🌱 High Voting Numbers + Schools Near Max + Bartow Judge Recognized

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Josee Noble, your host of the Cartersville Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Today we'll cover these stories and more:

• Voting numbers exceed expectations.
• Three BCSS schools surpass 90% maximum capacity.
• Día De Los Muertos.

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But first, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds; nice. High: 70 Low: 56.

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Here are the top stories today in Cartersville:

1. As of Oct. 26, Bartow County has recorded an estimated 8,700 in-person votes cast. Roughly 1,800 absentee ballots had also been issued by mail. (Subscription: The Daily Tribune News)
2. It was reported at the Bartow County Board of Education's work session on Oct. 17, that Adairsville Elementary, Cass Middle and Adairsville High are above 90% maximum capacity. Board members were provided with options to help alleviate overcrowding. (Subscription: The Daily Tribune News)
3. Bartow County Chief Magistrate Judge Brandon Bryson, 38, was named one of Georgia Trend's 40 Under 40. He was one of Georgia's youngest chief magistrates at age 32 when he took office nearly six years ago. (georgiatrend.com)

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Today in Cartersville:

• Fall Festival (11:00 AM)
• Movies at the Museum: Turbo - Savoy Automobile Museum (2:00 PM)
• Día De Los Muertos - Downtown Cartersville (12:00)

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From my notebook:

• The Bartow County tradition Turkey Trot 5K is back to benefit the United Way of Bartow County and all of the organizations it supports!! (United Way of Bartow County via Facebook)
• Celebration Day at BCCCA! Celebrating the Right Work!!! Great job Academy!!! (Bartow County College and Career Academy via Facebook)
• Our next Business After Hours event is just around the corner! Join us as we have a fun evening hosted by Wealth Enhancement & Preservation at the Bartow History Museum with networking, great giveaways, and more! (Cartersville-Bartow Chamber via Instagram)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around.

— Josee Noble

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