🌱 Seven Car Pile Up On Interstate + Residential Fire In Sandy Springs

Hi all. I'm here with your Monday edition of the Marietta Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

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Clouds and sun. High: 65 Low: 42.

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Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. Police in nearby Sandy Springs are investigating a car crash involving seven vehicles that resulted in massive delays along Interstate 285 early Sunday morning. One person was injured and taken to a nearby hospital. Investigators are looking into what caused the crash and all lanes have since reopened. (WSB Atlanta)
2. A fire in nearby Sandy Springs broke out in a residential area off Fountain Oaks Lane on Saturday evening leaving one person hospitalized. The victim was treated for non-life-threatening smoke inhalation. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the fire department's arson investigators. (11Alive.com WXIA)
3. The 2023 Military Academy Day was hosted by a bipartisan group of Georgia’s congressional delegation at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta to address the ongoing military recruiting crisis. More than 100 children and teens from Georgia attended the event to learn about opportunities to seek an appointment at one of the U.S. service academies. (FOX 5 Atlanta)

Today in Marietta:

• Board Of Zoning Appeals Meeting At City Hall (6:00 PM)
• Open Mic Comedy Night At Varners Restaurant & Tavern (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Whether you're hiking alone or with a buddy, it's important to inform someone about your plans, including the trail location, expected hiking distance, and return time. The Marietta Police Department announced this crucial safety tip in case your last known location needs to be tracked. The same advice applies to all outdoor enthusiasts, including bicyclists and motorcyclists. (Marietta, Georgia Police Department via Facebook)
• It's National Library Week! Stop by the Cobb County Library Apr. 23-29 for various activities or to check out a book. (Cobb County Library)
• The Marietta Square Market has added a new grab-and-go paint kit to its section of findings. This is a great way to support small businesses in Marietta and familiarize yourself with the community. (Marietta Square via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager 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.