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Hi there, Smyrna! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Did Ridgeview Institute fail a vulnerable Smyrna patient?
  • What will Mayor Norton reveal in Smyrna's State of the City?
  • Smyrna adviser sentenced after defrauding elderly client of nearly $10 million

Also on today's calendar: Angamardana and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 91 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 93, low: 72.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 90 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Woman with autism assaulted at hospital. Guardian says staff never told her (wsbtv.com) — A young woman with autism was allegedly sexually assaulted by another patient at Ridgeview Institute in Smyrna, and her guardian says staff failed to act after she reported it. The guardian, speaking anonymously, says employees only had the victim write down what happened and then laughed instead of protecting her or notifying family. Authorities and hospital accountability will be closely watched by Smyrna families.
   

2. Smyrna State of the City is Sept. 29 (ledger-enquirer.com) — Smyrna residents are invited to the free State of the City address on Sept. 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Smyrna Community Center, where Mayor Derek Norton will outline recent projects and future plans. Registration is required by Sept. 23, and the city will also livestream the event on its Facebook page for those who prefer to watch from home.
   

3. Financial Advisor Sentenced to Federal Prison for Defrauding Elderly Client (allongeorgia.com) — A Smyrna financial adviser has been sentenced to more than seven years in federal prison for defrauding an elderly client of nearly $10 million, with restitution still to be determined. Prosecutors say he secretly moved the victim's funds through fraudulent accounts, buying luxury items including a Vinings home and a costly club membership before pleading guilty to wire fraud.
   

4. 22 miles of trails, three summits, one Civil War battle: Welcome to Kennesaw Mountain (wheninyourstate.com) — From Kennesaw Mountain's summit, Smyrna often appears in the middle distance, making this nearby national battlefield park an appealing day trip for local hikers and history buffs. The article details its Civil War sites, 22 miles of trails, wildlife, and visitor logistics, including passes, shuttles, and ranger programs. It's a practical guide for Smyrna residents planning a close-to-home outdoor escape.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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