🌱 Marietta Rep Votes For Marriage Act + Murder Suspect Pleads Guilty

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Here are the top three stories today in East Cobb:

1. Marietta U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath voted in favor of the Respect for Marriage Act, which nationally codifies same-sex marriage rights. McBath represents the 6th Congressional District. Though the bill received a 258-169-1 majority vote, it awaits President Biden's signature. (East Cobb News)
2. A man charged with killing two sheriff's deputies in Cobb County pleaded guilty to murder charges. Christopher Patrick Golden, 30, was sentenced to two life sentences without parole. Deputies Jonathan Randall Koleski, 42, and Marshall Samuel Ervin Jr., 38, were serving a warrant for Golden's uncle when he shot them on Sep. 8. (East Cobb News)
3. The fourth annual Jewish-Christian understanding project returns to Atlanta for the holidays, including in the East Cobb area. The project aims to increase interfaith awareness and education. (East Cobb News)

Today in and around East Cobb:

• A Christmas Tradition At Strand Theatre, Marietta (6:00 PM)
• Rolling Nowhere & Alma Russ At The Hunt House, Marietta (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you looking for a new home for the holidays? Check out the five newest properties to hit the market in the East Cobb area, including a three-bedroom, three-bathroom house, and a four-bedroom, five-bathroom house. (East Cobb Patch)
• Bring home a new furry family member this holiday season! Here's a list of new pets up for adoption in the East Cobb area. Meet pets like Darla, Ares, Chewy Cobb, and more. (East Cobb Patch)
• Join the LGBTQ+ Media Club for Adults for a holiday gathering! Anyone ages 18 and up is invited to participate, even if you aren't a member of the club. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)

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