🌱 GHC's New President + Rezoning Hit And Miss + School Supplies Given

Happy Tuesday, neighbors. Back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town!!

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First, today's weather:

Scattered thunderstorms. High 87F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. 70% chance of rain.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cartersville:

1. Bartow County Commissioner Steve Taylor gave his approval for the rezoning of about 32 acres along Old Grassdale Road for a projected townhome development next to Gerdau. However, the request to rezone roughly 11 acres near Burnt Hickory Road and Cline Drive for a townhome project was rejected. (Subscription: Daily Tribune News)
2. On July 1, the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) named Dr. Mike Hobbs as the new president of Georgia Highlands College (GHC). As an almost 30-year veteran of the higher education system, Hobbs most recently held the position of vice president for student affairs at Jefferson State Community College in Alabama since 2018. Prior to serving in numerous positions at Jefferson State, he was the coordinator of admission services at University of Alabama at Birmingham. (Video: WRGA)
3. Dr. Miniyar's Pediatrics P.C. and Amerigroup provided local students with free school supplies last week. The Back to School event kicked off on July 12 and continued until Friday. Dr. Miniyar's Pediatrics P.C also announced that it will be hosting a Wellness Fun Festival on Thursday, July 28. Parents are encouraged to stop by to schedule their children's wellness checks while letting the little ones enjoy the free activities. (Coosa Valley News)

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Today in Cartersville:

• Mexican Train Dominoes - Cartersville Library (10 a.m.)
• Dungeons & Dragons for Adults - Cartersville Library (6 p.m.)
• Auditions for My Brother's Secret Keeper, Noble on Main (7:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Who's Hiring In And Around Cartersville: This Week's Newest Job Openings. Take a look through the newest jobs. (Cartersville Patch)
• Downtown Cartersville: "What a fun way to end the Summer Concert Series! 🎶 🎸" Thanks to all that came and thank you Downtown Cartersville! (Downtown Cartersville via Facebook)
• National Day of the Cowboy at the Booth Western Art Museum, Saturday July 23 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Celebrate the contribution of the cowboy and cowgirl to America's cultural heritage. Admission to the Museum Festival Grounds is free. Wear your western attire and receive $20 off regular admission to the museum.

You're all caught up for today! I'll see you again soon!

— Josee Noble

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