Morning
Marietta
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cleo, a 1-year-old female calico domestic short hair cat, is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services on Al Bishop Drive in Marietta; the shelter now prefers visits by appointment (walk-ins welcome) via its 24/7 online booking system. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ The Marietta Daily Journal celebrates 160 years of local journalism this year. The historic milestone highlights the paper’s longstanding role in informing and connecting our community. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Four graduates from Cobb County Drug Treatment Court celebrated their success at Cobb Superior Court in Marietta (with judges, staff and families present). The 18-to-24-month program provides a recovery pathway that helps participants rebuild their lives and reunite with loved ones. Cobb County Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Derco—a Lockheed Martin company—secured a C-130 consumables contract with the Defense Logistics Agency to support spare parts supply and aircraft readiness at the local facility in Marietta. The contract strengthens the historic Hercules program and reinforces local manufacturing expertise. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Metro Atlanta's Macy's is set to close as part of its Bold New Chapter+ initiative announced in 2024 to shutter roughly 150 stores by 2026. The closure will soon affect local shoppers looking for department-store options. 11Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marietta-based Georgia Symphony Orchestra and GSO Jazz+ will present the Big Band & Beyond concert this February during the 75th Anniversary Season. The program features selections from Charlie Parker to Duke Ellington, offering a fusion of big band swing and symphonic sound for local music fans. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ At the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art, two new art exhibits open Saturday. One show (Georgia Wood Artists) presents 50 wood works from 39 local artists while a second exhibit introduces additional creative styles. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beloved Spanish teacher Angela Coleman died this week from flu complications in Marietta after teaching at Mount Paran Christian School for nearly 15 years. The school closed Friday for mourning and will hold a celebration of life service on Jan. 24 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Fox 5 Atlanta
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta features Rex, a 2-year-old male brown/wheaten terrier available for adoption (64 lbs) at 1060 Al Bishop Drive; appointments are preferred, though walk-ins are welcome. Cobb County Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A report shows that home sales in the Atlanta metro dropped 7.3% by November 2025, marking a slowdown that could affect local buyers and sellers. Realtors say the change may influence market activity in the coming months. 11Alive
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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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Big Game Bash Atlanta
5-8 p.m. — Live! at the Battery Atlanta — $30 buckets, $5 drafts — Catch the Big Game and enjoy food and games at this festive watch party.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.
~ Winston Churchill
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