Morning
Marietta
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Delta Air Lines announced Wednesday that customers with itineraries through March 30 can rebook flights through Hartsfield-Jackson with no change fees as TSA delays cause missed departures; travel must begin by April 6 (if remaining in the same cabin fare differences are waived). Fox 5 Atlanta
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Food & Wine Festival kicks off at Jim R. Miller Park today and runs through Sunday, offering unlimited beer and wine tastings, chef demonstrations, and a dedicated Kids Zone for family fun. Fox 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Life University inducted six students into its Lasting Purpose Chapter of the Mortar Board National Honor Society today, recognizing their strong academic achievements. The announcement reflects the university's commitment to academic excellence. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stormwater upgrades led to blocked parking and construction equipment on Marietta Square last week. City officials say the project aims to improve drainage & safety in the area. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Cobb County is allocating nearly $5.8M in opioid settlement funds to 10 local organizations, nonprofits & government agencies to expand treatment, prevention, housing and Narcan access. Officials say the funds will help residents get vital health support. Marietta Daily Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County officials approved a unique Habitat for Humanity project to build 36 mixed-income houses off Hiram Lithia Springs Road, with one-third dedicated to affordable homes and construction set to begin in 2027. Fox 5 Atlanta
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Atlanta Braves celebrate 60 years in the city as they open their home season today against the Kansas City Royals at Truist Park — pregame festivities begin at 4 p.m. on the Battery Atlanta, with first pitch at 7:15 p.m. by Chris Sale. WSB-TV
- ➤ Truist Park’s traffic plan remains largely unchanged from 2017 for today’s Braves home opener, so fans must buy parking in advance and enter the exact lot address into their GPS. Alternatives include a free shuttle from Cumberland Mall & a Marietta Park-and-Ride bus that drops riders near the stadium. 11Alive
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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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Noise Pollution: The AC/DC Experience
8-11 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Check for ticket pricing — Rock out to iconic AC/DC hits performed live by a dedicated band.
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To The Limit - Eagles Tribute
7 p.m. — The Drafty Dane — $ — Rock out to classic Eagles hits performed live by an incredible tribute band.
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Jazz at The Strand
4-7 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — $27-$67 — Celebrate the soulful hits of Ray Charles with vocalist Cleveland Jones and the Jazz Legacy Project.
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The Spongebob Musical - Youth Edition
2-4 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Check website for ticket prices — Dive into an all-singing, all-dancing adventure as SpongeBob and friends unite to save Bikini Bottom from disaster!
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