At the Thursday, June 6 regular city council meeting, members of the North Cobb Rotary Club presented funds raised from the May 10-11, 2024 Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival held at Logan Farm Park and thanked Mayor Allegood and the Board of Aldermen for their continued support of the event.  This year's festival served as one of the largest fundraisers in the club's history with proceeds benefiting local charities. Three people stand at a podium in a meeting room, addressing an audience. The READ MORE

At the Thursday, June 6 regular city council meeting, Mayor Allegood presented the annual U.S. Army Day Proclamation to retired veteran and former Commander Naomi Munevar. On June 14, 2024, we celebrate 249 years of the U.S. Army's existence, whereas Acworth citizens are urged to recognize and honor our Army and all members of the armed forces who sacrifice their lives for the safety and well-being of others.

At the Thursday, June 6 regular city council meeting, Mayor Tommy presented a proclamation to North Cobb Christian School "Eagles" for 2024 Athletic Accomplishments including recognition of the NCCS Baseball Team winning the 2024 GHSA 2A State Championship for the second straight GHSA 2A State Championship making this the fourth overall championship in program history with the other two in 2002 and 2006; and in recognition of Christina Surcey for winning the GHSA 2A Girls Individual Golf Championship, a first for NCCS.

On Thursday, May 23, Mayor Allegood and the City Team welcomed a new clothing boutique to Historic Downtown Acworth. Open Season has a large selection of women's and men's apparel as well as beautiful gift ideas and accessories. Check them out at 4346 Southside Drive at Acworth Commons.

At the Thursday, May 16 regular city council meeting, Alderman Prather presented the National Safe Boating Week Proclamation for May 18-24 to members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary.  Greg Fonzeno, Division Chief and Victor Reyes, Secretary were recognized in acceptance of the proclamation. The purpose of the proclamation is to promote safe boating and to support the goals of the Safe Boating Campaign.

At the Thursday, May 18 regular city council meeting, Alderman Carmichael presented the National Travel and Tourism Week Proclamation for May 19-25 to members of the Acworth Tourism Bureau Authority (Visit Acworth). Chairman Jeff Green accepted the proclamation on behalf of the city. Tourism is the number one economic driver in Cobb County, and the City of Acworth celebrates the essential role it plays within the community.

At the Thursday, May 16 regular city council meeting, Alderman Richardson presented the National Historic Preservation Month Proclamation for May to members of the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC).  Cedric Jackson, Vice Chairman, Joan Chandler Boyer, Treasurer, and Trevor Beemon, Chairman, were recognized in acceptance of the proclamation.  This proclamation celebrates the role of history in our lives and the contributions made by dedicated individuals in helping to preserve the tangible aspects of the heritage that has shaped us as a people, whereas Acworth citizens are READ MORE

At the Thursday, May 16 regular city council meeting, Freddie Broome, Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Director of Equity and Inclusion presented a Certificate of Completion for the GMA Municipal Leader Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certificate Program to City Manager James Albright.  The certificate program consists of a rigorous nine months of in-person sessions, a Capstone Project, and additional tasks, whereas City Manager Albright joined sixty other municipal leaders across the state on May 9, 2024, in graduating from the program.

At the Thursday, May 16 regular city council meeting, Alderman Houston presented the Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month Proclamation for May to members of the Gena McLeod Memorial Foundation.  Donna Nunez, President, and other members of the Foundation were recognized in acceptance of the proclamation.  The mission of the foundation is to bring awareness and understanding of safety and legislation that impacts all motorcyclists, whereas all motor vehicle operators are urged to join the effort to keep our highways safe.

On Thursday, May 16, Mayor Allegood, the Save Acworth History Foundation, and members of the community celebrated a ribbon cutting at Logan Farm Park with Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department in honor of the Ruby McCray Gazebo. Mrs. McCray was a lifelong resident of Acworth, and the gazebo sits just below the McCray homestead. The City looks forward to this beautiful addition to the park that residents and visitors will be able to enjoy for many years to come!