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Coffee in hand, Acworth? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did your favorite Acworth restaurant score on its latest inspection?
  • Which new Cobb business licenses list Acworth as home base?
  • How an Acworth native turned battlefield loss into a new Georgia life

Also on today's calendar: Bartow Animals Deserve Better Rally and 4 more events.

Find out what's happening in Acworthfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: My dog used to chase people on a bike a lot. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Acworthfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 57 and low of 35 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Showers around in the p.m., temps: high: 53, low: 25.
  • Thursday: Cloudy, windy and colder, with a high of 38 and low of 21 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from January 2 to January 8 (cobbcountycourier.com) — Acworth diners can now see fresh health scores for local spots like Waterstone Events on North Main Street, Red Top Brewhouse on South Main, and Dockside Nutrition and fast-food chains along Baker Road. The report, covering January 2–8 inspections countywide, lists each facility’s score and date so you can quickly gauge cleanliness before choosing where to eat.
   

• Construction, Wellness Lead Cobb County's Latest Business Openings (cobbcountycourier.com) — Several newly licensed Cobb County businesses list Acworth addresses, including a janitorial and construction services firm on Deer Valley Drive and a renovations office on Boxwood Trace. These openings are part of 69 new licenses countywide, mostly in construction, wellness, beauty, and professional services, signaling steady small-business growth that Acworth residents may see in local service options.
   

• Georgia Veteran Forges New Path After Losing Leg in Afghanistan (military.com) — An Acworth-born Marine veteran who lost a leg in Afghanistan is rebuilding his life in Georgia, raising cattle and focusing on his family. Cameron West credits a veterans’ nonprofit with helping him start his farm and sees his injury as a second chance. He’s committed to honoring fallen comrades by sharing their stories and living fully in their memory.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday January 13
  • Membership 101 Class
    Anheuser-Busch Community Room , 122 W. Main Street , Cartersville
    8:00 am
  • Ribbon Cutting for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Cartersville Pediatrics
    Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Cartersville Pediatrics , 201 E Felton Rd , Cartersville
    4:00 pm
  • BASKETBALL (ALL) v S. COBB
    Hoya Center Pres Gym Kennesaw, GA 30152
    4:30 pm
    • Wednesday January 14
  • Gentle Yoga
    Cartersville Library Meeting Room , 429 West Main Street , Cartersville
    10:00 am
  • Lunch & Learn: Cookbook Authors Who Rose to Fame Through Modern Media
    Bartow History Museum , 4 E Church Street , Cartersville
    12:00 pm
    • Thursday January 15
  • Unloading Truck for Red Door Food Pantry
    Red Door Food Pantry , 201 W Cherokee Ave , Cartersville
    11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • LOST DOG!!!!!!!
    This doggy has been in my neighborhood’s gazebo (Whitmore on Hamby Place) since Friday, 1/9/2026. It has a collar and leash. (Nextdoor Whitmore)
  • On Jan 6 I used the ATM machine outside at BOA on Wade Green next to Taco Bell, balancing my checkbook today shows a "check" written on my account for the amount that my ATM transaction was for.
    I believe that there was maybe a "skimmer" on the machine that took my info and made this bad check. I'm getting my money back but warning all that… (Nextdoor Sturbridge)
  • Molly Maid posted a job opening for House Cleaner in Acworth. Apply here.
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Baker / Finisher in Acworth. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Acworth here.

🗞 Nearby News

Kennesaw

  • Georgia man sold truck in South Carolina and was arrested, cops say. Here's why (macon.com)
  • Family Atmosphere of KSU Inspires Foundation Chair's Six-figure Gift (metroatlantaceo.com)
  • Chicken chain continues growing: Where new Raising Cane's are opening soon (wkrn.com)

Marietta

  • MoldStar Remediation Sits Down With K L Contractor Plumbing To Discuss Plumbing Leaks and Mold Risks in Marietta (gainesville.com)
  • 'My name is Melon. Are you here to adopt me?' (cobbcountycourier.com)
  • Cobb Library System's spring book sale returns in March (eastcobbnews.com)

Canton

Ok Acworth! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I took its bike away.
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