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Acworth July 17, 2021

“A season of new leadership:” Acworth appoints new city manager

By Arielle Robinson Acworth’s Board of Aldermen approved James Albright as new city manager at a packed meeting Thursday evening at City Hall. Albright filled the former position of Brian…

Acworth City Hall in article about Baker Road annexation

Acworth January 9, 2021

Acworth gives city staff $200 incentives to take COVID-19 vaccines

In the first meeting of 2021, the Acworth Board of Aldermen approved a program that will give $200 incentives to city employees to take both shots of the COVID-19 vaccine….

Acworth November 4, 2017

Why do Acworth elected officials remain in office so long?

Acworth’s city council has a combined 85 years experience among the six members. The city has unique advantages and disadvantages with a board that’s served together for so long. Few…

Acworth September 24, 2017

Acworth mayor and board run unopposed, cancel November elections

Since all incumbents face no opposition, the Acworth Board of Aldermen voted at its meeting Thursday, Sept. 21, to cancel this year’s general election. “You look at the board as…

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Marietta April 26, 2024

GSO presents sensory-friendly “Carnival of the Animals” tomorrow in Marietta

Marietta-based Georgia Symphony Orchestra, in keeping with its long-standing practice of including sensory-friendly and kid-friendly performances on its schedule, will perform “Carnival of the Animals” tomorrow, Saturday, April 27, at…

Transportation April 25, 2024

How trains linked rival port cities along the US East Coast into a cultural and economic megalopolis

by David Alff, University at Buffalo, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The Northeast corridor is America’s busiest rail line. Each day, its trains deliver 800,000…

Environment April 25, 2024

Wild turkey numbers are falling in some parts of the US – the main reason may be habitat loss

by Marcus Lashley, University of Florida and William Gulsby, Auburn University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Birdsong is a welcome sign of spring, but robins…

Health Care April 25, 2024

Tire Toxicity Faces Fresh Scrutiny After Salmon Die-Offs

This article by Jim Robbins first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jim Robbins April 24, 2024 For decades, concerns about automobile pollution have focused on what comes…

Kennesaw April 25, 2024

Grand opening for Kennesaw’s Piedmont Bank Amphitheater scheduled for June 14

The grand opening for Kennesaw’s new performance venue, the Piedmont Bank Amphitheater, is scheduled for Friday, June 14 at 6 p.m., with the first concert in the new facility immediately…

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“A season of new leadership:” Acworth appoints new city manager

Acworth gives city staff $200 incentives to take COVID-19 vaccines

Why do Acworth elected officials remain in office so long?

Acworth mayor and board run unopposed, cancel November elections