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Helping One Guy (H.O.G.) Ministry Presentation to the Horizon League

At the Thursday, January 16 regular city council meeting, Chairwoman Shannon Sikorski and members of the Helping One Guy (H.O.G.) Ministry presented a check from proceeds raised from the December holiday breakfast in support of the Horizon League and Special Needs Development Group. The Horizon League provides children and young adults with developmental and physical disabilities the opportunity to participate in athletic events, develop lasting relationships among their peers, coaches, and parents and demonstrate to them that they are an important part of their community by READ MORE

2025-01-24T09:18:37-05:00January 24, 2025|

Proclamation in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 20, 2025

At the Thursday, January 16 regular city council meeting, Alderman Houston presented the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Proclamation to Pastor/Apostle DeAnna Fountain-Breeden of Life Changing Ministries who was recognized for her leadership and character portrayed by Dr. King in his everyday life, and for her participation and wisdom in building a better community.  Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day will be observed in the Acworth community on Monday, January 20 at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and Day of Service presented READ MORE

2025-01-24T09:29:55-05:00January 24, 2025|

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating City BBQ

Mayor Allegood, Alderman Houston, and the City Team were excited to welcome City BBQ to Acworth on Wednesday, January 15th with a grand opening ribbon cutting! Thank you to all who came to celebrate and thank you to General Manager, Todd Perry, and the Acworth City BBQ Team for investing in our city. We're so excited to have you here! City BBQ is located at 3574 Cobb Pkwy NW, Acworth, GA.    

2025-01-24T09:30:37-05:00January 15, 2025|

Mark Cheatham Sworn In as New Acworth Chief of Police

On Monday, January 6, Honorable Robert D. Leonard II swore in Chief Interim, Mark Cheatham, as the next Acworth Chief of Police. Chief Cheatham's family accompanied him for the presentation.  Chief Cheatham acknowledged former Acworth Police Chiefs Michael Wilkie, Wayne Dennard, and Jesse Evans, who were present, for their leadership and thanked his family, the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, the Acworth community, and the City Team for their support in helping him to reach the greatest honor in his professional career.   

2025-01-24T09:31:24-05:00January 6, 2025|

Proclamation Honoring Jesse Evans for his Service as Acworth Chief of Police

Mayor Allegood presented former Chief Jesse Evans with a proclamation in recognition of his past two years of leadership and contributions to the Acworth Police Department and the community. Former Chief Evans was also presented with a special token from the Acworth Police Department. Former Chief Evans will be returning to the Cobb County District Attorney's Office to further his career.  Former Chief Evans' wife Shea accompanied him for the presentation.

2025-01-24T09:32:01-05:00January 6, 2025|

Recognition of the Acworth Police Department for their awards received from the Special Olympics of Georgia

At the Thursday, December 19 regular city council meeting, Sergeant Eric Mistretta recognized Officer Anthony Trapani and K-9 Robuck and Acworth Police Cadets for their fundraising efforts for the Special Olympics of Georgia.  Over $18,000 has been raised as of 2024.  In addition to fundraising, the Cadets also represented the Acworth Police as the “Department of the Year” for their volunteer work.  

2025-01-24T09:32:36-05:00December 20, 2024|

Recognition of Bobby Lunceford for his service to the Planning and Zoning Commission

At the Thursday, December 19 regular city council meeting, Development Director Alex Almodovar, along with Mayor Allegood and Alderman Carmichael, recognized Bobby Lundsford for seven years of service to the Planning and Zoning Commission.  Mr. Lundsford was thanked for his time, contributions, expertise, and leadership to the growth and development of the Acworth community.  

2025-01-24T09:33:10-05:00December 20, 2024|

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating Elite Nail Spa

Mayor Allegood, Alderman Tim Houston, and the City Team were excited to welcome Elite Nail Spa to Acworth on Friday, December 20 with a grand opening ribbon cutting! Congratulations to the new owner, Mr. Shirish Dhodapkar, and thank you for investing in the City. We're so happy to have you in Acworth!   Elite Nail Spa is located in the Super Target complex at 3372 Cobb Parkway Northwest, Acworth, GA 30101.  

2025-01-24T09:33:38-05:00December 20, 2024|

Evans to return to District Attorney’s Office, Cheatham to become next Acworth Chief of Police

Acworth, Georgia.  Chief Jesse Evans has announced his return to the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office effective, Friday, January 3.  Evans returns to his roots where he spent 20 years of his career in law enforcement.  Mayor Tommy Allegood said, “Chief Evans has served our community incredibly well.  He has brought invaluable experience and significantly contributed to the continued professionalism of our Police Department.  He will be missed tremendously, but we know that he will return to a position that makes the Cobb County law READ MORE

2024-12-20T14:49:37-05:00December 20, 2024|
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