Morning
Marietta
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Animal Services features Cyrus — a female white/black domestic short hair cat — now in shelter and available for adoption at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta with appointments preferred but walk-ins welcome. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ The Cobb County Courier names Thanos, a 1-year-old gold labrador retriever, as its Dog of the Day and he is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta. The shelter prefers (but does not require) appointments and welcomes walk-ins at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Cobb County offers a busy weekend with local events. Today, Marietta Square hosts comedy and Schoolhouse Brewing runs drag bingo and 90s trivia (check times), while Saturday and Sunday bring Puzzle Rush at East Cobb Library plus a coin show and wood art exhibition in Marietta (details vary). Cobb County Courier
- ➤ The Chattahoochee Nature Center and Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District have opened registration for the 14th Annual Water Drop Dash 5K. The race will take place on March 21 in the local community. Marietta Daily Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Engineers at a Cobb aerospace lab will send new technology into orbit that is designed to stop bullets in space, marking an innovative step in local research. WSB-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new 10-question quiz on Cobb transportation is set to launch tomorrow, inviting local readers to test and expand their knowledge of county roadways. The quiz is part of a daily feature now available on the main website, offering helpful links for further learning. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. John Albers (R, Roswell) is urging middle and high school students in the 56th Senate District to apply for the Senate Page Program, which offers a chance for students to gain firsthand experience in government. The program aims to nurture civic engagement among future leaders. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Marietta City Council unanimously approved several rezoning requests on Wednesday, including a plan for 20 townhomes (designed to revitalize Bells Ferry Road and reduce homeless encampments) during its meeting. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Marietta police unveiled a child-friendly interview room with a mural and creative details provided by high school art volunteers + art teachers, designed to ease young witnesses’ discomfort during interviews. WSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Frey Elementary fourth grader Beau Davis shows strength and resilience while battling cancer, inspiring his classmates and teachers with his bright smile and love of learning. Marietta Daily Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Marietta City Council is set to approve a rezoning request for a 43-home, single-family development on 10.9 acres at Wednesday's meeting, moving the project closer to construction. 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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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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Love Letters in Sound: A Piano Recital
7:30-9:30 p.m. — dk Gallery — Admission required — Experience a romantic journey through music that captures love and longing by great composers.
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Valentine's Day Surf and Turf Dinner
5-9 p.m. — Camps Kitchen and Bar — $45 per guest — Delight in an indulgent surf-and-turf experience featuring skirt steak and Maine lobster tail.
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Wycliffe Gordon: Hello Pops!
4-5:30 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — $30 to $70 — Celebrate the legacy of Louis Armstrong with a dynamic performance of beloved classics and original compositions.
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