Weather: A cold front has moved in, so you'll want to wear a jacket as you head to work or school. The National Weather Service predicts a high of 66 degrees and a 30 percent chance of a stray afternoon shower. Otherwise, expect partly sunny skies.
Top things to know:
- Since the late 1930s, the federal holiday Columbus Day has been celebrated commemorating Christopher Columbus' arrival to the New World in 1492. Read more about the history of Columbus Day from history.com.
- Meetings of the Board of Elections and Industrial Development Authority take place this afternoon. The first starts at 3 p.m. and the latter begins at 4 p.m.
- The Oconee County Board of Education holds a regular meeting at 4:30 p.m. NOHS teacher Jackson Huckaby will be awarded the New Teacher Assistance Grant, a $1,000 check from Georgia Power. Learn more about the award and see the complete draft of the meeting's agenda.
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