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Hello Norcross! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which former Norcross standout just earned national academic volleyball honors?

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

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  • Friday: Sunny and breezy, temps: high: 51, low: 26.
  • Saturday: Sunny and not as cool, with a high of 59 and low of 38 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Four Volleyball Players Earn Academic All-District Recognition (gomocs.com) — A Chattanooga volleyball standout who grew up in Norcross has earned Academic All-District honors, highlighting both her strong play and classroom success. She’s one of four Mocs players recognized nationally for maintaining high GPAs while contributing heavily on the court, with All-America selections to be announced in January.
   

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    Thursday December 18
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