🌱 Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour + Lane Closures

Hello, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Marietta Daily. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and comfortable. High: 67 Low: 58.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. Georgia's average gas price has fallen by seven cents per gallon since last week. The state's average price is now $3.04 per gallon. Despite the statewide decrease, Cobb County's average price is still six cents above the state average. The national gas price has been trending down due to falling oil prices. (Cobb County Courier)
2. The Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour will be on Dec. 3 and Dec. 4. The event allows participants to tour some of the city's most beautiful homes. The event begins at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. This is the first time that the event has been held since 2019. Click for ticket details. (City of Marietta)
3. The utility relocation project at the Polk Street and Mountain View intersection has begun. The project will likely last through the next week if weather allows. The right turn lane onto westbound Polk Street will be closed for about one week. There will likely be additional lane closures on the southwest corner of the intersection. Please plan travel accordingly. (City of Marietta)

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Today in Marietta:

• Virtual Brain101: Understanding The Impact Of Trauma On The Brain At Cobb Collaborative (1:00 PM)
• Marietta City Council Meeting At Marietta City Hall (5:15 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you searching for a new job or considering a career change? Click for a list of Marietta area employers hiring for a variety of open positions. (Marietta Patch)
• Did you know that cell phone usage while driving leads to 1.6 million crashes each year? The Marietta Police Department reminds the community to put the phone down while driving. (Marietta, Georgia Police Department via Facebook)
• Marietta Tree Keepers will be meeting on Friday, Dec. 2, at 11:00 a.m. at Marietta City Club Grill. (City of Marietta)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next 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.