Week in Review: Unemployment Jumps; Distinguished Coach, City Employee

: Claude Johnson organized the first African American baseball team in Acworth and was recently honored for his efforts.

: After 10 years on the Acworth Downtown Development Authority, Darlene Knight is retiring.

: will be hosting its annual International Festival in April to celebrate diversity.

: The restaurant and bar that provides live entertainment received the most votes on Acworth Patch.

: Patch readers shared some wonderful photos that capture the essence of springtime. Now we need you to help us pick a winner! Once you've watched the slideshow, click "Photostream" below to identify your favorite photo, and cast your ballot.

: In the March 6 primary only those in unincorporated Cobb County voted on a Sunday alcohol referendum.

: The county will be accepting applications from internal employees only following the departure of Don Bruce.

Are your kids waking up on the wrong side of the bed? Maybe they aren't getting a good night's sleep.

: Included is the West Cobb 9th Grade Center, similar to the ones already at North Cobb and South Cobb high schools.

: Despite the seasonal increase in January, the county added almost 9,500 jobs in the past year.

: Each week House Hunt features great homes for sale in and around Acworth.