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  • Smyrna-Vinings, GA

Angela is a journalist with a strong passion for storytelling and producing compelling multimedia content.

Determined to pursue a career in journalism from the beginning of her undergraduate studies at Washington State University, Angela has four years of experience in television, and has worked in various newsrooms as both a reporter and a producer in the State of Washington, Missouri, and Washington, DC. In August 2010, Angela received her master's degree from the University of Missouri School of Journalism.

Prior to joining Patch in 2010 as one of the founding editors, she worked with CNN in Washington, DC on the newsgathering frontline, and spent two years working as a reporter and newscast producer for KOMU 8 TV - the NBC Affiliate in Columbia, Missouri, and an anchor and producer for online/mobile news startup Newsy.com.

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Smyrna-Vinings Food Scores: Lowest is an 86

The latest Smyrna-Vinings Food Scores include visits to Burger King, China Wok, Waffle House, Oga's Home Cooking and More.

Smyrna-Vinings Food Scores: Lowest is an 86
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Smyrna Police Offer Tips on Home Security

In light of recent break-ins, Smyrna police want to remind citizens to observe the three "L's" for maximum safety.

Smyrna Police Offer Tips on Home Security
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Peggy Joyce Oliver Lattanzi, 82, Dies

Mrs. Lattanzi was a former member of Smyrna First United Methodist Church, and was employed with Cobb County School system for 30 years.

Peggy Joyce Oliver Lattanzi, 82, Dies
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Cobb School Bus Routes 2013-14

Students will be allowed to bring water in containers with a secure lid or cap onto school buses during the months of August and September.

Cobb School Bus Routes 2013-14
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Republican Conference Held at Cumberland Hotel

Smyrna-Vinings will welcome national and state republican leaders at the National Federation of Republican Women’s (NFRW) Southeast Regional Summer Conference.

Republican Conference Held at Cumberland Hotel