Catch It All: Dec. 14

Because sometimes we have too much going on to keep track of, here is a roundup of articles published on Thursday, Dec. 8.

The stories are listed in order of publication and will go live throughout the day. More stories will be added to this list as news breaks or I discover new information! So remember to send me your news tips!

Here is the weather report for Marietta on Wednesday, Dec. 14.

Wrestling Tonight After Tuesday Basketball

Here's your Dec. 14 varsity sports briefing for Bartow, Cherokee, Cobb, Douglas and Paulding counties.

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For the 11th year, Best Friends Pet Care Angel Tree supports local animal shelters, including Cobb County Animal Control.

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Each year, JROTC cadets from metro Atlanta high schools collect donations throughout their community to help the Empty Stocking Fund provide gifts to more than 50,000 metro area children living in poverty.

Cobb Police Offer Holiday Tips, 8:30 a.m.

Here are ways to safely enjoy this festive season while you're shopping, traveling and at home.

Great Games for Group Gift Giving, 9:30 a.m.

Marietta Patch provides a selection of great bargains for the whole family each Wednesday morning. If you still have family members and friends to buy for, consider buying a family or group gift.

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Get out the lights and holly. Your decorating could net $100,000 to our schools. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to win a $100,000 gift to the Marietta Public Schools.

The Whos Knew, 10:30 a.m.

Bitterness dims the joy of hope. But, it can be melted away to reveal life's goodness.

Crafts for Kids: Sensory Bottles, 11:30 a.m.

Here's a fun craft you can do with your kids using supplies you probably have at home.

How to Decorate Your Tree, 12:30 p.m.

Learn how to decorate your Christmas tree with this insightful and informative video from The Home Depot.

Former Coach Has "Big Huge Heart," 1 p.m.

The court at Marietta High School was recently named for former basketball coach Charlie Hood. He coached there for 40 years.

Patch has added a new navigational bar which will feature real time traffic and gas information.

The new Cobb school superintendent has made major administrative changes and tackled the touchy calendar issue. What grade would you give him?

Officials have filed charges against the eight men accused of being involved in a prostitution ring that involves at least a dozen prostitutes out of several metro Atlanta homes.

Here is a video roundup of highlights from Marietta and the surrounding area.