Month: April 2024

Cobb asked to relocate Power-Jackson Cabin to Hyde Farm

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Power-Jackson Cabin preservation effort

Cobb commissioners on Tuesday will consider a request to relocate an 1840s-era cabin off Post Oak Tritt Road to the Hyde Farm facility in East Cobb.

An agenda item states that the badly deteriorating Power-Jackson Cabin would be moved to Hyde Farm off Lower Roswell Road near the Chattahoochee River, where it would be restored as part of a continuing 19th century working farm.

Cobb PARKS said it’s recommending that Leatherwood Inc., a Tennessee-based company that restored 13 structures at Hyde Farm in 2014, perform the restoration of the Power-Jackson Cabin.

The cost to do so would be $321,000 in 2011 SPLOST funds earmarked for Hyde Park restoration projects. Commissioners would have to vote separately to approve that contract.

“As a collaborative community effort, moving the cabin to and restoring the cabin at Hyde Farm honors the history of Cobb County by saving this valuable historic asset,” the agenda item states.

Cobb Landmarks, a Marietta-based historic preservation non-profit, has raised more than $65,000 to pay for relocation expenses for the Power-Jackson Cabin.

Hyde Farm, which includes 136 acres and 42 acres run by the county, is where another Power family cabin exists. Last year, commissioners approved a resolution for the county to submit an application for Hyde Farm to be included on the National Register of Historic Places.

A property near Hyde Farm, the George Abner Power House, which also dates to the 1840s,  is owned by Cobb Landmarks and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001.

The Power-Jackson Cabin, possibly built before 1840 by farmer William Power, is located on 13 undeveloped acres on Post Oak Tritt Road near McPherson Road that was part of a recent zoning case.

Landowner Kenneth B. Clary sought rezoning for a single-family subdivision, but issues over the cabin and possible Power family burials complicated the issue.

Clary later withdrew the rezoning request, and his family agreed to allow Cobb Landmarks to remove the cabin.

Last week Cobb Landmarks said it’s working with University of West Georgia to perform dendrochronology (the study of tree rings) on the logs, which could help determine when the trees were cut down to construct the cabin.

“This is part of our ongoing effort to better understand and preserve the cabin,” Cobb Landmarks said.

The full agenda for Tuesday’s meeting can be viewed by clicking here; the meeting begins at 9 a.m. in the second floor board room of the Cobb government building (100 Cherokee St., downtown Marietta).

You also can watch on the county’s website and YouTube channels and on Cobb TV 23 on Comcast Cable.

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East Cobb Library distributing kid-friendly solar eclipse kits

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People gathering for the solar eclipse at East Cobb Park in 2017.

Prepare for the 2024 solar eclipse with a kid-friendly take home kit from East Cobb Library.

Learn about the eclipse, complete educational crafts, and record your eclipse observations in a DIY journal.

Kits include two activities, a solar eclipse hat intended for younger elementary children and a solar eclipse journal ideal for upper elementary children. Protective eclipse glasses are not included in the kits.

Kits are available at East Cobb Library (4880 Lower Roswell Road) until the day of the eclipse, Monday, April 8.

Click here for more information.

In addition, several Cobb library branches will be having the following eclipse events on Monday:

Several Cobb County libraries will hold solar eclipse viewing events Monday, April 8. Details of activities vary by location, but each will provide a place to view this rare celestial event. 

• 1:45 – 4 p.m. West Cobb Regional Library, 1750 Dennis Kemp Lane, Kennesaw. One pair of protective viewing glasses per family. Live streaming TV viewing of the eclipse via the NASA channel. Crafts for the whole family. Click here for details.

• 1:45 – 3:30 p.m. South Cobb Regional Library, 805 Clay Road, Mableton. Protective viewing glasses will only be distributed during the viewing party. One pair per person. Click here for details.

• 2 – 4 p.m. Switzer Library, 266 Roswell Street, Marietta. Registration is required. Can guarantee one pair of protective viewing glasses per group. Crafts and activities. Click here for details.

(Please note, it is not safe to look directly at the sun without specialized eye protection for solar viewing during an eclipse. Viewing any part of the sun through a camera lens, binoculars, or a telescope without a special-purpose solar filter secured over the front of the optics will instantly cause severe eye injury.)

 

 

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Sponsored Post: Luxury home listing in Atlanta Country Club

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If one kitchen is not enough, you’ll find an additional prep kitchen, providing ultimate convenience for entertaining and preparing meals. Adjacent to the kitchen is a gorgeous family room wired for multiple televisions featuring built in shelving and a gas fireplace, perfect for displaying cherished mementos and creating a cozy ambience.

