Cobb County

Support your favorite local shops and restaurants on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30. Since 2010, Small Business Saturday has promoted the significance of supporting small, independently-owned businesses across the country. Falling between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday is dedicated to supporting the diverse range of local businesses that help create jobs, boost the economy, and keep communities thriving across the country. If you're a small business in Cobb, drop a link to your business in comments! ??Find participating local small businesses here: https://bit.ly/48VVSJA? #cobbcounty #smallbusinesssaturday #shopsmall ??Use your American Express card: American Express is donating $1 for every purchase made using an eligible American Express? Card at a qualifying U.S. small business on Small Business Saturday, November 30, to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to support hurricane recovery efforts for small businesses. Small businesses must be on the Shop Small Map to qualify. Donations to go to U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to be distributed. American Express Debit Cards are not eligible. #cobbcounty #shopsmall #smallbusinesssaturday I

The cold weather is here, and so are the sniffles, sneezes, and shivers ??. Cobb & Douglas Public Health reminds us not to wait for our immune system to throw in the towel! It’s time for you and your loved ones to load up on vitamins and nutrients so you can stay strong, healthy, and ready to battle the winter bugs like a pro. Here are some easy ways to get those immune-boosting vitamins this winter: ?? Vitamin C: Citrus fruits & berries ?? Vitamin D: Sunshine or supplements ?? Vitamin B: Leafy greens & whole grains ?? Vitamin E: Nuts, seeds, & veggies ?? Zinc: Beans, nuts, & seafood ?? Iron: Red meat, beans, & spinach #Cobb #CobbCounty #PublicHealth #Winter #Cold #Vitamins

MUST Ministries, alongside Marietta Mayor Steve Tumlin and local volunteers, will be collecting coats, sweaters, and blankets to help those in need this holiday season. ?? ? Donations can be dropped off at Marietta Square during the Gobble Jog, from 6:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, or at the office of Smith, Tumlin, McCurley & Patrick (94 Church Street, Marietta Square). You can also bring your donations to Packet Pickup at the Cobb Civic Center on Nov. 27, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or drop them off at Smith, Tumlin, McCurley & Patrick, P.C. beginning Thursday, Nov. 21. Your generosity will help warm those in need this season—thank you for giving back! #Cobb #CobbCounty #MUSTMinistries #Donation #GobbleJog

Are you ready for a new career? Cobb County 911 is looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team of Emergency Communications Officers. Here’s your opportunity to make a difference in your community and serve others. They offer a paid training program to set you up for success, as well as tuition assistance and education incentives to help you grow personally and professionally. You'll find multiple opportunities for career advancement, all within a supportive team environment led by a people-centered leadership team. Our 911 Emergency Communications Officers come from all backgrounds, united by a shared passion for helping others. Don’t wait—apply today at JoinCobb911.com! Your community is counting on you. Know someone who would thrive in this role? Share this post or tag them below! #JoinCobb911 #PublicSafetyCareers #AnswerTheCall #CobbCounty911 #Recruitment

The Center for Family Resources aims to help 1,000 Cobb families and seniors enjoy a happy, worry-free Thanksgiving by providing food for the week and a Thanksgiving feast. Unfortunately, donations are down this year due to economic pressures and other food drives. However, there’s still time to help! Donations will be accepted on Friday and Saturday, November 22 and 23. Visit https://lnkd.in/dcgAiXri to learn how you can make a difference. #Thanksgiving2024 #CobbCounty #CommunitySupport #FamilyResources #HolidayGiving #DonateNow #FoodDrive #ThanksgivingMeals #SupportSeniors #EndHunger #ThanksForGiving #GiveBack

Network with other small businesses and entrepreneurs at ? Coffee and Conversations, hosted by Cobb County Economic Development. This quarter’s featured content will help you understand how to get the most out of capital funding. ??? Tag your favorite Cobb County small business in the comments so they don’t miss out! Special thanks to this quarter’s host: BonninsBakery in Kennesaw. ?? 8 - 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 ??Bonnin's Bakery, 4200 Wade Green Road, Suite 136, Kennesaw. RSVP to [email protected] or call the Cobb County Economic Development Department at ??770-528-2018. #economicdevelopment #cobbcountyeconomicdevelopment #smallbusiness #shopsmall @bonninsbakery

?? Mmmmm, fried turkey, butter, and bacon ?? may be yummy, but they can do more harm than adding some pounds. The oils re-solidify and congeal in your pipes causing clogs and backups. They become a solid mass called a "fatburg" that clog sewers. So leading up to the holidays, it's time for our annual reminder that fats, oils and grease can wreak havoc if poured down the drain. 1. NEVER pour fats, oils, and grease down the drain. ?? 2. Scrape leftover food on pans ?? and plates into the trash, not the sink, even if you have a disposal. 3. Pour and scrape oil and grease from pans into a container before washing. Dispose of these materials in the trash. 4. Fryer grease should be cooled, placed in a sealed container, and disposed of in the trash. ** TIP: when you empty an aluminum can or glass jar, save it to hold the oil after cooking. 5. Use sink strainers to catch food, and then empty the strainer contents into the trash. 6. Note: flushing pipes with hot water or dish soap doesn't help. Fact: the majority of sewer system blockages and overflows in Cobb County originate in residential areas because fats, oils, and grease from your kitchen can coat the sewer pipes and restrict water flow. Over time, the FOG builds up and causes blockages and overflows. #FOGCLOGS #cobbcounty

Join the Gratitude Getaway and make this Thanksgiving unforgettable—for you and a shelter pet! ?? This holiday, open your heart and home to a Cobb County pup or kitty longing for a cozy celebration away from the shelter. Imagine sharing Thanksgiving with a furry friend who will be forever thankful for your warmth and kindness. ?? How It Works: Cobb County Animal Services is offering five dogs and five cats for a special Thanksgiving foster experience. All you need to do is be a Cobb County resident, complete the form below, and get ready to welcome some serious love into your home! ?? Mark Your Calendar! On Friday, 11/22, 10 lucky participants will be selected during a live broadcast on Facebook. If you’re chosen, they will reach out to you in real time! ?? Don’t miss this chance to fill your holiday with joy and gratitude. Complete the form today (https://lnkd.in/e5wJSRYZ) and prepare for a Thanksgiving filled with furry snuggles and grateful purrs or tail wags. The form is live until FRIDAY, 11/22 at NOON! #shelterdog #sheltercat #fosterdog #fostercat #adoptadog #adoptacat #thanksgiving

Keep track of your pets with microchips, free at Cobb Animal Services' Microchip Clinic! ?? ?? Microchipping your dogs, cats, and birds is essential for their safety and increases the chances of being reunited if they ever go missing or are stolen. ?? Make an appointment for your pet to be chipped 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9 by emailing [email protected]. Once confirmed, your appointment will be at 1060 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta.??

Cobb Elections keeps on working long after election day! The Georgia Secretary of State's office will certify the state's election results this Friday, Nov. 22. To get there, local elections departments must conduct two audits of the results: a risk-limiting audit and a ballot imaging audit. Watch this video to see the work and the time pressure Cobb's workers are under to complete it on time.