🌱 Missing Marietta Man Found Deceased + Cobb Co. Books By Mail

Good morning, friends! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Marietta Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's going on these days in town.

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But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Plenty of sun. High: 86 Low: 63.
• Friday: Warm with plenty of sun. High: 90 Low: 67.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. A 66-year-old Marietta man, Keith Moore, who had been missing since Aug. 2, was discovered deceased near Cobb Parkway North. Marietta Police confirmed that his family had reported him missing and his last known location was near Cobb Parkway and Field Park Circle. While there were no indications of foul play in his death according to the Cobb County Medical Examiner's Office, the police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding his passing, with the exact cause and manner of death yet to be determined. (Marietta Patch)
2. In case you missed it, the Cobb County Public Library is introducing a Books by Mail service to cater to residents facing physical mobility challenges due to disability, illness, or transportation constraints. Available to eligible Cobb library cardholders, the service offers up to four items, including books, books on CD, and DVDs, with a nine-week circulation period. This initiative aims to extend library access to homebound individuals, with items delivered through the US Postal Service, and it was made possible by $21,600 in funding from the county's American Rescue Plan Act allocation. (Cobb County Courier)
3. The Georgia Military Veterans Hall of Fame (GMVHOF) conducted their ROTC Scholarship Certificate Presentation nearby at the Johns Creek's Newtown Park on Aug. 2. In front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica, The Wall That Heals, two $4,000 scholarships were awarded to Joshua Acklen of Roswell and David Blackwell of Marietta. These scholarships, part of the GMVHOF ROTC Scholarship Program, aim to recognize accomplished ROTC cadets and foster future leaders for America, encouraging participation in high school JROTC programs and college ROTC programs with the intention of serving in the U.S. Military upon graduation. (Appen Media)

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Today and tomorrow in Marietta:

Thursday, August 17

• Karaoke Night At Ironmonger Brewing & Distilling (4:00 PM)

Friday, August 18

• Motown And More At Earl Smith Strand Theatre (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The new Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is set to open on Aug. 22 in Marietta, offering traditional Cajun and Americana Cuisine. Located in the Avenue West Cobb Shopping Mall, this marks the second Georgia location for the brand, known for scratch-made burgers, premium seafood, and a comprehensive bar menu. With a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a chance for one of the first 100 guests to win free Walk-On's for a year, the restaurant aims to become a go-to spot for sports enthusiasts to cheer on various teams. (FSR Magazine)
• Enroll your children, aged 6-12, in Youth Basketball, open to both girls and boys, at Custer Park Sports & Fitness Center. The registration fee is $100 per child for City of Marietta residents and $135 per child for non-residents. Practices will start during the week of Oct. 2, with games commencing on Nov. 4. More information can be found here. (Marietta Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Time is running out to apply for the City of Marietta's 46th Annual Harvest Square Arts and Crafts Festival, scheduled for Oct. 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the Marietta Square. Booth spaces for the event are priced at $100 each, and the application cutoff is set for Friday, Sep. 15. More festival information can be found here. (Marietta Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

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— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.