Sunday, April 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A June 6 article in the Atlanta Georgian reported that Belmont Dairy of Smyrna stopped selling milk in Atlanta after a year and arranged for the Pure Milk and Food Company to serve shoppers to avoid typhoid — a step recorded in early 20th century dairy notes. The piece also said the farm kept detailed cow family records to show how Smyrna’s dairy work once thrived — a practice that linked early health care with local business. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marietta City Schools officials and students celebrated earning a $25,000 state grant for literacy when a Super Bowl champion visited the district—highlighting the school’s strong focus on reading skills. The event marked a notable success in the district’s effort to boost literacy among students. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Barry Loudermilk reintroduced legislation on April 5 to raise the cash reporting threshold from $10,000 to $30,000 and index it to inflation—an effort aimed at reducing banks’ compliance burdens while still providing law enforcement with key data. The bill, supported by the credit union industry, will adjust the threshold to reflect the economic realities of today. Cobb County Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Georgia mom of five Karen Huddleston is training as a surgical technologist through Wellstar’s free Career Care program—covering tuition, books, fees, and job placement—and she completed her coursework in four months. During her first month of hands-on training she assisted in 60 surgeries and now aims to become a registered nurse. 11Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Atlanta Braves held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday for the new Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Park at Truist Park’s left field plaza, which covers over 30,000 square feet—nearly double the size of the former family area at Hope & Will’s Sandlot. The park now offers a mini baseball field, Blooper’s Clubhouse and a rock-climbing tower for families to enjoy. WSB-TV
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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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Flannel Nation - 90's Rock Tribute
9:30 p.m. — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience high-energy performances by Atlanta's top female-fronted 90's rock tribute band.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
April 26-27 — Decatur Recreation Center — $97+ — Elevate your game with top-notch shooting drills and offensive strategies.
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