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In today's newsletter:

  • Which September kids' events are coming to Mountain View Regional Library?
  • How Gateway Marietta's new master plan could change Franklin Gateway.
  • Thinking of a cat? Meet Sunny waiting in Marietta

Also on today's calendar: Photography Affinity Group and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the 1 way to guarantee winning a small fortune at the casino? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 94 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and hot, temps: high: 94, low: 73.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 94 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Wilderness Workshop and Mythology BINGO at the Mountain View Regional Library (cobbcountycourier.com) — Families in East Cobb can look ahead to a full September of kids' programs at Mountain View Regional Library on Sandy Plains Road in Marietta, from a Junior Wilderness Workshop to Mythology BINGO and weekly storytimes. The schedule also includes poetry, art, crafts, Dungeons & Dragons, yoga, and more, with clear dates and times so you can plan fall visits now.
   

2. Partnerships That Build Progress: Cobb County CIDs (georgiatrend.com) — Major investments through the Gateway Marietta Community Improvement District are reshaping the Franklin Gateway corridor with new trails, streetscapes, public art, and soccer-focused facilities that boost jobs and economic impact. Working closely with the city of Marietta and partners like Atlanta United and Wellstar, the CID's new master plan emphasizes beautification, safety, and redevelopment that directly affect nearby neighborhoods and businesses.
   

3. "My name is Sunny. Are you here to adopt me?" (cobbcountycourier.com) — If you're thinking about adopting a cat, Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta is featuring Sunny, a 2‑year‑old ginger and white neutered male. The shelter now prefers appointments but still welcomes walk‑ins, and no appointment is needed for strays, lost pets, or reclaiming your animal at the Al Bishop Drive facility.
   

4. 2-Year-Old Girl Rescued From Cobb County Apartment Pool During Birthday Celebration – [your]NEWS (yournews.com) — A toddler was pulled unresponsive from a pool at Stadium Walk Apartments near Truist Park, then regained consciousness before Cobb police and Marietta firefighters arrived and took her to a children's hospital. Investigators say there's no sign of foul play, but they're still piecing together how she ended up in the water, underscoring the need for constant supervision around pools.
   

5. Metro Atlanta man wins $4.3 million from Morgan & Morgan after settlement dispute (wsbtv.com) — A 73‑year‑old Marietta man won a $4.3 million arbitration award after claiming a national law firm settled his car‑accident case for $45,000 without his consent. The arbitrator ordered Morgan & Morgan to pay compensatory, emotional distress, attorney, and punitive damages, plus arbitration costs, though the firm continues to dispute his allegations.
   

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  • When Chin Chin burned down I thought "Oh man… that really sucks.
    " Mainly because I was very hungry, I wanted some crab rangoon, and had driven all the way over there to get some. Then it dawned on me that these… (Nextdoor Riverlook - River Heights)
  • My dog ran away Thursday afternoon, around mark lane area.
    Please help me bring him back home. He's a shy dog gets scared around new ppl. (Nextdoor Courtland Oaks)
  • American Financial Group, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Vice President/Vice President - Excess/Umbrella in Marietta. Apply here.
  • Public Storage, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service-Self Storage Manager in Marietta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marietta here.

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