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Marietta
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Biggie, a 2-year-old white Great Pyrenees from Cobb Animal Services, is available for adoption at the Marietta shelter at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Pet visits are preferred by appointment but walk-ins are welcomed; call (770) 499-4136 for more details. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ The 17th annual Northeast Cobb Community Egg Drop will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Apr. 4 at Sprayberry High School’s football field — a community event for local children and families. Marietta Daily Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Marietta High School alum Tamirah Dix died Saturday night in Puerto Rico after a zip-lining accident (she suffered a head injury that led to fatal seizures) and her family plans a vigil Saturday, April 4 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 545 Washington Avenue. 11Alive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ New tenants will soon open at East Cobb Station shopping plaza off Roswell Road, adding big names that promise more shopping options for locals. Marietta Daily Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Marietta-based Georgia Symphony Orchestra will host Jazz & Juleps, a Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser with live jazz and silent auctions (featuring fine jewelry, art, and more) at The Gardens at Brumby Hall on Saturday, April 18. Proceeds support the orchestra’s performances and music education programs. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ACAP Cobb & Cherokee will host a free educational program titled Introduction to Hospice & Palliative Care on April 16 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. EDT at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2881 Canton Road in Marietta, helping caregivers & families understand local care options. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Marietta Board of Education will consider giving bonuses to all district employees who did not receive state funds from the governor and Assembly this week—if approved, more staff could benefit from extra pay. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Emmanuel’s Village is a tiny home community planned on Cobb Parkway to house Marietta City Schools students facing homelessness for 12 to 18 months. The $3.2 million project, featuring 15 homes, a playground, and a repurposed community center, is awaiting a clear construction start date + final funding. Fox 5 Atlanta
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers should note that Cobb County DOT lists active road closures on Third Army Road for a water replacement project, on Lower Roswell Road for a safety improvement project, and on Old Floyd Road for a bridge widening project — please check updated travel plans as these projects remain in effect. Cobb County Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bella is a two-year-old tabby/white domestic short hair cat available at Cobb County Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta+appointments are preferred, although walk-ins are welcome. Cobb County Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Braves unveiled their new City Connect jerseys that honor the TBS Superstation era and feature a powder-blue design (with white Atlanta letters and a red outline reminiscent of old logos). The jerseys will be available at the Braves Clubhouse Store starting Thursday, Apr. 9. WSB-TV
- ➤ Nearly 500 runners joined the annual Noonday Shanty 5K/10K on March 28 in Kennesaw, with local winners Farris Gransberry and Beatrix Ohienmhen clocking fast times + the event supported green space improvements and qualifiers for the AJC Peachtree Road Race. Cobb County Courier
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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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Aladdin: A Magical Journey
4-6 p.m. — Marietta’s NEW Theatre in the Square — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Aladdin as he discovers magic, destiny, and the true essence of self.
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