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Grayson, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min readGreetings Grayson! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How Grayson Highās tech program is leveling up for 2026-27
- Graysonās own Mekhi Mews lands a pro deal in Montreal
Also on today's calendar: Southern-Fried Gaming Expo and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: What kind of shoes do frogs wear? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 82 and low of 72 degrees.
- Sunday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 70. š¶ Hot!
- Monday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 91 and low of 72 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Back-to-School 2026: College and Career Development programs prepare students for tomorrow (gcpsk12.org) ā Families in Grayson should know that Grayson High Schoolās Technical Education Program is expanding opportunities, including the new AP Cybersecurity course that can earn students college credit and industry credentials. The broader Gwinnett County system is rolling out fresh AI, business, healthcare, and STEM pathways across nearby schools, aiming to better connect local students with high-demand careers and hands-on learning. 
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ā¢ Montreal Alouettes sign two-time National Champion wide receiver Mekhi Mews (bgmsportstrax.com) ā A hometown connection is heading to the Canadian Football League: wide receiver and return specialist Mekhi Mews, a 23-year-old from Grayson has signed with the Montreal Alouettes. After winning two national titles at the University of Georgia and finishing his college career at Houston, he recently participated in the New Orleans Saintsā rookie minicamp before landing this new opportunity. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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Southern-Fried Gaming Expo ā
Cobb Convention Center (Cobb Galleria Centre), 2 Galleria Pkwy SE, Atlanta
3:00 pm
Friday July 31
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Other local events
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Cozy Comedy ā
The Cozy Cork, 2132 Britt St Ste 213, Grayson
7:30 pm -
Gaming | Let's Role ā
Gwinnett County Public Library - Grayson Branch, 700 Grayson Pkwy, Grayson
6:00 pm -
Open House - Meet the Teachers! ā
Snellville Community Church, 2428 Main St E, Snellville
9:30 am
Saturday August 1
Tuesday August 4
Thursday August 13
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š Events Nearby
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Hope. Knowledge. Life. | A Community Cancer Conversation ā
Gwinnett County Public Library - Snellville Branch, 2245 Wisteria Dr SW, Snellville
10:00 am -
Back-to-School Bash
Rockdale County 1400 Parker Road, Conyers, GA
10:00 am -
Evening of the Arts ā
Lawrenceville, GA Calendar, 125 N Clayton Street, Lawrenceville
3:00 pm -
*SERENE SUNDAY* Moon Creek ā
Painting with a Twist, 178 E Crogan St Suite 230, Lawrenceville
5:00 pm -
City Council Special Call - Proposed Millage Rate Public Hearing ā
Lawrenceville, GA Calendar, 70 S Clayton St, Lawrenceville
12:00 pm -
City Council Meeting ā
Lawrenceville, GA Calendar, 70 S Clayton St, Lawrenceville
7:00 pm -
Open House, Early Learning Center at RCA (ages 3-4)
Rockdale County ELC at RCA
9:00 am -
Open House, RCA and RVC
Rockdale County Rockdale Career Academy
3:00 pm -
Open House, Grades 9-12
Rockdale County Conyers, GA 30012
3:00 pm
Saturday July 25
Sunday July 26
Monday July 27
Tuesday July 28
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Some of the kittens from under the bridge at Ronald Reagan and Pleasant Hill are ready for adoption.
Look at how adorable these babies are. If youāre interested, please reach out to Angel Paws Rescue! https://www.facebook.com/share/1LJSSYFJKQ/ā¦ (Nextdoor Grayfield Drive) - Just need some guidance from long time Nextdoor users.
I listed an item for sale and received responses immediately. I know not to share financial information but some were asking to Zelle or Venmo fundsā¦ (Nextdoor Falcon Ridge)
- Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Grayson. Apply here.
- Whataburger posted a job opening for Restaurant Porter - Unit 1367 in Snellville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Grayson here.
š Nearby News
Snellville
- Rep. Arlene Beckles to Host āBack-to-School Safety Class' for South Gwinnett Families Tomorrow (house-press.com)
- āA brave, brave bunch': 31 kids, 5 adults rush to evacuate bus before explosive fire (wbal.com)
- Million $$$ fraud; Church group thankful; Trump protest (wgtjradio.com)
Gwinnett County
- Superintendent's Entry Plan - Gwinnett County Public Schools (gcpsk12.org)
- The Van's RV-12iS is coming to MSFS 2024, and a real flight school helped build it (msfsaddons.com)
- Metro Atlanta school districts increase safety measures ahead of upcoming school year (atlantanewsfirst.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Open-toad (Thank you Harold W. for sending it in!)
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