🌱 Free Food On National Southern Food Day + Meet Lelu The Rescue Cat

Hello, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Smyrna-Vinings Daily. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in the community today.

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But first, today's weather:

Sunny. High: 55 Low: 34.

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

1. Ready to celebrate National Southern Food Day? A new fast-food restaurant chain in nearby Marietta called Cozy Coop is honoring the day with free food. If you stop by on Jan. 22 and mention the National Southern Food Day promotion, you'll get a free chicken drumstick and slice of cornbread. The promotion will run from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. (Subscription: MDJOnline.com)
2. A man from nearby Atlanta was arrested after a routine traffic stop resulted in multiple charges. Quentin Williams, 23, was arrested on Highway 401 and was wanted in Baldwin County for smuggling contraband into a correctional facility. Williams attempted to escape the police, but is currently residing in Monroe County Jail. (wgxa.tv)
3. The Atlanta Humane Society has a special cat they'd love for you to get to know. Meet Lelu! This cat is a stunning domestic longhair who's as sweet as she is beautiful. She's described as quiet and well-behaved, and loves getting her head scratched! Contact the Atlanta Humane Society to learn more. (FOX 5 Atlanta)

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Today in Smyrna-Vinings:

• ATL Cigar Class at The Hideaway (8:00 PM)
• DJ Ray at Varners Restaurant and Tavern (10:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Don't forget that Bring One For The Chipper is scheduled for this Saturday. Recycle your old Christmas tree! (City of Smyrna, GA Government via Facebook)
• Think you know your music trivia? Head over to Varners Restaurant And Tavern and see how your skills match against other music mavens. (Varners Tavern)
• Want to learn about how social media can work for local churches? This seminar will help you get started! (AllEvents)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O'Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.