🌱 Supplies for Success Registration Open + New Business Services Area

Hello, neighbors! Sean Peek here with your Monday edition of the Cartersville Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on locally.

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But first, your local weather:

• Monday: An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 79 Low: 63.
• Tuesday: Pleasant with periods of sun. High: 76 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Cartersville today:

1. For those in need, the Bartow County School District and Bless Coalition's Supplies for Success registration is now open. Those who need school supplies, backpacks, pens and pencils, haircuts, and more will be able to receive them for free upon registration. Pickup for the supplies will be on Jul. 22, 23, and 28 at different locations listed at the link. For more information, click here. (Bartow Schools via Twitter)
2. A new business will open in Atlanta West on Jun. 1 that will bring new jobs to the area and service Cartersville. Purchase Green Artificial Grass, North America's largest artificial grass supplier, will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. There will also be franchise opportunities available, and more information can be found on the business's website. (PR Newswire)
3. Bartow County police are continuing the search to find the person responsible for the murder of a man in Cartersville last week. Caleb Demond Thomas, 19, was found on Tuesday near Parkway Station Drive SE. He later died from his injuries at Piedmont Cartersville Hospital. The sheriff's office has asked for community members to share any information they may have. (Fox 5 Atlanta)

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Today and tomorrow in Cartersville:

Monday, May 22

• Auditions For Present Laughter At Historic Legion Theatre (7:30 PM)

Tuesday, May 23

• TableTop Guild For Adults At Cartersville Library (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Unfortunately, due to the forecast, Music by the Tracks was canceled on Saturday night. Downtown Cartersville will soon announce a new date for the event within the next few days. (Downtown Cartersville via Facebook)
• Did you miss the Beekeeping event at the Adairsville Library last month? Well, good news: Cartersville Library will host the introductory course on May 23. The program starts at 6:30 p.m., so mark your calendars! (Bartow County Library System via Facebook)
• Are you looking for the perfect new home? Many houses are available in the Cartersville area perfect for your family. Check out the most recent properties for sale at the link! (Patch)

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

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.