a lot. 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 59 and low of 37 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Showers around in the p.m., temps: high: 55, low: 27.
  • Thursday: Windy; mostly cloudy, colder, with a high of 38 and low of 22 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Darius Slayton: Bio And Career Highlights (boredpanda.com) — Norcross readers may be interested to know that New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton grew up right in Norcross, where his parents nurtured both his character and football talent. The profile traces his path from Greater Atlanta Christian School to Auburn and then the NFL, highlighting his on-field production and his community work through his LHRH Foundation.
   

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    Tuesday January 13
  • Crafts With Ms. Toni: No-Sew Pillows
    Redan-Trotti Library -
    3:00 pm
    • Wednesday January 14
  • AI for Everyday Life
    Redan-Trotti Library -
    10:30 am
  • Transfer and Paint Workshop: New Beginnings
    Redan-Trotti Library Meeting Room Redan-Trotti Library -
    4:00 pm
    • Thursday January 15
  • Matter of Balance
    Redan-Trotti Library -
    10:30 am
  • Doubt: A Parable - On Stage January 15-31
    Merely Players Presents , 3785 King Ave , Doraville
    7:30 pm
    • Friday January 16
  • Building Blocks
    Redan-Trotti Library Meeting Room Redan-Trotti Library -
    11:00 am
    • Saturday January 17
  • Puzzle Swap
    Redan-Trotti Library -
    11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I'm looking to adopt two kittens.
    If anyone knows where I can adopt them, please send me a message. Thank you :) (Nextdoor The Trails)
  • TWO DOGS FOUND LIGHT CIRCLE
    A German Shepherd and a female Dalmatian were found running loose on Beaver Ruin near Light Circle late Sunday afternoon (4:30 pm). I tried to get… (Nextdoor Light Circle)
  • Bowlero Corporation posted a job opening for Requisition Porter in Norcross. Apply here.
  • Servpro posted a job opening for Guest Services Coordinator in Norcross. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Norcross here.

🗞 Nearby News

Peachtree Corners

  • 2026 Southeastern Stamp Expo set for Jan. 23-25 announces further details (linns.com)
  • Arlington Capital Partners Buys Pond & Company In First Platform Deal From $6 Billion Fund VII (pulse2.com)

Doraville

  • Mom With Knife Sticking Out Head Escapes Sexual Assault With 2 Kids in Tow (crimeonline.com)

Lilburn

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I took its bike away.
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