Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of October.
Good morning, Marietta.
💼 Business
New federal rules will cap hemp product THC to 0.4 mg per container starting in December, which could force local hemp shops out of business and threaten jobs for mom & pop shops in Georgia.
Industry leaders say the rule brings confusion and may spark legal challenges.
📰 Economy
Georgia’s gas prices fell 8 cents this week to $3.73 per gallon in Cobb County, marking a 36-cent drop from last month.
AAA warns rising crude oil prices could slow further declines and advises drivers to shop around & plan trips wisely.
🌲 Environment
Over 900 cars dropped off hazardous waste including old paint, chemicals, and fertilizer at Jim Miller Park today during the Keep Cobb Beautiful and Cobb County Water event.
Volunteers and the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office managed traffic and cleanup.
🏥 Health
The Georgia Department of Public Health released health inspection scores for Cobb County food service facilities between Oct.
9-Oct. 15, including restaurants and school cafeterias in Marietta. Scores ranged from 56 to 100 across sites like Papa John’s Pizza and Popeyes Chicken.
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