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🌱 First Millage Rate Public Hearing Tonight + Free Tea At McAlister's

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Good morning, everybody! It's Monday in Smyrna-Vinings and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town. Here goes...

First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 90 Low: 72.

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Here are the top three stories today in Smyrna-Vinings:

  1. Tonight (Jul. 18) at 7:00 p.m., the City of Smyrna will hold its first public hearing on its proposed millage rate. While the millage rate will remain steady at 8.99, the rate will require an increase in collected property taxes. More information can be found in the city's press release. (Cobb County Courier)
  2. Atlanta-area McAlister's Deli will be giving away tea to customers this Thursday, Jul. 21. The promotion, held in recognition of Free Tea Day, will be limited to one 32-oz cup per customer. Click here to find the nearest McAlister's location. (CBS 46 News)
  3. Cobbs PARKS is launching a free six-week Tai Chi class to round out the summer. Lessons will run every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. between Aug. 2 and Sep. 6 at Ward Recreation Center in nearby Powder Springs. For more information on the program, call 770-528-8885 or email tara.vroman@cobbcounty.org. (Cobb County Courier)

Today in Smyrna-Vinings:

  • STEAM Storytime At Smyrna Public Library (3:00 PM)
  • City Council Meeting At A. Max Bacon City Hall, Council Chambers (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Congrats to the Smyrna 11u Blue for winning back-to-back state championships! The Little League team's next stop is Wilson, North Carolina for regionals. (Smyrna Little League via Facebook)
  • Calling all crafty teens: head over to Smyrna Public Library to pick up a DIY shark origami kit. Available while supplies last! (Smyrna Public Library)
  • Looking for a new home or just wanting to see what's on the market? Check out this week's Smyrna-Vinings real estate roundup. (Smyrna-Vinings Patch)

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— Carla Varner

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