Morning
Marietta
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Maria is a two-year-old brindle/white pit bull terrier available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta. Walk-ins are welcome but appointments (preferred to manage visits) offer a smoother process. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Melon is a 5-month-old male grey kitten available for adoption at Cobb Animal Services in Marietta — appointments are preferred though walk-ins are welcome at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Cobb County Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, AAA’s weekly report recorded Georgia’s average price for regular unleaded rose one cent to $2.66 statewide (Cobb County included). EV drivers see charging rates steady at 39 cents per kilowatt hour in Georgia, while national averages remain at 38 cents per kilowatt hour. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit) partners with University of Georgia Extension to offer free, research-based gardening education for residents today. The program provides unbiased horticultural guidance designed to help community members grow their skills. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Cobb Superior Court transformed its courthouse on Jan. 9 into a classroom for 230 fifth-grade students from Eastside Elementary through a mock trial series. The event showcased community outreach by the Cobb Judicial Circuit. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health released inspection scores for Cobb County food services (Jan. 2 to Jan. 8) with scores ranging from 51 to 100. Local eateries in Marietta, Austell, and Kennesaw showed both high marks and areas needing improvement. Cobb County Courier
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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
A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.
~ Albert Einstein
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