🌱 Hurricane Ian Will Likely Bring Rain + Teen Arrested For Racing

Hey, neighbors. It's Tuesday in East Cobb and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Pleasant with plenty of sun. High: 73 Low: 49.

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Here are the top three stories in East Cobb today:

1. Hurricane Ian will likely bring rain to Cobb County at the end of the week. The tropical storm is expected to impact Florida by Wednesday and the southeastern United States by Friday. The National Weather Service reports there is about a 50 percent chance of rain in Cobb County Friday and Saturday. (Cobb County Courier)
2. A Cobb County teen has been arrested for driving over 130 miles per hour in a 55mph zone. The teen was driving an Infiniti while racing another individual near CH James Parkway shortly before 3:00 a.m. It is not clear what happened to the other racer. (WSBTV)
3. A 38-year-old Hispanic man was struck while crossing Roswell Road on Saturday night. The individual was struck by four vehicles before traffic stopped. The Marietta Police Department has not released the individual's identity, yet. The department is currently investigating the incident. (East Cobb News)

Today in and around East Cobb:

• Under the Sea At Mable House Arts Center, Mableton (4:00 PM)
• Food Truck Tuesday At Taylor-Brawner Park, Smyrna (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you searching for a new job or considering a career change? Click the link for a list of East Cobb area employers hiring for a variety of open positions. (East Cobb Patch)
• Cobb County Public Library's Bookmobile will be at Dwell Apartments Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Little Street. Mark your calendar! (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)
• Cobb County Public Library's Homeless Pet Club collects unopened pet food for families in need. Donation boxes are located at the Kemp, South Cobb, and Sweetwater library branches. Please consider donating. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with 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.