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Saturday, January 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Cobb County Courier highlights Duke, a 2-year-old male black domestic short hair cat, as Cat of the Day, encouraging adoption for a lasting pet partnership.  Cobb County Courier
  • Smoky, a 1-year-old male Great Pyrenees, is featured as Cobb County Courier's Dog of the Day from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter, awaiting a forever home.  Cobb County Courier
  • Water service has been successfully reinstated for all affected residents following a water main break on Piedmont Avenue.  11Alive
  • Derrick Hayes, the owner of Big Dave's Cheesesteaks, faces further challenges as a burst pipe results in flooding at one of his restaurant locations.  11Alive
  • Marietta police confirmed that Demarcus Benton was found safe on Friday morning.  Marietta Daily Journal

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Candace Torrence, an elementary teacher from Marietta, was selected for the Georgia Teacher Policy Fellowship.  Marietta Daily Journal

HEALTH NEWS

  • Marietta issues a boil water advisory after a water main break on Lawrence Street causes dangerously low water system levels.  WSB-TV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Guardians of the Jukebox: 80's Double Header

    Experience the ultimate 1980s time machine at Guardians of the Jukebox, featuring music and entertainment from the iconic decade.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • Dancing with the Stars of Marietta: 10th Anniversary Fundraiser

    The event features local community celebrities showcasing their dance talents in a competitive fundraiser at the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Addison Elementary Family STEM Night

    Families can engage in hands-on STEM activities that promote curiosity and learning at this community event hosted by Addison Elementary.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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