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Marietta
Friday, April 4th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day is a 3-month-old, 20 lb, neutered male tri color hound at the Marietta shelter on 1060 Al Bishop Drive — adopters should schedule appointments though walk-ins are welcome for pet visits. Cobb County Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new Woody’s CheeseSteaks restaurant opened on Church Street at the edge of Marietta Square, marking the chain’s fourth location. The restaurant serves its classic menu with sliced steak, grilled onions and a choice of cheeses—its patio seating is shared with an ice cream shop and a nearby park, and it opens at 11 a.m. daily with extended hours on Friday and Saturday nights. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chattahoochee Technical College will launch new aviation maintenance courses in its Airframe and Powerplant program this summer—students will gain hands-on skills for working in aviation. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ The Georgia School of Orthondontics announced a scholarship program worth more than $8 million—this initiative honors the late John Lewis. 11Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 3rd, the Cobb County Sheriff's Office was certified by KultureCity as a Sensory Inclusive agency after deputies finished specialized training—equipping them with sensory bags that include noise-cancelling headphones and weighted lap pads. Sheriff Craig Owens said the certification is designed to improve safety for people with sensory needs. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ An investigation found that injured first responders only received 66% of their regular pay—causing money problems for workers like Kimberly Van De Walker—while lawmakers introduced a bill to automatically boost benefits, and the Senate passed the change on April 2 with the House vote still pending. 11Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On March 27, Cobb and Douglas officials reported a $467,000 funding cut after the CDC rescinded over $11 billion in federal pandemic support, so they paused hiring for key positions. They are now seeking alternative funding as delayed projects—like expanding health services in South Cobb—might face postponement if further cuts occur. Cobb County Courier
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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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Cobb Senior Services Expo
10 AM – 2 PM — Cobb County Civic Center — Free admission — Explore senior services and enjoy health screenings and informative seminars.
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