MDJ Script/ Top Stories for May 30th
Publish Date: May 30th
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STORY 1: The Avenue West Cobb to Have Summer Vibes
The Avenue West Cobb is hosting **Summer Vibes**, a family-friendly event series from June 9 to July 27. Highlights include:
- **Summer Social** (June 13): Games, crafts, and treats like lemonade.
- **International Yoga Day** (June 21): Yoga class, healthy drinks, and a giveaway.
- **Build Your Own Bouquet** (July 11): Create custom floral arrangements.
- **Backyard BBQ Bash** (July 26): Games, food, and a picnic essentials giveaway.
Events take place in the Green Space, offering fun for all ages. Visit avenuewestcobb.com/summer-vibes for details!
STORY 2: KSU dancers selected to participate in prestigious summer workshops
Three Kennesaw State University dancers earned scholarships to prestigious summer programs after standout performances earlier this year. George Chavez will attend the Alvin Ailey School’s Professional Intensive in New York, while Allison Behrend and Charlene Font head to the American Dance Festival at Duke University. Their achievements highlight the strength of KSU’s dance program and the dedication of its faculty. These opportunities will allow the dancers to explore new techniques and grow as artists, further enhancing KSU’s reputation in the dance community. Their success reflects the program’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering artistic growth.
STORY 3: Cobb County High School Coalition and Assurant Dedicate First Habitat Home Build of the Year
The Cobb County High School Coalition and Assurant dedicated a new Habitat for Humanity home in Austell to future homeowner David, a hardworking single father and U.S. Postal Service employee. Built by students from five local high schools, this marks the coalition’s 28th Habitat home and the first of 2025. For David, the home represents love, safety, and opportunity for his family. Habitat CEO Kyle Huhtanen praised the coalition’s longevity and Assurant’s continued support. David expressed gratitude to all who made his dream of homeownership a reality.
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