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Kennesaw State Graduate Shares His Artistry and Passion for Theatre in the Community
Lance Avery Brown exemplifies Kennesaw State University’s dedication to student success. A graduating theatre and performance studies student in KSU’s College of the Arts, Brown has leveraged countless resources and has taken every opportunity during his undergraduate experience to hone his creative skills. “My favorite aspect of being here was surrounding myself with people from all different walks of life and learning valuable lessons from one another,” said Brown, who...
Cobb creates council to manage opioid settlement funds
Cobb County commissioners voted to create a council this week to advise them on how best to use the funds the county will receive in the national opioid lawsuit settlements with pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributers.
Cobb District Attorney Candidates Face Off at Heated Forum
MARIETTA — The two candidates for Cobb County District Attorney faced off in a forum Thursday night where challenger Sonya Allen pulled no punches against incumbent Flynn Broady Jr., accusing him of denying justice to children, mishandling cases of police shootings and having ulterior motives for any community service he does. In between Allen’s strikes, the pair touched on the idea of restorative justice, the impact of recent legislation and the importance of centering victims in their work in a conversation moderated by attorney Erica...
Pro-Palestinian protests continue on Emory, Kennesaw campus
ATLANTA (WSAV) — Protesters in support of Palestinians set up an encampment at Emory University in Atlanta for a short time today before police dismantled their tents. Emory University published a statement saying, “several dozen protesters trespassed” onto the campus. The protesters were apparent activists trying to disrupt the university. The Emory police department ordered […]
Travis Tritt at 60: Happy, healthy and scaling back touring
ATLANTA - Travis Tritt is proudly part of the Country Class of 1989 with Clint Black, fellow Georgian Alan Jackson and of course, Garth Brooks. "It was one of the most prosperous times in country music history," Tritt said in a recent phone interview with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. "I was extremely blessed by the timing."
First Christian Church in Marietta Celebrates 75th Anniversary
MARIETTA — First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ in Marietta celebrated its 75th anniversary on Sunday. The service was the first for Rev. Dr. Valerie Alexander as permanent senior pastor of the church. Alexander has served as interim senior pastor for the last year. Alexander said the ceremony was a good day of celebration and commemoration. Special guests included Pastor Kyle Ermoian and the Marietta High School choir. Ermoian, who...
Buckhead and Sandy Springs residents have two horses running in Kentucky Derby
Buckhead’s Larry Connolly and Sandy Springs resident Keith Mason will be watching the Kentucky Derby on May 4 with more interest than most as they have two horses competing in the Run for the Roses. The syndicate they formed, West Paces Racing LLC, owns one-third of both Dornoch and Society Man. “We’re the only ownership […] The post Buckhead and Sandy Springs residents have two horses running in Kentucky Derby appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
OUT AND ABOUT: 5 Things to Do This Weekend in Cobb County — April 26 - 28
Taste of Marietta The Taste of Marietta returns to Marietta Square this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission to the event is free. Foodies can sample dishes ranging from Italian and seafood to steak, BBQ and desserts, all of which range from $1 to $5. The event will also feature a "Kids Alley," complete with moonwalks and sand art. Live entertainment can be heard throughout the festival from...
Kennesaw State Fraternity Hosts Memorial Events to Fund Scholarship in Honor of Slain Alum Harrison Olvey
Fraternity brothers at Kennesaw State University are rallying around the memory of Harrison Olvey, their fallen brother, by raising funds for a scholarship established in his honor. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, the Eta Delta chapter of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity has taken to activities such as car washes to gather contributions for the scholarship, which aims to commemorate Olvey's life and legacy.
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