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Coffee in hand, Kennesaw? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Kennesaw detective turned one cyber tip into nationwide justice
  • How a new NSF grant puts KSU students at robotics' cutting edge
  • What KSU's new Ghost Gaming deal means for student esports

Also on today's calendar: Park on Polk Concert Series - Georgia Brass Band and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Tropical Rainstorm Isaias, temps: high: 67, low: 62.
  • Sunday: A couple of morning t-storms, with a high of 70 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Cobb Public Safety Heroes Honored at 2026 Awards Luncheon (metroatlantaceo.com) — Kennesaw residents are highlighted in Cobb County's 2026 Public Safety Appreciation Luncheon, where a Kennesaw Police detective earned an Award of Merit after uncovering a major multi-state cyber exploitation scheme that began with a local victim. The luncheon also honored firefighters, EMS, and officers from nearby cities, underscoring regional cooperation that helps keep Kennesaw and surrounding communities safer.
   

• Kennesaw State researchers receive NSF grant to advance soft robotics education (newswise.com) — Kennesaw State University researchers have landed a nearly $400,000 NSF grant to create low-cost soft robotics prototypes, digital twins, and AI-powered learning tools for engineering students. The project, based at KSU's MOVE Center, will give local undergrads hands-on experience with emerging robotics technologies and aims to share these tools with other universities nationwide.
   

• Ghost Gaming, Kennesaw State Team Up on Call of Duty (esportsadvocate.net) — Kennesaw State University is launching a new Call of Duty esports team through a partnership with Atlanta-based Ghost Gaming's Ghost Academy program. Starting in the 2026–27 school year, KSU students will compete in top collegiate leagues while helping build sponsorships, broadcasts, and watch-party experiences, positioning the university as a key player in Georgia's growing esports network.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Looking for a loving home for an 8 year old female daschund.
    No rehoming fee, has had all of her shots and is up to date. (Nextdoor McCollum)
  • Does anyone know a reliable person or service that can demo a wooden shed about 12' x 24', haul away the debris, and haul away anything inside?
    I don't have the tools nor the back to handle this myself. Appreciate any recommendations! (Nextdoor Hunt Club)
  • Olive Garden posted a job opening for Busser in Kennesaw. Apply here.
  • Mondelez International posted a job opening for Full-time Nabisco Merchandiser/Order Writer in Kennesaw. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kennesaw here.

🗞 Nearby News

Acworth

  • Acworth's annual Halloween JamBOOree and trunk-or-treat event is happening on Oct. 24th (atlantaonthecheap.com)
  • Investigation into suspected cocaine trafficking from Acworth home leads to 4 arrests (11alive.com)
  • 40 new businesses apply for licenses in Cobb County (ledger-enquirer.com)

Marietta

  • Assistant Secretary for DOE's Office of Electricity Highlights Marietta, Ga., Grid Modernization Project (publicpower.org)

Ok Kennesaw! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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