🌱 MSPLO Sales Tax + Cobb Chamber 2023 Citizen Of The Year Awards

Hi all. It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Smyrna-Vinings Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and very warm. High: 93 Low: 74.

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

1. The Cobb County Department of Transportation director, Drew Raessler, presented scenarios to the Board of Commissioners about the benefits of passing a Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. This tax, which could last up to 30 years, aims to improve commuting by potentially shortening daily travel times and encouraging reduced car usage. The commissioners expressed differing opinions on the tax duration and project types, with Raessler emphasizing the importance of public engagement to finalize the project list before board submission. (Cobb County, Georgia)
2. The Cobb Chamber is currently accepting nominations for the 2023 Citizen of the Year Awards, an initiative co-sponsored by Cobb County civic clubs, business associations, and Area Councils. These annual awards recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the improvement of Cobb County. Nominations are being accepted from nine local areas within Cobb County, including Smyrna, and the honorees are selected for their outstanding and definable contributions that have positively impacted their communities. The nomination period is open until Sep. 29, and nominations can be submitted here. (Cobb County Courier)
3. On Aug. 20 at around 05:27 a.m., a single-car crash occurred at the intersection of Nickajack Road and Gambrell Road in Cobb County. The car was traveling west on Nickajack Road and exited the road for unknown reasons, striking multiple trees after going through a drainage ditch. The driver sustained serious injuries and was taken to the nearby Wellstar Kennestone Hospital by ambulance. The Cobb County Police Department's Selective Traffic Enforcement Program is investigating the crash and requests anyone with information to contact them at (770) 499-3987. (Cobb County Courier)

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Today in Smyrna-Vinings:

Wednesday, August 23

• Passport To Your Future Career Job Fair At 3205 South Cobb Drive (10:00 AM)
• Infant & Toddler Storytime At Smyrna Public Library (11:30 AM)
• Open Pool Tournament At Varners Tavern (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Join the Family Fun Glow Night on Sep. 15 at the Smyrna Community Center, where families can engage in creating glow-in-the-dark artworks from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The event costs $30 per person and requires prior registration. (Smyrna Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• If you're interested in supporting Keep Smyrna Beautiful, check out their new shirts here. (Keep Smyrna Beautiful via Facebook)
• REMINDER: Today (Aug. 23) is picture day at Smyrna Elementary School! Click the link for a pre-order QR code. (Smyrna Elementary School via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another 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.