Morning
Marietta
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents at a Cobb County apartment complex have not seen trash pickup for months while still paying a $25 monthly fee, and the leasing office announced the service would resume tonight though residents continue to remove their own trash and seek refunds. WSB-TV
- ➤ Titus, a 1-year-old male cream pit bull terrier (46 lbs) is available for adoption as Dog of the Day from Cobb Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta. Appointments are now preferred (walk-ins are welcome) to ease staffing and visitor flow. Cobb County Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A car lost control after a medical emergency and crashed into a parked vehicle and the wall of Solar Slice Pizza in Marietta, delaying the shop's reopening while a truck belonging to its shift manager caught fire the next day. WSB-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Georgia jumped nine cents per gallon to reach $2.78 after shipping delays in the Persian Gulf disrupted fuel supply, AAA said. Refineries now switch to a costlier summer blend + demand rises ahead of spring travel. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 1,400 Cobb middle and high schoolers attended Cobb Future Fest 2026 at the Georgia Army National Guard Base to explore future education and career paths + the event offered hands-on learning experiences and local guidance. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ A group of 10 elementary students from five Cobb schools won a state championship in the FIRST LEGO League Challenge and will head to the world championships soon. The team is preparing to represent their local community internationally. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MARTA will boost bus service on busy routes starting April 18 and set up MARTA Reach, a ride service for low-ridership areas launching March 7 that costs $2.50 per ride, marking its largest change in decades. Riders can learn route changes at info sessions and trip planning tools. 11Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health released inspection scores for Cobb County food services (including Marietta spots) for Feb. 20 to Feb. 26. In Marietta, Paradise Grille earned an 85 while other local eateries scored between 80 and 100. Cobb County Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ January 2026 home sales in the Hillgrove High School zone reached a high of $1,300,000 at 2540 APPALOOSA TRL and a low of $360,000 at 2284 TREE ARBOR WAY SW, based on Cobb Tax Assessor data. The report covers January transactions for buyers + sellers. Cobb County Courier
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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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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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