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Friday, January 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Gordo, a 2-year-old male grey tabby/white domestic short hair, is featured as the Cobb County Courier's Cat of the Day, awaiting a forever home.  Cobb County Courier
  • Hazel, a 5-year-old female brindle American pit bull terrier, is featured by the Cobb County Courier as the Dog of the Day from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter, highlighting her readiness for adoption.  Cobb County Courier

CRIME NEWS

  • Marietta PD introduces a new app designed for public to submit tips, aiming to assist in solving crimes including homicide cases.  11Alive
  • Marietta police are seeking information on a New Year's Eve-eve shooting at a local car wash that resulted in the death of 59-year-old Daniel Richardson Jr.  WSB-TV
  • Michael Jarel Coleman, 33, of Marietta, is charged with a home invasion involving a firearm on Dec. 28 at 6:52 p.m.  Marietta Daily Journal

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Lockheed Martin will webcast its Q4 and full year 2024 earnings call on January 28, 2025, featuring top executives discussing financial results and updates.  Cobb County Courier

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Marietta City Council is considering opting out of a new property tax law according to discussions in its finance and investments committee meeting.  Marietta Daily Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Honest Fox Comedy Festival 2025

    The Honest Fox Comedy Fest returns for its second annual event at The Alley Stage, showcasing a lineup of rising comedy stars for a weekend of live taping.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • 70s vs 80s Battle of the Bands Dance Party

    A family-friendly dance party at Glover Park Brewery featuring a battle of the bands showcasing hits from the 70s and 80s, complete with a costume contest.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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