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Marietta
Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County FD rescued abandoned bunnies and brought them to a fire station for temporary shelter today+ local crews are planning future placements for the animals. WSB-TV
- ➤ Longtime volunteers from west Cobb built an 18-by-40-foot deck at McKenna Farms Therapy Services in Paulding County to transform how families experience care. The project underscores local commitment to enhancing support services. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ At the 17th annual Northeast Cobb Community Egg Drop, kids hunted over 90,000 eggs that rained from the sky — a festive event that brought families together in Northeast Cobb. Marietta Daily Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Six Flags White Water in Marietta plans to hire 800 team members for roles such as lifeguards and food service. A hiring event was held on April 4 at 250 Cobb Parkway N while candidates can still apply online ahead of the park's opening on May 9. WSB-TV
- ➤ Cobb County has issued 42 new business licenses covering food, healthcare, consulting, and home services. The licenses, effective from March 30 to April 02, include several Marietta-based businesses and are set to boost local growth. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chattahoochee Tech in Marietta received a donation of two modern HVAC systems from YORK to upgrade its Air Conditioning Technology lab and offer students hands-on training in energy-efficient systems. The equipment will be used immediately to support career skill development in both residential and commercial services. Cobb County Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rachel Rogers, vice president of sports sales and engagement at Cobb Travel & Tourism, was named Sports ETA’s 2026 Woman of the Year at the Sports ETA Women’s Summit held alongside the NCAA Women’s Final Four; her work in sports tourism has boosted local economic impact. 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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