As an extension of the family room there is a sunroom with a wall of windows overlooking the walk-out fenced backyard. The abundance of natural light makes it an ideal spot for reading, lounging, or simply enjoying a cup of coffee while basking in the warmth of the sun.

Retreat down the hall to the expansive primary bedroom located on the main level, offering privacy and luxury at its finest. Step into the lavish primary bath evoking a sense of relaxation, indulgence, and pure luxury.

Also, on the main floor you will find a large guest bedroom with ensuite bath and its own garage entry and mudroom providing a very comfortable experience for guests. Custom laundry room, walk-in pantry and two offices catering to those who work from home round out the main level.

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Upstairs you will find a spacious open loft area that can serve as additional living space, an office or even a bedroom. Three oversized bedrooms all with ensuites and custom closets, along with a second laundry room, provide ample storage space and organizational bliss.

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The backyard oasis includes a refreshing saltwater pool surrounded by beautiful travertine tile, creating a tranquil atmosphere. The outdoor kitchen compliments the pool area making it ideal for hosting unforgettable gatherings.

The property includes award-winning roses, Freestone peach trees, kiwi, blackberry and raspberry bushes, blueberry bushes, lavender, Japanese maples, camelias, peonies, gardenias, azaleas, boxwoods, viburnum and tea olives.

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Garage fire at East Cobb home closes Indian Hills Parkway

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East Cobb garage fire closes portion of Indian Hills Parkway

Firefighters were called to a home in the 1000 block of Indian Hills Parkway Tuesday afternoon to battle a fire in the garage.

Cobb Fire and Emergency Services said Indian Hills Parkway was closed between Clubland Drive and Fairfield Drive while crews were on the scene.

A department social media posting said that Company 21, Engines 15, 20, 3, Squad 16 and Air 12 were called extinguish the fire.

East Cobb garage fire closes portion of Indian Hills Parkway

 

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Severe weather headed for Cobb, followed by cooler temps

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Severe weather headed for Cobb, followed by cooler weather

A line of thunderstorms will be moving into Cobb County and North Georgia overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, followed by some cooler weather for most of the rest of the week.

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a hazardous weather outlook starting at 11 p.m. Tuesday and into the overnight hours (enhanced risk area in orange on map).

The forecast said that some thunderstorms “could be severe and capable of producing damaging wind gusts, large hail and a few tornadoes.”

The chance of precipitation is 100 percent, and between 1-2 inches of rain is possible.

While high temperatures on Wednesday will be in the mid-60s, lows will be dipping into the 40s and close to freezing through Sunday as the rain clears.

The NWS forecast said that areas of frost are possible across portions of North Georgia. Wind gusts are expected between 25-30 percent from early Wednesday through Thursday evening.

Highs during that stretch will range from the mid-50s to the low 60s, with warmer weather returning Sunday.

Highs will return to the 70s next week.

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Cobb Water System online services unavailable through Thursday
		

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The Cobb Water System sent out the following message Monday morning:Cobb Water System to ask for rate increase


We’re currently transitioning to a new online customer account service system. ALL online services, including billing and payment systems, will be unavailable from Monday afternoon, 04/01/2024 through Thursday, 04/04/2024. During this time, we will have no access to customer accounts.


Visit https://www.cobbcounty.org/…/customer…/request-service for more information.


You can still make cash or check payments in person at 660 South Cobb Drive, Marietta. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your patience.


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2 people hospitalized in Canton Road motorcycle crash
		

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A motorcyclist and a motorist sustained serious injuries Saturday in a crash on Canton Road, Cobb Police said.Cobb Police, Holly Springs Road suspicious person, East Cobb crime forum


Officer Aaron Wilson said in a release Monday that Ali Babar, 32, of Marietta, and Marilyn Jensen, 90, of Woodstock, were taken to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital.


Wilson said the Babar was heading north in a a black 2016 Honda CB500 motorcycle on Canton Road near the intersection of Farm Ridge Drive at 9:42 a.m.


That’s just north of Jamerson Road, near the Cobb-Cherokee county line.


Jensen was traveling south on Canton Road in a white 2012 Honda Civic and was in the center turn lane, police said. She turned left and into the path of the motorcycle, Wilson said, causing the bike to crash into a curb.


Babar and the motorcycle landed in a northbound lane of Canton Road, near Farm Ridge Drive, according to police.


Wilson said an investigation into the accident is continuing and that anyone with information is asked to contact the Cobb County Police Department at 770-499-3987.


