Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
Good morning, Marietta.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
To The Limit - Eagles Tribute
7 p.m. — The Drafty Dane — $ — Rock out to classic Eagles hits performed live by an incredible tribute band.
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.
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!
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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