🌱 Condemnation Of Anti-Semitism + Missing 10-Year-Old Found

Welcome back, Smyrna-Vinings. I'm here in your inbox this warm morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and less humid. High: 91 Low: 66.

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

1. Georgia leaders, including Governor Brian Kemp and Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock, have expressed strong condemnation regarding an anti-Semitic protest outside a synagogue in Cobb County. Demonstrators were seen waving Nazi flags, prompting widespread outrage. Governor Kemp emphasized the need to reject hate and anti-Semitism in the state. The incident has sparked calls for legislative action to define anti-Semitism and provide protection for Jewish residents under hate crime laws. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. Georgia State University's Georgia Policy Lab has received $1.85 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Education to conduct a study on the effects of remote learning on K-12 student outcomes. The research will investigate why certain students performed better than others in remote learning environments during the pandemic and evaluate the impact of school districts' recovery strategies on student outcomes. The study aims to provide valuable insights to education agencies and guide future research as remote learning continues to play a significant role in education. (Daily Citizen)
3. After completing their shift and K-9 training, Deputy Lucas-Dykstra and her partner K9 Athos were heading home when they received a call to track a missing 10-year-old who had run away from home. Working together with Cobb police and morning watch deputies, Lucas-Dykstra and K9 Athos swiftly joined the search effort. Within 10 minutes, K9 Athos successfully located the boy hiding in bushes. Following their accomplishment, the sheriff's office granted Lucas-Dykstra and K9 Athos a day off on Sunday, hoping they would have a chance to rest. (WSB Atlanta)

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Today in and around Smyrna-Vinings:

Tuesday, June 27

• AGA Alienated Grandparents Anonymous at Vinings Library, Atlanta (5:30 PM)
• Karaoke Tuesdays at Juicy Crab Smyrna (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Rotary Club of Vinings Cumberland recently celebrated its Installation Banquet, sharing photos from the event. They bid farewell to President Terri after a successful year and expressed excitement for the upcoming year under the leadership of President Matt. (Rotary Club of Vinings Cumberland via Facebook)
• The Cobb County Police Department paid tribute to the late Lieutenant John William Hood, who tragically died while on duty. Lt. Hood's patrol car was struck in a head-on collision by a speeding vehicle, traveling at over 100 mph on Roswell Road near Marietta. (Cobb County Police Department via Facebook)
• The Cobb County Sheriff's Department welcomed the Cobb County Public Safety Foundation Ambassador Council to their office, where they provided a tour of the Adult Detention Center, and showcased the SWAT Team equipment. The department expressed gratitude towards the council members for their visit, acknowledging their appreciation for recognizing the daily efforts and dedication of their staff. (Cobb County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)

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— 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.