🌱 29-Unit Apartment Fire On Roswell Rd + Cobb Co. Mass V-Day Wedding

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But first, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 67 Low: 50.

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Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. A devastating fire broke out at the Hamptons at East Cobb apartment complex, resulting in one fatality and displacement of 39 residents. The fire caused damage to 29 units, and the cause is still under investigation. Emergency services, including the Marietta Fire Department and Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services, partnered with the American Red Cross to support the affected individuals. (Marietta Patch)
2. A mass Valentine's Day wedding ceremony is scheduled to occur at 6:00 p.m. today in the Cobb County Magistrate Court. Participants must bring a valid marriage license issued by a Georgia probate court and are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to check-in. The ceremony will take place on the third floor of Building D, where a photo booth and light refreshments will be provided for the newlyweds. (Marietta Patch)
3. An unexpected and loud detonation of fireworks in the Marietta High School gymnasium caused a disturbance just before the start of classes. No students were harmed during the incident, and immediate action was taken by the school staff and resource officers to ensure the safety of all students. The Marietta Police Department has partnered with the school administration to uncover the individuals responsible for the fireworks. (MDJOnline.com)

Today in Marietta:

• Mindful Arts At Switzer Library (1:00 PM)
• The Brewery’s Pint Night At Red Hare Brewing & Distilling (3:00 PM)
• Teen Drama Club (Registration Required) At Switzer Library (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you're looking for a new local job, plenty of Marietta-area employers are now hiring! Visit our latest jobs roundup to get the details on full- and part-time positions in sales, customer service, marketing and more. (Marietta Patch)
• Want to make a difference in the lives of your fellow community members? Marietta Fire is currently seeking candidates to become firefighter-AEMTs. Learn more about available opportunities here. (City of Marietta, Ga., Government via Facebook)
• Have you marked your calendar for the inaugural Marietta the Gathering Festival happening in Glover Park on Mar. 4? Get all the details on this community event celebrating the Geek Community, pop culture, and the arts on the city's website. (City of Marietta Georgia)

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— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.