Cobb recognizes diversity efforts

The annual Creating Communities Awards recognizing county organizations that have fostered diversity is set for Thursday in Marietta.

The awards recognize an individual, team or organizations that have made a positive contribution to the inclusion of the county’s diverse communities. Recipients this year are: the Special Needs Development Group, Foundation Masonic Lodge #592, Piedmont Church and Alpha Kappa Alpha/The PEARL Foundation.

The ceremony begins at 6 p.m. at Piedmont Church, 570 Piedmont Road in Marietta.

Information: www.ccrc.cobbcountyga.gov

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