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In today's newsletter:

  • Are Palmetto’s USPS delays about to ruin Christmas deliveries?
  • How a Union City mauling could change animal control near Palmetto

Also on today's calendar: Atlanta, GA (DECEMBER 21) - ONE SESSION and 5 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: A few a.m. showers, then rain, with a high of 59 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Friday: Breezy in the morning; sunny, temps: high: 52, low: 29.
  • Saturday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 63 and low of 38 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Metro Atlanta bookseller blames Palmetto USPS facility for holiday gift delays (fox5atlanta.com) — Holiday packages moving through the USPS Regional Processing and Distribution Center near Palmetto are reportedly sitting for days, worrying small shippers that gifts may miss Christmas deadlines. While a metro Atlanta bookseller describes repeated delays tied to the Palmetto facility, USPS insists holiday mail is being processed on time and urges customers with concerns to contact them directly.
   

• Fatal mauling causes animal control changes in Fulton County (macon.com) — A fatal dog mauling in nearby Union City has prompted Fulton County to shift animal control field services from contractor LifeLine to the county police department, tightening response and oversight. The victim had planned a routine bus trip to a bank in Palmetto that morning, underscoring how close-to-home this safety issue is for south Fulton and Coweta area residents.
   

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  • I have a mama dog and two puppies that need a home.
    I rescued them and would love if someone could help give them a home. (Nextdoor Sardis Rd, Chatt Hills)
  • Something attacked our ducks today.
    Not sure what, but all of them are injured with what look like puncture wounds and one is missing. Keep an eye on your animals (Nextdoor Kingsbrooke)
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  • Union City data center proposal draws heated, overcrowded council meeting (fox5atlanta.com)
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