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The Neighborhood Files
Useful Reminders for Swimming Pool Safety
An announcement urging pool safety by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said there are about 390 pool or spa-related drownings for children younger than 15, annually. Another 5,...
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The Neighborhood Files
Viewfinder: Kennesaw Celebrates Independence Day
Kennesaw residents and visitors crowded into the city's downtown area on Tuesday night to celebrate the Fourth of July. People sat on chairs and blankets, listening to musical performance...
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Local Connections
July 4th Fireworks to Feed the Hungry
The City of Acworth and the Acworth Business Association want to invite residents to one of the largest fireworks extravaganzas in metro Atlanta. On Wednesday, July 4, residents can ...
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Government
Cobb Alcohol Taskforce: Advice for the Fourth
The Cobb Alcohol Taskforce is gearing up for the Fourth of July holiday, a time during which the risk of driving is compounded by impaired drivers. According to the AAA Foundation fo...
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The Neighborhood Files
Southern Museum Offers Free Camp Admission
The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History is giving free camp admission for the first 12 children who register between June 29 and July 7 for the museum’s summer camp later ...
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Summer
Downtown Fireworks Show and Concert
Kennesaw’s traditional pre-Independence Day Salute to America celebration will be held this Tuesday from 6 to 11 p.m. in Depot Park and on Main Street. The free event will feature li...
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Volunteers in the News
July 4th Causes Dip in Summer Lunch Donations
by MUST Ministries While thousands of people race off to the beach or the mountains for July 4th week, area children are still racing to the MUST vans to pick up their daily lunches....
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Summer
Firework Safety for Kids: Watch Out for Those Eyes
The Fourth of July is drawing near and barbeque preparations are underway. Fireworks are a traditional part of Independence Day celebrations, but they can also be dangerous. Children...