Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of August.
Good morning, Marietta.
🏘️ Community
The Cumberland Mall pedestrian bridge will close for rehabilitation for over six months, affecting shoppers and visitors until work is completed.
Officials note that full reopening details are pending (more information to come).
📰 Economy
A Georgia Lottery player in Marietta won $1 million from a scratch-off game this week, the lottery reported.
🎓 Education
Kennesaw State University officially opened The Summit II residence hall on Aug.
4 and will welcome 462 residents this fall (a nearly 97,000 sqft facility designed with community and wellness in mind). The building features common areas and study rooms to support student success.
🏛️ Government
Gov. Brian Kemp ordered flags lowered to half-staff on Friday to honor Army 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, a 25-year-old soldier killed in a July attack in Jordan, and his funeral will be held tomorrow at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton.
Cobb County DOT’s website shows active road and lane closures on several roads (including Old Floyd Rd and Townpark Dr) for construction projects scheduled through November; officials note detours and limited lanes on Due West Road and others may impact traffic.
📰 Lifestyle
FRENCHY, a 12-week-old fawn brindle/white pit bull terrier, awaits adoption at Cobb County Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta.
Pet visits are easier now with preferred appointments — walk-ins welcome.
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