🌱 Deputies Awarded At Law Day Luncheon + One Injured In Park Shooting

Hi all. It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Smyrna-Vinings Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

A shower in the morning. High: 70 Low: 59.

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

1. Deputies Lossings and Hodgins were recognized as Cobb County's public safety officers of the year for going to the aid of their colleagues during an unexpected attack in September 2022. Deputies Koleski and Ervin Jr. were both injured and later died due to injuries when they were ambushed while serving a warrant. The two deputies honored received their recognition at the annual Law Day Luncheon. (11 Alive)
2. One student was injured on Thursday evening after a group of students were shot at a Cobb County park. This has led to an ongoing investigation and officers have said they believe the incident in nearby Mableton to be isolated and not a threat to the public. The shooter has not yet been apprehended; anyone with information is asked to contact the Cobb County Police Department. (Fox 5 Atlanta)
3. Cobb County Board of Commissioners is inviting the public to provide feedback on Cobb's draft strategic plan on May 9 and May 23. The board welcomes and encourages public input on the matter. To help the public with feedback, the plan is available to view here. (Cobb County)

Today in Smyrna-Vinings:

• Bike Rodeo At North Cooper Lake Park (9:00 AM)
• Smyrna Garden Tour At Taylor-Brawner House (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Grab your kite and your cooler! It's Kite Day at Old Calrkdale Park from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and all ages are welcome. Come kick off spring at this family fun event. (Cobb County Gov)
• If you're looking for a calm activity to help bring the week to an end, join The Healing Environment on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. for movement meditation. Tickets are available for purchase online. (The Healing Environment)
• The South Cobb Community Resource Fair is a great opportunity to connect with organizations in the area helping to empower families. This event is free to the public and will offer kids' activities, live music, and more. (Cobb Collaborative)

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You're officially in the loop for today. 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.