🌱 Child's Family Located In Cartersville + Live Music This Weekend

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine. High: 92 Low: 69.
• Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 90 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories in Cartersville today:

1. The Bartow County Sheriff's Office located the family of a 2-year-old child who was found walking alone in Cartersville. The child was found walking on Benfield Cirlce around 9:30 a.m. on Jul. 6. No new details were provided by the sheriff's office regarding the situation. (11 Alive)
2. Get ready to rock out with Band X at Music by the Tracks this Saturday, Jul. 15, in downtown Cartersville. Presented by Glenda Mitchell Law Firm, the event promises a lively evening of favorites from the '70s, '80s, and '90s. Bring your family, chairs, and snacks to enjoy the perfect night at Friendship Plaza from 7:00-9:00 p.m. (Downtown Cartersville via Facebook)
3. The City of Cartersville has received an invitation to take part in the Connected Resilient Communities program led by the University of Georgia. The city is seeking community input to assess the strengths and opportunities of Cartersville. By participating in the survey provided by the university, residents can contribute to the city's future planning efforts. Community members can access the survey here. (City of Cartersville)

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Today and tomorrow in Cartersville:

Wednesday, July 12

• Yoga With Susan At Cartersville Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Community Connections Event! Together We Thrive At Goodwill Career Center (11:00 AM)

Thursday, July 13

• Knit & Crochet Group At Cartersville Public Library (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Discover the pet-friendly side of downtown Cartersville, where local businesses welcome your furry or scaly companions with open arms! Leash up your pets and embark on an adventure, making new friends along the way. Don't miss the opportunity to capture the adorable moments and share your pet's photo, as they could become the unofficial mascot of this vibrant pet-friendly community. (Downtown Cartersville via Facebook)
• The Cartersville-Bartow Chamber is actively recruiting a new workforce development director to lead and manage their workforce development initiatives and programs. The position involves collaborating with employers, educational institutions, and other partners to create strategies and programs that enhance the current and future workforce. The full details can be found at this link. (Cartersville-Bartow Chamber via Facebook)
• Enjoy a delightful StoryWalk experience at Dellinger Park where you can read the book "Little Taco Truck" throughout July. Don't forget to visit the Children's Department afterward to receive a complimentary book as well. (Bartow County Library System via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today!

— Sean Peek

Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.