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Marietta
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Isaac is a one-year-old male black/white American pit bull terrier at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta. The shelter recommends booking an appointment for pet visits (walk-ins welcome) to ensure a smooth process. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta features its Cat of the Day, Sky, a 1-year-old grey domestic short hair available for adoption; visitors may schedule an appointment online or walk in at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Teachers, children and families at Primrose School of East Cobb gathered at Sprayberry on East Piedmont Road to support a teacher battling cancer by raising $750. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ MUST Ministries is accepting donations for families displaced by the Concord Crossing apartment fire near Smyrna that killed three on Feb. 22. Donations can be brought to 1280 Field Parkway in Marietta Tuesday through Saturday, from 9 a.m.+5 p.m., to help furnish 12 affected apartments. Cobb County Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Yamaha is moving its U.S. headquarters from California to Kennesaw after Yamaha executives met with Gov. Brian Kemp in Tokyo; the relocation begins this year and will finish by 2028, and the firm also operates a 1.3 million sqft factory in Newnan (a key local asset). 11Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Metro Atlanta natives star in 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' at the Fox Theatre, where the magic runs through March 15. Naiya Vanessa McCalla and Adam Grant Morrison bring local talent and heartfelt energy — on stage that celebrates love, acceptance, and tradition. 11Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LGE Community Credit Union is accepting scholarship applications for its 2026 program through March 31, offering local students a chance to secure college funding. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Chairman Randy Scamihorn of the Cobb Board of Education has set a clear agenda to improve safety, academic excellence, and career pathways for local schools this year (the initiatives aim to expand opportunities in Marietta). Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FDA warns that Manila clams from the Lummi Indian Business Council may be contaminated with Norovirus, prompting a recall that impacts Georgia and several other states. Residents should stay alert for local health updates. 11Alive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This week in metro Atlanta, Marietta Proper will host a Shamrock Bar Crawl on March 14 — while Enzo’s at GTC Trilith Cinemas and La Semilla schedule an Oscar viewing party and a vegan cooking class. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In January 2026, home sales in Kell High School's attendance zone ranged from $207,000 at 404 Ridgetop Dr on January 13 to $733,000 at 1984 Credence Ct on January 14 using data from the Cobb County Tax Assessor. The report lists property addresses, sale dates, prices, and sqft. Cobb County Courier
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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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FLUXCAPACITOR Atlanta's Original 80's Tribute
9 PM — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Dance the night away to all the iconic 80's hits with Atlanta's beloved pop/rock party band.
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