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Here’s a snapshot of what’s going on in your community. Credit Union of Georgia LGE Community Credit Union Recognized Awards Scholarship to for 2019 Marketing Efforts Marietta High School LGE Community Credit Union was recently honored with two Credit Union National Association (CUNA) 2020 Diamond Awards, which recognize Student outstanding marketing and business development achievements in the credit union industry. LGE received awards in the “Video (Non-Commercial) – Single” and “Website” categories. The Credit Union of Georgia recently awarded Alexander Scheid with the Credit Union of Georgia Scholarship in connection with the Marietta Schools Foundation. Alexander was selected for his essay on “How #DoYouCU Making a Difference?” along with his impressive résumé. Alexander received raving recommendations from his teachers, possessed great grades throughout his high school career, but what stuck out most UCB to Expand Headquarters in Smyrna Belgian-based pharmaceutical firm UCB plans to invest $47.5 million to expand its U.S. headquarters campus in Smyrna, bringing 100 new high-paying jobs to Cobb County. “UCB’s long-term commitment to creating jobs and promoting growth within Cobb County and the City of Smyrna should be commended,” said Dana Johnson, executive director of SelectCobb. “The jobs they are creating are high-quality jobs that will have incredible financial impact on Smyrna and the surrounding areas — and keep Cobb County Georgia’s number one business destination.” was his desire to help others. “I have always found joy in helping those who truly need it,” he wrote in his essay. With a desire to help others, he has decided to pursue a career in physical therapy. Cobb EMC Opens Innovative Solar Garden LGE Community Credit Union Continues to Support Community

Cobb Police Department Takes Stand Against Racism and Brutality

In a recent statement, the Cobb County Police Department said it takes a firm position against all forms of racism and brutality. The chief, officers, and command staff take their oath very seriously, the statement read. “We hold firm to that calling to serve each and every member of the community with the utmost respect. And we stand behind our words with our daily actions as we serve ALL of Cobb County.”

West Cobb Business Association Aids Community During Pandemic

Recently, in an effort to continue its support of the community during the COVID-19 crisis, the West Cobb Business Association’s (WCBA) public safety committee delivered lunch to local front line heroes at Cobb County Police Precinct Five, Cobb Fire and Rescue Station 23, and Powder Springs Police Departments. Additionally, in May, WCBA partnered with Sandra Cook at Catered Southern Events to help feed those in need through an outreach effort with MUST Ministries. On June 12, Cobb EMC and Gas South celebrated the official opening of a new and innovative Solar Garden on the Cobb EMC corporate campus along Highway 41 in Marietta. The 6,000-square-foot garden showcases three, 16-foot tall “Smartflowers,” which are part of a larger solar project to supply renewable energy to the power grid. Read more at cobbinfocus. com/category/business.

Pictured L to R: Cobb EMC VP of Power Supply & Planning Tim Jarrell, Cobb EMC President & CEO Peter Heintzelman, and Gas South President & CEO Kevin Greiner. Photo Credit: Pamela Dabrowa Photography

LGE Community Credit Union recently completed several initiatives to support the community amid the pandemic. • Lunches for Local Heroes — LGE delivered more than 500 lunches to four local hospitals across the counties it serves. • LGE Employees Host Food Drive — Employees organized an internal food drive to support MUST Ministries in Marietta, Warehouse of Hope in Douglasville, and North Fulton Community Charities in Roswell. • Surprises for Scholarship Winners — LGE worked with the school districts and principals to make a special surprise visit for each student. –General Scholarship Winner ($3,000): Anthony

Minella, Milton High School –Cobb County School District Winner ($5,000):

Samuel Luong, Wheeler High School –Cherokee County School District Winner ($5,000): Alanis Broussard, Woodstock High

School –Marietta City Schools Winner ($5,000): Kyle

Brown, Marietta High School

Cobb Passes Resolutions to Continue Fight Against Racism and Prejudice

In June, the Cobb Board of Commissioners approved a resolution condemning racism, in the wake of tragic incidents in this country, and reaffirming its commitment to provide an environment that supports civil rights for all. The board also adopted a resolution in support of a state Hate Crimes Bill that addresses crimes involving bias, hate, bigotry or prejudice. The unanimous decision encourages the Cobb legislative delegation to continue working closely with the state legislature in adopting the bill. The Home Depot Foundation Awards $200,000 Grant to Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta The Home Depot Foundation has awarded Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta a $200,000 grant to provide a minimum of 15 critical home repairs for Veterans in Cobb, Douglas, and Paulding counties. “The Home Depot Foundation shares our passion to ensure local veterans live in safe, warm and dry shelter,” said Jessica Gill, CEO, Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta.