🌱 Activist Sues Cobb County Over 'Home Rule' + New Businesses Opening

Hello, friends! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the East Cobb Daily. Let's get this Thursday started off right, with a quick review of the most important things happening these days in town.

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Here are the top three stories today in East Cobb:

1. Cobb County's bid to keep Commissioner Jerica Richardson in office has been hit with a lawsuit. East Cobb activist Larry Savage filed the suit on Tuesday. In it, he accuses the county of using "home rule" powers to draw its own commission districts. Savage attests that this practice is illegal and that the ruling should be tossed out. (Yahoo News)
2. Cobb Chamber has been busy lately! The Chamber has been holding ribbon-cutting ceremonies for a bunch of new local businesses. Viva Chicken, The Music Studio Atlanta, StretchLab, and many others have officially opened for business. The list of businesses also includes a dentist, a car wash, and two new banks. (Cobb Chamber)
3. South Cobb Library is helping people beat the winter doldrums and share in the holiday cheer. The Cabin Fever Days Winter Family Program keeps your kids happy, busy, and engaged. There will be puzzles, games, and hot cocoa for children of all ages. If you missed this week’s programming, don’t worry; the next session is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 4 from 2-4 p.m. Cobb County Public Library)

Today in and around East Cobb:

• Everything Eyelash Training at School of Glamology in Marietta (9:00 AM)
• December Wine Events: Festive Holiday Wines at Stem Wine Bar in Marietta (6:00 PM)
• BlairOutLoud at Los Magueys in Marietta (6:00 PM)
• Dream Your Dreams Vision Board Celebration at Franklin Gateway SE in Marietta (10:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Cobb County Library got to have a very special holiday storytime — virtually! Everyone enjoyed hearing the wonderful story of "Stowaway in a Sleigh!" (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)
• Drift Fish & Oyster House is holding its very own New Year’s Eve celebration! Stop by for a good time with great food. (Patch)
• Remember, all Cobb County Public Libraries will be closed on Jan. 1 and Jan. 2. Have a happy New Year! (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! See you all soon for your next update.

— 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.