At the Thursday, June 15 regular city council meeting, Dave Schwickerath, President of North Cobb Rotary Club, provided information on funds raised from the annual Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival held on May 12 and 13 at Logan Farm Park. This festival is the Rotary Club's largest annual fundraiser that supports local charities. A total amount of $56,000 was raised for the 2023 Smoke on the Lake event. Mr. Schwickerath thanked the Mayor and Board for their support and acknowledged the club's gratefulness for READ MORE

At the Thursday, June 15 regular city council meeting, Mayor Tommy Allegood presented a proclamation to members and coaches of the North Cobb Christian School Eagles Baseball Program in recognition of winning the 2023 GHSA 2A State Championship. The North Cobb Christian School Eagles Baseball program won the 2023 GHSA 2A State Championship, their third overall championship in program history with another two coming in GISA 2002 and 2006. The Eagles went 34-7 on the season and won their first GHSA Region Championship in program READ MORE

At the Thursday, June 15 regular city council meeting, Deputy City Manager - Operations Angie Luna recognized Jim Watson for twenty years of service to the City of Acworth recognizing his steadfast willingness to support his team and eagerness to serve and assist with any projects he can while with the Acworth Power Department his entire career... Congratulations Jim!    

At the Thursday, June 15 regular city council meeting, Chief Evans presented the Oath of Office to Officer Effler and welcomed his return to the Acworth Police Department.  

The Georgia Department of Transportation, C.W. Matthews, and the City of Acworth celebrated the opening of all four lanes of the State Route Hwy 92 Improvement Project on June 9, 2023 with a ribbon cutting. The project included the widening of the road from two lanes to four lanes, a new five-foot sidewalk on the Lake Allatoona side, a new 10’ multipurpose trail on the Lake Acworth side, two new bridges, double stacking turn lanes at major intersections, improved signalization, and stormwater improvements. The improvements READ MORE

On Tuesday, June 6, Mayor Allegood and the City Team celebrated Keller Williams Acworth and their new location at 4463 Cherokee Street with a ribbon cutting. The City is excited to see Anet and her team grow their business while enjoying the beautiful views of Logan Farm Park!  

The City of Acworth is celebrating Municipal Court Clerks Week, June 5-9, 2023. Municipal courts play a significant role in providing access to justice, preserving public safety, and promoting quality of life. The City thanks our court clerks for the critical role they play and their positive impact on our community.  

Please join the City of Acworth in congratulating K-9 Officer Jogi on his recent retirement from the Acworth Police Department. K-9 Jogi has served with the Acworth PD since 2017, has assisted with over 650 arrests, and has located many people with his tracking skills. Jogi (the goodest boy!) will enjoy his retirement with Officer Trapani, and was honored for his service at the Thursday, June 1 regular city council meeting.  

On June 2, 2023 Sergeant McIntosh and Sergeant Jordan observed 15 years of service with the Acworth Police Department. The sergeants started on the same day in June 2008 and graduated the police academy together. Sergeant Jordan is with the Special Ops Division and Sergeant McIntosh is with the Patrol Division. Please join us in celebrating Sergeants Jordan and McIntosh for their dedication to their community!  

Mayor Allegood and the City Team were excited to celebrate the grand opening of Five Below Acworth with a ribbon cutting on Friday. This store is full of fun and ready for summer! Five Below is located at Lakeside Marketplace on Cobb Pkwy (next to Target). Welcome to Acworth, Five Below!