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East Cobb residential real estate sales, March 11-15, 2024
		

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The following East Cobb residential real estate sales were compiled from agency reports. They include the subdivision name, high school attendance zone and sales price:


March 11


1247 Golden Rock Lane, 30067 (Ivy Crest, Wheeler): $555,000


2580 Spencers Trace, 30062 (Holly Springs East, Pope): $475,000


3000 Walker Drive, 30062 (Rogers Acres, Sprayberry): $346,000


3031 Shaw Road, 30066 (Sprayberry): $498,000


3570 Pebble Hill Drive, 30062 (Woodbine Station, Lassiter): $410,500


5008 Gardenia Circle, 30068 (The Gardens at Parkaire, Walton): $250,000


March 12


963 Allegro Park, 30067 (The Townes at Marietta, Wheeler): $419,900


1813 Rockybranch Pass, 30066 (Spencers Mill, Kell): $480,000


761 Earl Street, 30067 (Sunvalley Estates, Wheeler): $280,000


900 Mallory Drive, 30062 (Sprayberry): $315,000


4348 Ivywood Drive, 30062 (Ivywood, Walton): $716,000


2560 Blakely Court, 30066 (Morgan Station, Sprayberry): $380,000


3283 Robinson Oaks Way, 30062 (Robinson Oaks, Pope): $$665,000


3520 Chestatee Drive, 30062 (Shallowford Heights, Lassiter): $530,000


March 13


3042 Holly Mill Run, 30062 (Holly Springs Crossing, Pope): $465,000


592 Little Road, 30067 (Red Oak Park, Wheeler): $480,000


1083 Soaring Way, 30062 (Eagle Ridge, Marietta): $500,000


1451 Gateview Way, 30062 (Stonegate at East Worthington, Marietta): $425,000


2876 Summit Ridge Drive, 30066 (Piedmont Hills, Sprayberry): $385,000


2878 London Court, 30062 (Ashford Pines, Pope): $393,000


3031 Walker Drive, 30062 (Rogers Acres, Sprayberry): $342,000


4066 Silver Fir Court, 30066 (Whitfield Woods, Kell): $425,000


1708 Ashebark Lane, 30068 (Asheforde, Walton): $750,000


March 14


4575 Divine Court, 30067 (Estates at Woodlawn, Walton): $1.7 million


2190 Sun Valley Drive, 30067 (Sunvalley Estates, Wheeler): $448,000


1806 Hunters Glenn, 30062 (Hunters Trace, Walton)L $599,000


1543 Evanston Court, 30062 (Gables at East Worthington, Marietta): $431,000


4320 Sprucebough Drive, 30062 (Kensington, Pope): $750,000


2609 Watercrest Court, 30062 (Autumn Lake, Sprayberry): $470,000


1821 Kerry Creek Drive, 30066 (Kerry Creek, Sprayberry): $525,000


3005 Cynthia Court, 30062 (Mountain View, Sprayberry): $560,250


3176 Rangers Gate, 30062 (Pine Springs, Pope): $481,000


4223 Arbor Club Drive, 30066 (Arbor Bridge, Lassiter): $550,000


3076 Hillside Court, 30066 (Windsor Oaks, Lassiter): $866,100


March 15


3100 Hilltop Drive, 30066 (The Overlook at Hilltop Drive, Lassiter): $700,904


1470 Pleasant View Circle, 30062 (Sewell Mill Heights, Walton): $1.4 million


690 Maddie Way, 30068 (Robinson Manor, Walton): $1.16 million


3901 Riverlook Parkway Unit 101, 30067 (Willows by the River, Walton): $300,000


3210 Turtle Lake Court, 30066 (Somerset, Wheeler): $685,000


3835 Creekview Drive, 30068 (Indian Hills, Walton): $925,000


3661 Clubwood Trail, 30068 (Indian Hills, Walton): $675,000


611 Mitchell Drive, 30066 (West Oak, Sprayberry): $336,810


2905 Village Drive, 30062 (Murdock Heights, Pope): $600,147


1340 Sean Way, 30066 (Channon, Sprayberry): $320,000


3233 Mary Drive, 30066 (Remington Glen, Sprayberry): $539,000


3834 Swallow Court, 30066 (Highland View, Lassiter): $650,000


3873 Wintergreen Court, 30062 (Village North Highlands, Lassiter): $285,000


4199 Summit Way, 30066 (Windsor Oaks, Lassiter): $825,000


4896 Raven Court, 30066 (Falcon Crest, Lassiter): $387,000


1431 Waterford Green Drive, 30068 (Waterford Green, Walton) $975,000


674 Highland Court, 30068 (Wimbledon Place, Walton): $405,000


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