🌱 Patch AM: Two Kennesaw Bank of America branches are closing—see which locations.

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In today's newsletter:

• Two Kennesaw Bank of America branches are closing—see which locations.

Also on today's calendar: Free Square Dance Open House Sept. 3 in Kennesaw and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, temps: high: 86, low: 70.
• Friday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 82 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Bank of America Branch Closures Now Surge Before Year Ends (franknez.com) — Two Bank of America branches in Kennesaw, on George Busbee Parkway and Cobb Parkway, are among two dozen locations the bank plans to close nationwide this year. The closures reflect a broader shift toward digital banking and consolidation of underused branches. Kennesaw residents who rely on in-person services may soon need to travel farther for their banking needs.
   

📸 Around Kennesaw

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Kennesaw

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Wednesday August 26
• Softball @ Allatoona
  Harrison High School Kennesaw, GA 30152
  5:30 pm
Thursday August 27
• Basketball 4-1's
  Harrison High School Kennesaw, GA 30152
  6:30 am
• VOLLYEBALL v CARTERSVILLE/KELL (JV/V)
  Harrison High School Kennesaw, GA 30152
  4:00 pm
• SOFTBALL @ CAMPBELL (JV/V)
  Harrison High School Kennesaw, GA 30152
  5:00 pm
• 9th Gr Football v Walton
  Harrison High School Kennesaw, GA 30152
  6:00 pm
• JV Football @ Walton
  Harrison High School Kennesaw, GA 30152
  6:00 pm
Friday August 28
• Basketball 4-1's
  Harrison High School Kennesaw, GA 30152
  6:30 am
Sunday August 30
• Cheatham Hill Battlefield Tour
  Kennesaw Mountain National Park Program meets at the Illinois Monument parking lot.
  11:00 am
Thursday September 3
• Free Square Dance Open House Sept. 3 in Kennesaw →
  Ben Robertson Community Center 2753 Watts Drive, Kennesaw, Georgia 30144
  7:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday August 26
• Municipal Court in session →
  Marietta, GA Calendar, 240 Lemon Street, Marietta
  8:30 am
• JV Football vs North Atlanta HS
  Marietta High School Northcutt Stadium, 121 Winn St, Marietta, GA 30064, USA
  6:00 pm
Thursday August 27
• MCAA PTA Spirit Night (Fundraiser)
  Marietta Center for Advanced Academics Marietta, GA 30060
• Senior Sunrise
  Marietta High School Marietta, GA 30060
  6:30 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

 

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• A very friendly cat has taken up residence at our home lately.
  Has a tipped ear (fixed) and we heard that it belongs to a neighbor, although I haven't seen evidence of that. Is anyone able to confirm that this is… (Nextdoor Jebs Court/Travelers Trail)
• Lost dog!!!!
  May answer to Gracie or Bekkah. If seen please call 678-634-3504! Last seen near Jiles Road and Cobb Parkway around 3:00 PM today. (Nextdoor Main Street)

• Dine Brands Global, Inc. posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Kennesaw. Apply here.
• Taco Mac posted a job opening for Server - Kennesaw in Kennesaw. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kennesaw here.

🗞 Nearby News

Acworth

• New business listings filed in unincorporated Cobb County for the week of Aug. 16–Aug. 23, 2026 (macon.com)
• Senate candidate Mike Collins pitches to veterans in Acworth (gpb.org)
• Whataburger: Get a FREE Summer Peach Whatafresher drink on Tuesday (rewards account required) (atlantaonthecheap.com)

Marietta

• AMARA Subway Publishes Marietta Catering Guide for Office Lunches and Group Orders (commercialappeal.com)
• 'My name is Lumber, and I'm in need of a loving home!' (cobbcountycourier.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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