🌱 Smyrna-Vinings Patch: What You Need To Know Today (Wed, Jan 25)

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Smyrna-Vinings.

Hospital Capacity In Smyrna-Vinings Area: Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Cobb County.

Watch Movies Outdoors This Weekend In Cobb County

Register to watch "How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World" and/or "The Sandlot" outdoors this Friday and Saturday in Cobb County.

What's Open, Closed In Smyrna, Vinings For 4th Of July

Find out here what will be closed, and when, for the Fourth of July holiday in Smyrna, Vinings and Cobb County.

Blood Donors Needed In Smyrna-Vinings Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

The U.S. is experiencing a severe blood donation shortage.

Strawberry Moon: How To See The June Full Moon In Smyrna, Vinings

The Strawberry Moon is the last supermoon of 2021. It will be visible in Smyrna and Vinings on Thursday.

June Solstice 2021: When Summer Starts In Smyrna, Vinings

The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year — and the beginning of a season of fun in Smyrna and Vinings.

Girl Scout Cookie Glut: Donate To 1st Responders In Smyrna

The pandemic changed how Girl Scouts in Smyrna-Vinings approached cookie sales. Here’s how to get them into the hands of first responders.

Pipe Bombs, Mortar Shell Found In Chattahoochee River

Local divers first discovered a mortar shell and pipe bomb in the river about two weeks ago. They found two more pipe bombs again last week.

Smyrna-Vinings Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives in the Smyrna-Vinings area soon.

Juneteenth 2021: How Cobb County Marks The End Of Slavery

Take a look at the Juneteenth celebrations taking place across Cobb County, including in Acworth, Marietta, Powder Springs and Kennesaw.

3 Walking Tours Of Chattahoochee River, Future Trails Set In June

You can view a Civil War-era river entrenchment and see the area of a future greenway trail near Smyrna on Sunday and two other June dates.

Shop 29 Local Vendors At Sunday's Smyrna Handmade Market

Smyrna Handmade Market recurs each Sunday, with vendors varying each week. This Sunday, you can buy popsicles, peaches, honey and more.

Smyrna-Vinings Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Blood platelet donations are in high demand for cancer patients.

Traton Homes Announces High Parc At Smyrna

VIP Interest List Now Open For Two- And Three-Story Townhome Community

Recycle Your Old Clothes, Home Goods In Cobb This Weekend

Keep Cobb Beautiful is hosting a textile and household goods recycling event this Saturday in Smyrna. Get the details here.

Smyrna-Vinings Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

There is no wait period for blood donations after receiving a coronavirus vaccine dose.

Smyrna-Vinings Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is seeking blood donors in the Smyrna-Vinings area. The pandemic has affected the U.S. blood supply.

Vaccine Hotline, Cops Shot, Pet Parents Wanted: Nearby News

Top news includes a deadly police shootout in Carroll County, Cobb County's vaccine call center, and you can make a dog's day in the sun.

Smyrna-Vinings Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives being held in the Smyrna-Vinings area.

What's Open, Closed On Good Friday, Easter In Smyrna

Whether it's the library or your favorite restaurant or retailer, here's a look at what's open in Smyrna on Good Friday and Easter.

Relief Dollars, Storms Coming, Massage Parlor Deaths: Nearby News

Top stories include more than $147M in COVID-19 relief, tornadoes predicted for Metro Atlanta, and more updates on massage parlor shootings.

Early Redistricting, Beer Gardens, State Ranking: Nearby News

Top GA news includes early redistricting in Brookhaven, U.S. News ranking Georgia in the Top 20 states, and top beer gardens.

Police Dance Patrol At Georgia Tech | Patch PM

Teddys to Texas | DeKalb youth senate | Hawks coach sacked | Johns Creek's Leadership leader | Dem challenger to Greene | Cop busts a move

Winter Gas Prices, Dr. Fauci, School Security Spoof: Nearby News

Top news includes high Georgia gas prices, AP Honors schools named in Georgia, Cobb School lockdown an "attack," and Fauci speech at Emory.

What's Open, Closed On Presidents Day 2021 In Smyrna

Here's what residents across Smyrna can expect on Presidents Day in 2021.

Cobb Libraries Offering Free Tax Forms, But Not AARP Tax Help

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cobb libraries will not host AARP Foundation Tax-Aide this tax season, but will offer free forms and printing.

How To Find Girl Scout Cookies In The Smyrna-Vinings Area

It's that time of the year again. Here's how to support a local Girl Scout troop, like Troop 17504, without leaving your home.

Groundhog Day 2021: When Will Spring Weather Come To Smyrna

This year, Punxsutawney Phil looks for his shadow in a live-streamed event that can be seen in Smyrna and elsewhere around the country.

Cobb Planning Commissioner Dies From COVID-19

Cobb County Planning Commissioner Judy Williams died from COVID-19, officials said Tuesday.

GA Officials Brace For Armed Protests This Weekend: Patch PM

Coronavirus drug scam | Tech hub for HBCU students | Neighbors save brothers | Finding coronavirus vaccines | Potential protests: Patch PM

Trae Young And Annexation: Top Smyrna-Area Patch Stories Of 2020

The most-read story of 2020 in Smyrna was about Atlanta Hawks' Trae Young absolving medical debt for nearly 600 Atlanta-area families.

What’s Open, Closed New Year’s Day 2021 In Smyrna

Whether it’s the library or your favorite restaurant or retailer, here’s a look at what’s open in Smyrna on New Year’s Day.

How To Get Rid Of Christmas Trees In Smyrna

Here are a few options Smyrna residents can use to recycle dry Christmas trees after the holiday.

Christmas Bird Count: How To Find An Active Circle Near Smyrna

The Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count continues through Jan. 5.

What’s Open, Closed Christmas Week 2020 In Smyrna

Check for Smyrna services and offices that are already closed or are closing early this week for Christmas.

Cumberland, Town Center CIDs Launch Bikeshare Program

The Cumberland and Town Center community improvement districts launched new bikeshare programs after they were shuttered in May.

Hot Car Death Father Seeks New Murder Trial | Patch PM

Gingerbread houses | Coach hits player | Sheriffs get coronavirus | Lawmakers on election head | Dream homes | Hot car death: Patch PM

‘Elf’ Cast To Reunite For Senate Runoff Fundraiser: Patch PM

110-pound catfish caught | 1.8-magnitude earthquake | Biden visiting GA | Tree fires | "Elf" cast reuniting for senate fundraiser: Patch PM

Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Starbucks In Smyrna

Starbucks will offer free coffee for all front-line workers through the end of 2020.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.