Hi all. It's me, Josee Noble, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening locally. In today's issue, you'll find...

• Cartersville BOE amends 2023 budget
• Upcoming Emerson projects and developments
• Adairsville's Larry Gardner is a finalist for the new voice of the Braves.

But first, today's weather:

Clouds and sun. High: 68 Low: 51.

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