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Hey, everybody! Sean Peek here with your Thursday edition of the East Cobb Daily, filled with everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

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Here are the top three stories in East Cobb today:

1. Avenue East Cobb will be donating all ticket proceeds generated from this year's Experiences with Santa and Storytime with Santa to Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta. The events will be held from Dec. 1 through Dec. 23. Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 9:00 a.m. Click to learn more about the charitable events. (Subscription: MDJOnline.com)
2. Four East Cobb High Schools posted some of the best ACT exam scores in the state. Walton, Wheeler, Pope, and Lassiter High Schools were among the top schools with an average score of 25 or higher. Walton High School led the group with an average overall score of 26. As a district, Cobb County's average score fell from 24.3 to 23. (East Cobb News)
3. A local Cobb County audiologist is warning residents about over-the-counter hearing aids. The Federal Trade Commission has recently changed its rules to allow retailers to sell hearing aids. Dr. Erin Rellinger, an audiologist at Eye Consultants of Atlanta Hearing Center, warns that the new hearing aids at retailers could be more expensive than hearing aids dispensed by a professional. Long-term hearing needs will likely still require an audiologist. (Cobb County Courier)

Today in East Cobb:

• Amazing American Wines At Stem Wine Bar, Marietta (6:00 PM)
• GSGA Benefit Concert At Earl And Rachel Smith Strand Theatre (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you growing increasingly frustrated with online home listings and are seeking an alternative? Consider this list of five upcoming in-person open houses occurring in the East Cobb area this weekend. Click for the full list that includes times, dates, property dimensions, prices, and photos. (East Cobb Patch)
• If you're searching for a new park experience, Cobb County has created a portal that details the county's park system. Click to use the interactive map. (Cobb County)
• Cobb County is currently hiring for a variety of open positions. Click for application information. (Cobb County)

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— 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.