Week in Review: Mar. 6－12

: Despite wet weather, a couple dozen Cobb residents gathered at Glover Park for "Ax the Tax" Rally in opposition to March 15 vote for SPLOST.

: Businesses are currently hiring in Acworth. Count on Patch to provide you with local job leads and interview tips each week.

: After a breakfast meeting, Deal announced that he would propose cutting the pre-K school year by 20 days to save money.

: Here's a roundup of the region's major headlines on Mar. 7.

: Owner Tami Frederick shares what it is like to run a flower shop.

: Cobb County can't afford to save money by making students walk farther, the superintendent says.

The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in identifying this man from a composite rendering.

: Do you monitor your t(w)een’s computer usage? There are many options available to track instant messaging, email and Internet usage.

: The school board member for East Cobb and Northeast Cobb has put the issue back on the agenda this past week's board meeting. The calendar issue is not going away anytime soon.

: The commissioners were supposed to receive an update Tuesday from a citizens oversight committee established in December by commissioners wanting a review of the county’s spending and management. That didn't happen.

: Here's a roundup of the region's major developments on Mar. 8.

: Here are some great deals to help you get what you need while sticking to your budget.

: Cobb County school board member Kathleen Angelucci addressed community members during a town hall meeting Tuesday night. The school calendar took the center stage, and caused some heated exchanges between Angelucci and the crowd.

: Set their imaginations free as they make a quick change like Clark Kent to Superman or celebrate with a St. Patrick's Day parade downtown or a royal parade at the Georgia Aquarium.

: Why not indulge your taste buds (and not your waistline) with Frozen Yogurt?

: The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools confirms receiving letters from concerned Cobb County residents.

: Here's a roundup of the region's major developments on March 9.

: Airman Nicholas A. Caixeiro graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX.

: Does making Saturday plans feel like working for the weekend? We're here to give you a day off on your day off.

: After hours of arguing, the 4-3 majority for the traditional calendar stands firm.

: Each Thursday we preview the homes you can tour this weekend.

: Get a head start on summer fun with these great local summer camps for your kids. Check with each camp for registration.

: Here's a roundup of the region's major developments.

: This cake is good for more than just dessert.

: What are some of the things a college almost-graduate wish he/she should have known at the beginning of freshman year? How can you better prepare yourself for college while in high school? Patch Contributor and College Senior Simone Francis offers a few helpful tips. 

: Here's a roundup of the region's major developments March 11.

: Jarrod Floyd, age 17, is the only wrestler to advance to regional competition from North Paulding High School.

: According to the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network, approximately 12 million Americans have food allergies. Acworth Mom and Patch Contributor Cindy Butson shares her experience dealing with children's food allergies.

6,522 Votes Cast in SPLOST Election

Cobb County’s SPLOST special election set for Tuesday has drawn 6,522 votes so far, according to numbers the county released Friday evening. Tuesday's referendum will determine funding for a new Acworth police station and other projects.