Morning
Marietta
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta features Comet, a three-month-old white/brown hound ready for adoption. Visitors can stop by 1060 Al Bishop Drive or call (770) 499-4136 to schedule a visit. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ North Cobb Regional Library, which opened in Sept. 2019 from the merger of Acworth and Kennesaw libraries, traces its roots to early 1900s local clubs and community efforts. The library will close on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, affecting upcoming community programs. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Congresswoman Lucy McBath invites local residents to join her seventh annual Valentines for Veterans event in support of service members + additional details on timing and location will be announced soon. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marietta Water said it will begin replacing water lines in the St. Marys and St. Annes neighborhoods on Monday, Jan. 12 to upgrade water service + reliability. Marietta Daily Journal
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Landslide: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
8 PM – 12 AM — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a nostalgic tribute to the legendary sounds of Fleetwood Mac.
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Painting on Tap
4-6 p.m. — 3 Amigos Mexican Bar & Grill — Ticket includes drink and supplies — Unleash your creativity with a fun painting class for all skill levels.
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Bugs & Suds Fly Tying Social
Evening — Alpharetta Outfitters — Free entry — Gather with fellow fly-fishing enthusiasts for food and fun while tying flies.
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80's Tribute HOT FLASH
9:30 PM – 3:30 AM — Dixie Tavern — No Cover — Celebrate the greatest dance rock and new wave hits from the 80s.
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Landon Talks Live
7 p.m. — The Alley Stage — $ — Experience iconic southern storyteller Landon Bryant as he shares tales from mules to vegetables in a charming, intimate setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.
~ Rumi
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