🌱 Cobb Public Safety Director Returns + Tree Falls On Smyrna Home

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Hot with plenty of sunshine. High: 92 Low: 69.

Here are the top three stories in Smyrna-Vinings today:

1. Former Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Mike Register has been appointed as Cobb County's public safety director once again, approved by the Cobb County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday. Register, who previously held the position and has an extensive 30-year career in public safety, expressed his gratitude for serving as the GBI director and looks forward to leading the dedicated professionals in Cobb County's public safety department and reconnecting with the community he served before. Throughout his tenure, Register was commended for his commitment to community policing and establishing strong connections with residents of all backgrounds. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
2. A family in Smyrna has expressed gratitude for their safety after a powerful oak tree collapsed onto their historic Lee Street home. During a burst of high winds on Sunday, the tree crashed into the front room, which served as a home office and nursery. As of Monday, homeowner Kyle Rains and his family were salvaging their belongings before further inspecting the damage, while crews came by to cut away the massive branches. (WSBTV)
3. The completion of metro Atlanta's largest highway construction project, the I-285 interchange at Ga. 400, is expected this year — but minor work such as repaving could extend into 2024, depending on winter weather conditions, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation. The project, initially set for completion in 2020, faced delays due to additional bridge replacements, unexpected utility line relocations, labor shortages, and supply chain challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite ongoing inconveniences, the $800 million interchange is anticipated to enhance traffic flow once all construction is finalized. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

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Today in Smyrna-Vinings:

Thursday, June 29

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From my notebook:

• The Cobb Animal Shelter recently featured Jazee, a 12-year-old Pomeranian, as its Dog of the Day. Those interested in adopting Jazee or any other pets from the shelter are asked to schedule an appointment online. (Cobb County Courier)
• Registration is currently open for the Cobb Chamber's Taylor English Golf & Tennis Classic, scheduled for Sep. 18 at East Cobb's Indian Hills Country Club. The annual event offers attendees the opportunity to network with Chamber leadership and board members, while enjoying some friendly competition on the green or on the court. (Cobb County Courier)
• This Saturday, Jul. 1, the Eternal Few Law Enforcement, First Responder and Veteran Motorcycle Club (LE FF MC) will be hosting its annual Ride for the Fallen. The ride will begin at Adventure Outdoors in Smyrna at 11:00 a.m., ending at Southern Devil Harley-Davidson. in Cartersville. (Eternal Few LE FF MC via AllEvents)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new update!

— 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.