Morning
Marietta
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ DoorDash is expanding its test pilot of a portable benefits savings program to Georgia so Dashers who earn at least $1,000 in the first quarter can open a new Stride Save account in April and receive a deposit of 4% of their pre-tip earnings — the pilot will run through July. Gov. Brian Kemp said the new program brings positive news for hardworking Georgians. WSB-TV
- ➤ Flock Safety, a Georgia tech firm, opened its 97,000-square-foot drone facility in Smyrna on Wednesday—Gov. Brian Kemp and company leaders attended the ribbon cutting. The company will create 210 jobs over the next three years and invest $10 million to produce drone tools that aim to improve public safety. WSB-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Vinings woman was indicted on vehicular homicide and DUI charges—she is accused of causing a fatal wreck in March. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ A Regions Bank teller in Smyrna, Stephanie Rose Kilbert, was charged with theft after video evidence showed her withdrawing $8,000 from an elderly customer's account through multiple transactions between Oct. 3 and Nov. 4—she allegedly knew the victim's age during the withdrawals. WSB-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marietta Parks, Recreation, and Facilities will offer Play-Well TEKnologies LEGO camps this summer at Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center to teach children ages 5 to 12 STEM skills through hands-on LEGO building projects. Multiple camps run from June into July—beginning with Adventures in STEM on June 9 and ending with Radical Rides 2.0 on July 7—and cost between $175 and $215, with registration now open. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Professor Dana Hermanson from Kennesaw State was named one of two 2025 AAA Presidential Scholars and will speak about broadening the impact of accounting research at the association’s Annual Meeting in Chicago. His work on fraud, corporate governance, auditing and accounting education has been cited over 20,000 times — a key factor in his recognition — cementing his influence in the field. Cobb County Courier
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials said that two new sections of the Chattahoochee River opened today—giving residents immediate access for outdoor recreation—while more details on usage and maintenance will be shared later. 11Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Atlanta Braves bought Pennant Park—a 34-acre office complex with 2,700 parking spaces just a 10-minute walk from Truist Park—to expand their presence near The Battery Atlanta. The team has not yet shared its plans for the new property. WSB-TV
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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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Northeast Cobb Community Egg Drop
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Sprayberry High School — Fun for the whole family — Experience the excitement of a helicopter dropping thousands of eggs for a lively egg hunt.
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