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Marietta
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blue, a 3-year-old neutered male grey domestic short hair cat, is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta (located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive). Walk-ins are welcome, though appointments are preferred for a smoother visit. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Nutmeg is a 2 year old terrier with white and black fur now available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta. Appointments are preferred, though walk in visits are welcome to help manage staffing. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced today that 26 graduating Cobb seniors were named 2026 Georgia Scholars, recognizing their academic excellence. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wellstar Kennestone is rolling out its new yellow tower in Cobb County with 155 private rooms including NICU and specialized neuro and cardiac care units—this expansion will reduce wait times and improve care with new technology as it opens on a rolling schedule this month. WSB-TV
- ➤ Kennestone Hospital in Marietta will add a new tower to boost pediatric beds for its smallest patients, with construction expected to begin soon. WSB-TV
- ➤ Wellstar Cobb Medical Center’s NICU shared tender Easter photos on April 3, showing newborns and dedicated nurses celebrating with little festive touches — a moment that warmed families despite the hospital's routine challenges. Cobb County Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County approved a mixed-income housing development in Powder Springs on March 17 — the project by Habitat for Humanity and Brock Built will include both affordable and market-rate homes, with groundbreaking set for fall 2027. Cobb County Courier
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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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