🌱 New Passport Applications + Kanopy Video Streaming Service

Hello again, friends! It's Monday in Marietta and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town. Because community news matters!

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and humid. High: 90 Low: 72.

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Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. The Cobb County Police Department is investigating a Sunday morning shooting at an apartment complex. According to the department, the incident occurred at The District at Vinings on Paces Ferry Road. Details are slim but initial reports indicate that a man was shot. His condition is unclear as of Sunday evening. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. Cobb County residents will now be able to apply for new passports at two Cobb County Public Library branches. The service will be offered at West Cobb and Mountain View through the U.S. Department of State's Passport Acceptance Facilities program. Branch staff members have been trained to process the applications for first-time applicants. Renewals will not be processed at the branches. (Cobb County Courier)
3. The Cobb County Public Library has added Kanopy to its list of streaming video services for patrons. The service offers a wide variety of movies and documentaries. There is also a Kanopy Kids version for the county's younger residents. Participants will need to register for the service separately but the registration process is reportedly very fast. (Cobb County Courier)

Today in Marietta:

• Historic Board of Review At Marietta City Hall (4:00 PM)
• Historic Preservation Commission At Marietta City Hall (4:30 PM)
• Board Of Zoning Appeals Meeting At Marietta City Hall (6:00 PM)
• SoundCheck: Bingo With A Beat At Brewster's Neighborhood Grille (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest Marietta properties to hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Marietta Patch)
• The Marietta Police Department is sharing a list of safety tips to protect children from harmful digital content and behavior. Click for the full list. (Marietta, Georgia Police Department via Facebook)
• Marietta Parks & Rec's Fall Break Camp registration is currently open. The camp is scheduled for Sept. 26 through Sept. 30 for children between 6 and 12 years of age. Click to register today. (City of Marietta)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right. 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.