Marietta|News|
Cobb Commissioners Approve $23M Federal Grant For Rent Relief
The grant will be distributed between five nonprofits that aid in rental assistance, as well as about $600,000 for administrative costs.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
- Marietta, GA
Hi! I am a Texas native who is thrilled to be your local Field Editor for Patch sites serving the communities of Cobb, Douglas and Paulding counties, specifically Marietta, East Cobb, Smyrna-Vinings, Douglasville and Dallas-Hiram.
I joined the Georgia Patch team in December 2020 and love to cover all things hyperlocal. If you have a news tip, email me at kara.mcintyre@patch.com.
Prior to Patch, I worked for Community Impact Newspaper -- a hyperlocal, monthly print newspaper company based in Austin, Texas -- as a reporter in the Houston, Texas area. I spent nearly two years there before moving to Georgia in January 2020 to launch CIN's first newspaper in the state as the Editor-in-Chief. Additionally, I spent three years on staff -- two of those years as editor-in-chief -- at my university's student-run weekly newspaper, The Wichitan.
More about me: I'm a cat mom of two living in Alpharetta. I love to read, watch one of my bajillion streaming services, watch movies and listen to podcasts.
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North Druid Hills-Briarcliff, GA|News|
Dr. Anthony Fauci To Give Emory Graduation Address
Fauci will deliver the 2021 Commencement address for Emory College of Arts and Sciences virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
DeKalb County School District Reveals Phased-In Reopening Plan
DeKalb Schools students can return to in-person learning in phases starting March 9. Families can still choose virtual learning if desired.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Gas Prices Jump In GA Due To Winter Weather: Here's How Much
Winter weather forced refineries to shut down, which sent gas prices jumping. Here's how much more Georgia drivers are paying at the pump.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Dunwoody, GA|News|
4 National Restaurant Chains To Open At Perimeter Marketplace
Several eateries and health care tenants will join the lineup at Perimeter Marketplace in Dunwoody, which is slated to open in October.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
18 Displaced In 3rd Fire At Smyrna Apartment Complex Since June
Four units were in flames at the Cortland at the Village apartments in Smyrna over the weekend, displacing 18 people total.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Marietta|News|
Marietta, CDC Study Finds Educators Play Role In COVID-19 Spread
The results of a CDC study on Marietta City Schools said adults are a major player in COVID-19 transmission in schools.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
DeKalb Schools To Host Town Hall On Comprehensive Master Plan
DeKalb County Schools parents can submit questions about the district's facility planning process for the town hall scheduled for Thursday.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Stone Mountain-Lithonia, GA|News|
DeKalb Certifies House District 90 Election; Runoff In March
None of the six candidates received the necessary 50 percent + 1 threshold to win the special election. A runoff is planned for March 9.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
26 Possible Graves Paved Over By DeKalb County
DeKalb County paved a road over 26 possible graves associated with St. Paul Baptist Church. On Friday, at least one grave was discovered.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Former Superintendent Candidate Files Lawsuit With DeKalb Schools
Former superintendent candidate Rudy Crew is suing DeKalb Schools, claiming he was discriminated against due to his race and age.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Marietta|News|
Free Coronavirus Drive-Thru Testing Resumes At Jim Miller Park
Cobb County will restart drive-thru testing for the coronavirus at Jim Miller Park. Pre-registration is required, but appointments are not.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Georgia DPS Tattoo Policy Adjustment Expands Applicant Pool
The policy adjustment will allow more people to be eligible to apply, particularly military veterans, according to state DPS officials.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Marietta|News|
Marietta's Ivy Lane Wins 2020 National Retailer Excellence Award
The specialty boutique won one of seven awards recognizing retailers throughout the nation at the REA, which has run for nearly 70 years.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
DeKalb Lawmakers To Host Public Forum On Elections Legislation
DeKalb House and Senate members will host a "Protect Your Voting Rights" virtual forum to discuss proposed elections legislation.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
DeKalb To Distribute 3,500 Boxes Of Food, Supplies Saturday
DeKalb County will host four drive-thru food distribution events Saturday across the county, including in Decatur.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
DeKalb To Close Applications For Rent Relief Program
After "overwhelming response" to the $21 million rent relief program, DeKalb County will close applications next week.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Atlanta After School Program Revitalizes, Gets Makeover
Nonprofit organization Bearings Bike Works offers a drop-in, after-school program for at-risk youth in the Atlanta area.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Marietta|News|
No Charges In Fatal Cobb Police Shooting Of Vincent Truitt
A grand jury ruled that the Cobb officer involved in the shooting death of 17-year-old Vincent Truitt was justified in his use of force.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
NBA Chooses State Farm Arena In Atlanta For 2021 All-Star Game
The NBA's All-Star Game starters will be announced Thursday evening at 7 p.m. eastern on TNT. Tip-off is March 7 in Atlanta.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
