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Good morning Acworth! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why an Acworth-area detox center is alarmed about kratom use.
Also on today's calendar: Howl-O-Weenie: Dachshund Festival and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Partly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 78 and low of 55 degrees.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and delightful, temps: high: 81, low: 56.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 79 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Why an over-the-counter herbal supplement is raising alarms after college deaths (fox5atlanta.com) — A Georgia addiction specialist whose clinic operates in Acworth warns that kratom dependency is now surpassing fentanyl withdrawal cases in some detox programs, even as the herbal supplement remains legal for adults in the state. Following two college deaths in Mississippi where kratom packages were found nearby, the story explains the drug's opioid-like effects, failed efforts to ban it in Georgia, and the rapid rise in its use. 
📸 Around Acworth
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Acworth
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★ Featured events ★
- Howl-O-Weenie: Dachshund Festival →
Brook Run Park, 4770 N Peachtree Rd, Dunwoody
Saturday September 26
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Other local events
- Acworth Farmers Market →
Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee Street, Acworth
8:00 am - 3d Layered Paper Art workshop @ The Community Center →
Acworth Community Center, 4361 Cherokee Street, Acworth
10:00 am - 3d Layered Paper Art workshop →
Acworth Community Center, 4361 Cherokee Street, Acworth
10:00 am - Volunteer Workday →
Acworth Community Garden, 4757 School Street, Acworth
8:00 am - Intro to Crochet →
Acworth Community Center, 4361 Cherokee Street, Acworth
6:00 pm - Work Session - Mayor & Board of Aldermen →
Acworth City Hall, 4415 Center Street, Acworth
6:30 pm - ABA: Morning Jolt →
The Cowan, 4271 Southside Drive, Acworth
8:00 am - 2026 Nonpartisan Candidate Meet & Greet →
Turner Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 492 North Marietta Pkwy NE, Marietta
5:30 pm - Community Conversation Series →
Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Dr, Kennesaw
5:00 pm - General Meeting →
Roberts School Community and Education Center, 4681 School St, Acworth
10:00 am - 2026 Acworth Book & Storytelling Festival →
Acworth Community Center, 4361 Cherokee St, Acworth
10:00 am
Saturday September 26
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
Saturday October 3
Tuesday October 6
Saturday October 10
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Ok folks some of you know me as Charlie the Victoria Campground mascot and head of the welcome committee.
I have lost my way home. If you find me or know my whereabouts could you please call my daddy at 770-298-9269. Or bring me home where I belong. Thank… (Nextdoor Red Top Mountain South) - Has anyone seen this dog?
She's been gone since July 4th. No leads at any animals shelters. We believe someone could be keeping her in their home. Please contact me with any… (Nextdoor Red Top Mountain South)
- Arby's posted a job opening for Team Member in Acworth. Apply here.
- Papa John's Pizza posted a job opening for QCC Safety & Maintenance Technician in Acworth. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Acworth here.
🗞 Nearby News
Kennesaw
- Kennesaw State rises in U.S. News rankings of top universities (cobbcountycourier.com)
- Kennesaw State vs Arkansas State Prediction 9/26/2026 Today's College Football Picks (pickdawgz.com)
- How much do you know about KSU's engineering programs? (cobbcountycourier.com)
Woodstock
- Celebrate Dolly Day at Reformation Brewery in Woodstock on Friday (atlantaonthecheap.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I for 1. (Thank you Bill L. for sending it in!)
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