🌱 MPD Shoots Man Waving Rifle On Roof + 2040 Comprehensive Plan

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Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 75 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. The Marietta Police Department responded to an incident involving a man waving a rifle around on the roof of a Marietta home. The incident occurred on Saturday night in the 100 block of Frances Avenue at 10:30 p.m. According to the department, officers shot the man after he pointed the rifle at officers. The individual was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. (Marietta Patch)
2. The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will be voting on the county's 2040 Comprehensive Plan on Tuesday. The plan is a long-range, community-designed strategy, meant to transform the county into an attractive investment option to raise a family or conduct business. The vote on Tuesday is for the plan's five-year update. (Cobb County Courier)
3. The Georgia Department of Public Health has released its two-week report for COVID-19 infections in Cobb County's school-aged children. According to the report, infection rates increased in children four years or younger and 18 years or older. The infection rate remains moderate or moderately high. (Cobb County Courier)

Today in Marietta:

• City Council Agenda Work Session At Marietta City Hall (5:15 PM)
• SoundCheck At Brewster's Neighborhood Grille (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Calling all prospective homeowners: consider this list of the latest properties in the Marietta area 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 reminding residents to not leave ladders outside. Criminals routinely use ladders to gain access to homes. Don't be an easy target for theft. (Marietta, Georgia Police Department via Facebook)
• Marietta City Schools' K-5 Elementary School Conference Week starts on Monday, Oct. 17. Mark your calendar! (Marietta City Schools via Facebook)

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— 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.