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Marietta
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Louie is a 6-month-old tri-color beagle available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services (1060 Al Bishop Drive) in Marietta; walk-ins are welcome though appointments are preferred. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Marietta-based MUST Ministries recently celebrated a donation from Kroger + vendor partners to open two Neighborhood Pantries in Atlanta that will provide essential support to local residents. Marietta Daily Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A ransomware attack has disrupted online payment systems in Marietta — local cybersecurity teams are working to restore access. WSB-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Georgia rose by six cents per gallon this week and hit $2.74 in Cobb County - AAA said higher oil costs and refinery work are to blame. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers approved House Bill 1193, the Georgia Early Literacy Act, on Feb. 16 to boost reading skills with more literacy coaches and revised kindergarten policies. The bill, which may hire over 1,300 new coaches, will move through the session (cost details pending). Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb County Water System reported a 330-gallon wastewater overflow on Feb. 13 near Marietta; no further details have been shared about cleanup efforts. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Yesterday, Cobb County held a ribbon cutting ceremony to open a new treatment courts facility in Smyrna (at 3830 S. Cobb Drive, Suite 125) that unites Mental Health, DUI, Drug Treatment, Family, and Veterans Court programs; the center has already graduated over 1,500 participants. Cobb County Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ McEachern High School area home sales for December 2025 from Cobb County Tax Assessor’s data show homes sold for prices ranging from $190,000 to $721,083 at various addresses. The report organizes sales by attendance zone so locals can easily see trends by neighborhood. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Home sales in the Wheeler High School zone in December 2025 show a top sale of $2.4M at 3615 Paper Mill Rd and a low sale of $172k at 1816 Ashborough Rd Unit E — the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s report lists sale dates, prices and square footage. Cobb County Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia native Elana Meyers Taylor won her first Olympic gold medal in the women's monobob at the 2026 Winter Games, a milestone for the local athlete. 11Alive
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Who Killed the Love Interest? Murder Mystery
7-8:30 p.m. — A Better Today Books & Boutique — All ages welcome — Solve a murder mystery and enjoy a night of fun and literature with fellow book lovers.
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Mothers Finest Concert
8:00–10:00 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying funk and rock fusion of Mothers Finest.
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Atlanta Symphony Orchestra - Stutzmann Conducts Beethoven
8 p.m. — Atlanta Symphony Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Atlanta Symphony debut of acclaimed Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes performing Beethoven's powerful concerto.
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Tritt Trot Fun Run
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Elizabeth Porter Park & Sprayground — Entry fee varies — Join in the community spirit with a 5K and 1-mile Fun Run for all ages in Marietta.
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Ñejo Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — The Mayan — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of vibrant music featuring Ñejo, La Duraca & Champion Sound.
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GSO Cinema Classics: The Magic of the Movies
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting music of Hollywood's greatest films at this special concert event.
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In-Person Job Fair
1 AM – 12 PM — Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest — Free entry — Meet employers face-to-face and explore exciting career opportunities.
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