Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
Good morning, Marietta.
The Cobb County Courier offers a fun quiz today on its website featuring headlines from the week ending Fri, Feb.
27 that tests your knowledge of local events + history. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to receive the daily quiz via the Courier newsletter.
Since January, the American Red Cross of Georgia has aided over 2,300 people after responding to more than 600 home fires; the group urges residents to take simple fire-safety measures to help prevent future disasters.
Cumberland Mall has set a curfew for anyone under 18 amid concerns of another teen takeover, with 11Alive's Chase Houle reporting live outside the mall today.
Melissa Cantrell has been named the new chair of Cobb Chamber and will lead with a small business lens.
Her passion for design, which began at age 11, is set to fuel local business development.
Cobb County issued 48 new business licenses last week, mostly to restaurants & beauty shops in unincorporated areas, signaling ongoing growth in small businesses.
The licenses also cover contractor support and personal care services.
South Cobb Regional Library will host Maker Madness: Keepsake Boxes at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Mar.
25 for tweens, teens, and adults to craft keepsake boxes during National Craft Month. Check the library schedule for more spring events.
Marietta resident Glenn Gray (98) endowed a $700K nursing scholarship for KSU’s Wellstar School of Nursing to honor his late wife and son; the gift will help over 1,000 students complete their programs amid a local nursing shortage.
Ariela Vega, a junior at Cobb Innovation and Technology Academy, became the first female student to win the state HVAC competition at the Georgia World Congress Center — outpacing statewide competitors in technical skill and problem-solving while inspiring peers to consider technical careers.
The Senior Citizens Council of Cobb County and the Alzheimer’s Association will cohost a free event on Friday, Mar.
13 at Piedmont Church in Marietta + Zarine Bacon Harris will share insights on 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s as preregistration is required.
January 2026 home sales data from the Cobb County Tax Assessor shows properties in the Campbell High attendance zone sold for between $120,000 and $1,830,000, with sale dates from Jan.
2 to Jan. 30 (details include property address, sale price, and square footage).
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.
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.
Ñejo Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — The Mayan — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of vibrant music featuring Ñejo, La Duraca & Champion Sound.
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.
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.
Run With a Longhorn 5K
8 AM – 12 PM — Kell High School — Supports the Kell High School Band program — Participate in this Peachtree qualifier and run with the community spirit.
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