Morning
Marietta
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta has featured Tlaneci, a 5-month-old female white shepherd as Dog of the Day. The shelter welcomes walk-ins and appointments and offers an online booking service (available 24/7) for those looking to meet this potential new family member at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Cobb County Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre at 117 North Park Square in Marietta will hold auditions for Jukebox Giants: Disco Fever! on April 7 and April 9. The event gives local performers a chance to join an upcoming production. Marietta Daily Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Georgia enjoy lower fuel costs today as the state gas tax suspension brings relief, but high oil prices and busy seasonal demand may soon push prices higher. AAA reported an average cost of $3.58 per gallon for regular gasoline throughout the state. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia National Guard reopened the renovated South Cobb Readiness Center in Marietta last Friday; the 38,000 sqft facility upgrade cost $11 million with state + federal funds and now serves as headquarters for both the 78th and 781st Troop Command Detachments. WSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health released food inspection scores for food service facilities across Cobb County (including several Marietta spots) from March 20 to March 26. Results ranged from 73 to 100, with local places like Saratoga Event Group scoring 93 and Zaxby’s earning 91. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ A study by the Atlanta Women’s Foundation shows that metro Atlanta families face rising mental health struggles from high housing costs, limited childcare, and poor healthcare access. The findings will guide new grant programs to support local organizations — especially areas with service shortages. 11Alive
- ➤ Community members and hospital staff got an early look at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center’s new Yellow Tower on Sunday, ahead of the facility’s planned opening. Marietta Daily Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Canoeists, kayakers and paddleboarders can compete for over $5K in prizes at the Georgia Rivers Paddle-A-Thon, a competition designed to encourage exploration of local waterways; further details on timing and location will be announced soon + locals are invited to join the event. Marietta Daily Journal
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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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