Morning, everybody! It’s me, Danielle Fallon-O’Leary, your host of the Smyrna-Vinings Daily. Keep reading to find out the most important things happening in town these days.
But first, today’s weather:
Partly sunny. High: 55 Low: 41.
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Here are the top three stories in Smyrna-Vinings today:
- The National Weather Service has issued a freeze watch for Cobb County. The freeze watch is in effect through 9:00 a.m. this morning. Cobb County residents are encouraged to cover tender plants and prevent the possibility of bursting outdoor water pipes. Click for freeze watch details. (Cobb County Courier)
- The Cobb County District Attorney’s office reports that a woman was sentenced to 20 years in prison for elder abuse. Shelia Knight was convicted of “forcefully” pushing an 86-year-old woman to the ground resulting in the woman breaking her hip. Knight did not re-appear in court when the jury reached its verdict. She was arrested by the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office and returned to Cobb County. (Fox 5 Atlanta)
- The Georgia Department of Public Health has released its latest School-Aged COVID-19 Data report for Cobb County. According to the department, COVID-19 cases increased for children from infancy to four years of age. For students between five and twenty-two years old, COVID-19 cases decreased. Click for the full report. (Cobb County Courier)
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Today in Smyrna-Vinings:
- Lego Club At The Smyrna Public Library (4:00 PM)
- Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting At A. Max Bacon City Hall (6:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Smyrna-Vinings area to hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Smyrna-Vinings Patch)
- The City of Smyrna is currently searching for individuals to fill various open employment positions. Click for the full list. (City of Smyrna)
- The Arts & Culture Task Force will be meeting at A. Max Bacon City Hall on Nov. 17 at 5:00 p.m. Click for the agenda. (City of Smyrna)
You’re all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning for your next update.
— Danielle Fallon-O’Leary
About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer 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.
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