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Marietta
Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hendrix — a three-year-old male mastiff with grey and black short hair weighing 74 lbs — is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta. The shelter now prefers appointments for pet visits but welcomes walk-ins at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Alivia — a 2-year-old brown tabby domestic short hair — is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta where interested pet parents are encouraged to book an appointment to visit her at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Cobb County Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Acworth police and the FBI arrested a 17-year-old student Monday morning after receiving a SnapChat photo with a school shooting threat aimed at North Cobb Christian School on Eagle Drive — the suspect faces a felony charge and remains in custody. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Lucy McBath suspended her exploratory committee to run for governor — she said her husband was recently diagnosed with cancer and she will spend the next few months focusing on his recovery while continuing to serve in Congress. WSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Public Health released health inspection scores for food service locations in Cobb County—from restaurants to school cafeterias and hotels—covered by inspections conducted from March 21 to March 27. Scores ranged from a low of 65 to multiple perfect 100s, showing varying compliance levels across the sites. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Health officials in Georgia have warned that as flu cases drop, measles & whooping cough could pose a growing threat to local health. They continue to monitor the situation and urge residents to follow public health guidelines. Marietta Daily Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Bankrate study showed that in January Georgians needed to earn $101,448 a year to buy a home (nearly double the $60,000 required in 2020). The study also reported that the average monthly mortgage payment was $1,948 and the median home sale price was $368,900. WSB-TV
SHOP NEWS
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East Cobb-Marietta Rotary Club Meeting
7-8 a.m. | U.S. Bank - Jonathan Lyons | Free entry | Engage with local professionals and expand your network at this early morning Rotary event.
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Kennesaw State Owls vs. Jacksonville State Gamecocks
6-10 p.m. — S. Walter Kelly Sr. Memorial Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup while supporting a good cause.
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Atlanta Grappling & BJJ Championship
8 a.m. — Cobb County Civic Center — Registration fees apply — Compete in no-gi and gi divisions at one of the largest grappling tournaments in the world.
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NAGA Atlanta Grappling Championship for Teens & Adults
10 AM – 11 PM — Cobb County Civic Center — Registration required — Compete and showcase your grappling skills in this exciting championship event.
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BAND-X Pop/Rock Party Band
9:30 PM — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Enjoy a night of nostalgic hits from the 70s to today with Atlanta's favorite party band.
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Rob Platner Trio Live Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hunt House — Ticket info unavailable — Celebrate the Rob Platner Trio’s long-awaited album release with live music and special guests.
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Open House at Heathersett Park
2-4 p.m. — 382 Leisure Court, Marietta, GA — $260,000 — Discover a chic 3-bedroom townhouse with easy access to community amenities and local attractions.
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East Cobb-Marietta Rotary Club Meeting
7-8 a.m. — U.S. Bank — Free entry — Network with local professionals over coffee at the Rotary Club gathering.
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Kennesaw State Owls vs. Florida International Panthers
6-10 p.m. — S. Walter Kelly Sr. Memorial Field — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an exciting college baseball matchup while supporting your chosen cause.
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Atlanta Rhythm Section Concert
4-6:30 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — VIP Ticket Package available — Experience Southern Rock legends with hits like ‘So Into You’ and ‘Imaginary Lover’.
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