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Hello, friends. I'm back in your inbox this morning with all the most important things happening these days in Marietta. Keep reading for the latest.

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Now, today's weather:

A thunderstorm today. High: 88 Low: 72.

Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. Cobb County Commissioner Monique Sheffield will be fielding questions at a forum regarding the Mableton city incorporation ballot issue. The forum will be on Aug. 17 in Austell at the Cobb County Police Academy at 6:30 p.m. The referendum will be on county ballots this November. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
2. The reward for information on an ongoing murder investigation has been increased. The reward is now $10,000 for information related to the shooting of Grayson Green, 17, during a Marietta graduation party. The shooting occurred on May 21 during a party that included roughly 200 kids. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Marietta Police Department. (WSB Atlanta)
3. Cobb Animal Services has reopened the animal shelter. The facility has been closed since Jul. 22 in response to a confirmed case of strep zoo. To celebrate the reopening, the shelter will be reducing adoption fees for some animals. All dogs over 25 pounds will be available for $25. All cats and kittens will also be $25. (East Cobb News)

Today in Marietta:

• Marietta Square Art Walk At The Marietta Square (All Day)

From my notebook:

• Five new homes, including four under $500k, have hit the Marietta market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Marietta Patch)
• The Marietta Cobb Museum of Art is hosting a special event called "Art of the Cocktail." The event is scheduled for Aug. 19 at 6:00 p.m. There will be featured cocktails by Santa Margherita. Admission is $10 but free for MCMA members. (City of Marietta)
• The Marietta Police Department reminds teen drivers and parents to become familiar with their class of license. Each class has a different set of responsibilities. Click to learn more. (Marietta, Georgia Police Department via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer 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.