Cobb County Government offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 15, in honor of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In addition to honoring his birth and lifelong work, the day also encourages the public to take part in selfless community service.
The Cobb County Chapter of the NAACP will host its annual MLK Day Celebration 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 15, at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre.The event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday is National Houseplant Appreciation Day - and that makes this the perfect week to order new flowers or shrubbery for yourself. Cobb 4-H is now taking pre-orders throughMarch 1 for its annual plant sale fundraiser. There are limited quantities of all varieties, and they do sell out, so order soon. Plants are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Plant sale pick-up day is 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday, March 16 at the Jim Miller Park covered pavilion.
To pre-order plants, stop by the Cobb County Extension Office 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, and place your order in person with a credit card, cash, check or money order. You can also mail your order form with a check or money order to 678 South Cobb Drive, Suite 200, Marietta, GA 30060. Make all checks payable to Cobb Extension/4-H. Money raised goes to 4-H youth development and Agriculture Natural Resources Programming.
Be part of the public record on diversity in Cobb
Give feedback about the study of the county's supplier diversity program. The first virtual public communication session will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 9. During these public sessions, community members can go on record with comments about doing business with the county or its marketplace.
Register below to attend the public communication sessions:
The 2024 Cobb County Disparity Study, conducted by Griffin & Strong P.C., will look at the past five years of contracts in construction, goods, and services - including architecture and engineering services - and then recommend modifications or adjustments if needed. The study will also examine the use of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses.
Frozen pipes are one of the greatest concerns homeowners face in winter. Temperature drops, especially below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, can lead to pipe damage and possible breakage. Water expands when it freezes, exerting pressure on metal and plastic pipes which can cause breaks and cracks. When the ice thaws, there may be flooding and excessive water loss.
Home winterizing tips:
• Insulate exposed pipes and cover outdoor spigots.
• Shut off spigots that are not in use.
• Drain irrigation systems and disconnect outdoor hoses.
• Open cabinet doors under the sink to allow heat to reach pipes near exterior walls.
• Let faucets near outside walls drip a little.
• As temperatures start to rise, check for leaks in pipes.
• In case of a major leak, shut off the home’s main valve. Click here to watch a video for help on locating your home's main valve.
Registration open for senior activities
Cobb County Senior Services is gearing up for a season bursting with exciting possibilities. Winter registration opened today, Jan. 8. Classes are available for residents age 55 and older, with activities ranging from dancing to art.
Ward Recreation Center will host a self-defense class 6 - 7:30 p.m. this Friday, Jan. 12. This is not a "sit and talk" class. You will learn actual physical techniques that can help you fight back. This is a fun, energetic class full of support and encouragement. The center is located at 4845 Dallas Highway, Powder Springs.
Register at cobbparks.org with code #35682. Call 770-528-8885 for more information.
Donations can give kids a head start
The Cobb Police Athletic League is collecting new and gently used cleats for underprivileged kids through Feb. 29. Your contribution can make a lasting impact on a child's sports journey.
Donations of cleats and other sports equipment can be dropped off at any Cobb County police precinct, police headquarters or the police training center.
The second public information meeting for the Cumberland Transit Center Site Feasibility Study will take place 5 - 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31, at the Boy Scouts of America Atlanta Area Council in Atlanta. Officials have narrowed down the possible locations for the future Cumberland Transit Center. Residents are invited to come out and provide their input on the site options.
The Boy Scouts of America Atlanta Area Council is located at 1800 Circle 75 Parkway SE in Atlanta. It is transit accessible via the following CobbLinc routes and stops:
Cumberland Circulator - Heritage Court at Windy Ridge Parkway
10 and 10 RABID - Cobb Parkway at Windy Ridge Parkway
15 - Circle 75 Parkway at Herodian Way
Youth tennis event honored for outreach
Atlanta Youth Tennis & Education Foundation recently announced that its monthly AYTEF Friday Night Block Party has received the 2023 Georgia Professional Tennis Association Community Outreach Award. The organization expressed its thanks to all volunteers, high school and college tennis teams, grantors and donors for supporting this free, fun-filled evening of tennis, games, prizes and pizza.
Feeding those in need
Senior Services and Austell Senior Center recently received the Outstanding Partnership Award from WellStar Health System's Community Health and Center for Health Equity. This recognition celebrates their efforts to combat food insecurity and improve the well-being of the community.
The award stems from Senior Services' partnership with WellStar and Goodr in the Mobile Market program. Through this collaboration, it established five pop-up markets supplying more than 500 residents with free access to a range of essential groceries.
Sign up for PARKS winter programs, classes and leagues
Cobb PARKS winter programs are starting up soon. You can still get in on the fun! Check out all the programs, leagues, art classes, sports and more in the new Winter Activity Guide. It also is clickable, making registration a breeze.
You'll find adult ultimate frisbee, adult flag football, adult pickleball and adult volleyball leagues, arts classes at all four arts centers, youth athletics, swim, gymnastics and tennis lessons, plus community member highlights and upcoming park projects and closures.
CobbTV's YouTube channel highlights the latest county meetings, informational videos and live events. Subscribe to the channel so you don't miss an update.
We're excited for the new year, and also about looking back at the accomplishments of the last year. Take a two-minute tour of some of Cobb County Government's 2023 highlights.
The Cobb County Law Library's series of educational videos on legal topics continues this week on the topic of legitimation. CobbTV has a dozen videos helping folks gain an understanding of popular legal topics.
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, 9 a.m. Tuesday Jan. 9
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, 7 p.m. Tuesday Jan. 23
Meetings take place at 100 Cherokee Street, 2nd floor unless otherwise noted. Many public meetings and hearings are broadcast live on CobbTV and YouTube and are available on demand on YouTube.
Events are subject to change.
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