🌱 Sinkhole Repairs Continue + Fourth Of July Advisory Message

Hello all. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Patch newsletter. Follow along for the most important things happening in town these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Humid; a strong p.m. t-storm. High: 94 Low: 69.
• Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm. High: 95 Low: 70.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cartersville:

1. Crews continue to work on fixing a sewer line that created the sinkhole that opened on Ponce De Leon and Penn Avenues on Tuesday afternoon. A break in the lateral sewer line caused the sinkhole to open and led to an SUV crashing into the six-foot hole. Officials report that crews will be working through the night to fix the sewer line and hope to have the repairs finished by Thursday. Until then, residents should seek alternate routes. (Atlanta News First)
2. With the Fourth of July quickly approaching, Georgia State Police remind residents to exercise caution when driving. According to officials, last year police issued more than 9,000 citations during the holiday weekend and made 370 DUI arrests. For those planning to celebrate, be sure to monitor traffic conditions closely. (WBHF)
3. For the fifth year in a row, Anheuser-Busch will team up with the National Volunteer Fire Council to deliver cans of emergency drinking water to fire departments across the country. They will provide over 2.5 million cans, helping firefighters stay hydrated while rushing to a call. The drinking water is sourced from both Fort Collins, Colorado, and Cartersville! (The Big Red Guide)

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Today and tomorrow in Cartersville:

Friday, June 30

• AMC Summer Movie Camp For Kids At AMC Cartersville (All Day)
• Live Music With Tim O'Donovan At JZ's Taste Of Georgia (7:00 PM)

Saturday, July 1

• Cartersville Farmers Market At Founder's Oak Parking Lot (8:00 AM)
• Euharlee Museum Game Night At Euharlee Museum (1:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Do you recognize the two individuals at the link? The Bartow County Sheriff's Office is calling on the public to help identify the male and female in the photo. According to officials, they are wanted for shoplifting from Walmart. Anyone with information is asked to call the Bartow County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigation Department. (Bartow County Sheriff's Office (Official) via Facebook)
• The George L Smith Park continues to undergo renovations as the pavilion is built. Community members can take a look at some of the behind-the-scenes photos at the link of the gorgeous new addition to the park and the faces of those participating in its creation. (Friends of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites via Facebook)
• The Cartersville Service League has two upcoming events you won't want to miss. First, there will be a rummage sale held on Sept. 13-17. Later that month on Sept. 29, there will be a Clays for a Cause event. For more information, check out the link. (Cartersville Service League via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door! I'll see you soon.

— Sean Peek

About me: 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.