🌱 Local Awarded Grant For MUST Ministries + Local School Supply Drive

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the East Cobb Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 75 Low: 65.
• Wednesday: Humid with heavy t-storms. High: 76 Low: 63.

Here are the top three stories today in East Cobb:

1. An East Cobb man has been awarded a $25,000 grant on behalf of MUST Ministries. Mike Hendley, a local financial advisor, is being recognized for his work with the Marietta-based nonprofit dedicated to finding housing and jobs for people experiencing homelessness. The grant funding will go toward services at the MUST Hope House to support operations. (East Cobb News)
2. Officer M. Justice of the Cobb County Police Department will be at the North Cobb Library tomorrow for a special "Touch-a-Truck" event. All ages are invited to stop by between 3:30-5:30 p.m. to take a close-up look at a real police car. No advanced registration is required. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)
3. The Credit Union of Georgia is hosting a school supply drive now through Jun. 30. Needed supplies include pens, notebooks, and crayons and can be dropped off at the East Cobb branch at 1020 Johnson Ferry Road. Visit the link to view the full school supply drive wish list and learn how you can also order supplies online. (East Cobb News)

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Today and tomorrow in and around East Cobb:

Tuesday, June 13

• June Wine Events: Bordeaux At Stem Wine Bar, Marietta (6:00 PM)

Wednesday, June 14

• Country Rodeo Party At Crunch Fitness, Marietta (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Heads up, house hunters! Here are the latest homes to hit the market in the East Cobb area. (East Cobb Patch)
• Today, Jun. 13, is Family Fun Safety Day at Cobb County Safety Village! Kids of all ages are invited to learn about safety through fun games, vehicle tours, and more. Admission is $5 per person. (Cobby County Government via Facebook)
• In case you missed it - The Georgia Room has curated a book list for all ages in honor of this year's Summer Reading theme: All Together Now. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door this Tuesday! 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.