🌱 Local Signs With Georgia Tech + 11th Circuit Reverses Ruling

Hello all. Danielle Fallon-O'Leary here with your fresh copy of the Marietta Daily, full of all the things you need to know about what's going on locally.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a shower. High: 41 Low: 36.

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Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. Local Marietta athlete Nacari Ashley committed to playing for Georgia Tech on an official visit over the weekend. Ashley will play under the new Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key. (Georgia Tech Football)
2. The Eleventh Circuit appeals court reversed a lower court's decision over a request from Cobb County students with disabilities to reinstate COVID-19 mitigation strategies in county schools. The ruling remands the case back to the District Court for reevaluation. (Cobb County Courier)
3. Atlanta police are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect in a home burglary down the road in Buckhead. The man allegedly fired shots into a home before breaking in. (FOX 5 Atlanta)

Today in Marietta:

• Photos With Santa At Town Center At Cobb (10:00 AM)
• It's A Wonderful Life At The Earl And Rachel Smith Strand Theatre (11:00 AM)
• Christmas Carnival Pop-Up At Midtown Collective Atlanta (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you on the job hunt this holiday season? Many local employers are looking to fill open positions in their companies! Check out this roundup of job opportunities in and around the Marietta area, including jobs in customer service, software, and sales.(Marietta Patch)
• If you aren't feeling the merry and bright holiday spirit yet, then round up the family and visit Lights of Life at Life University in Marietta! The event features pony and train rides, a petting zoo, and a stunning light display. (Visit Marietta GA via Instagram)
• Do you have big plans for gifts for the holidays? Keep your house and new belongings safe by following these tips from the Marietta police for high-dollar holiday purchases. (Marietta, Georgia Police Department via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow for another 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.