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Marietta
Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb Collaborative hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new Little Free Library at Ford Elementary School. The event celebrated efforts to boost literacy and strengthen community partnerships. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day is Angel, a 2-year-old spayed female grey tabby domestic short hair housed at the Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta. Visitors can meet her by scheduling an appointment or walking in as the shelter has updated its pet visitation procedures. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Hyacinth—a female white/black Siberian husky from Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta—is ready to join a new family. The shelter now prefers adopters to schedule visits while still welcoming walk-ins to help manage staffing. Cobb County Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday before 5:30 a.m., deputies closed both directions of Interstate 20 near the Riverside Drive exit in Cobb County after a deadly pedestrian crash—officials have not yet identified the pedestrian or announced when the road will reopen. Fox 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Akeela Clarke, 19, was shot and killed by a co-worker early Friday morning at Walmart, leaving her family heartbroken. 11Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ford Elementary School in Acworth has been recognized as a Military Flagship School. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On October 1, 2024, the IRS extended tax filing relief for individuals and businesses in Georgia affected by Hurricane Helene—taxpayers who qualify may file federal returns and payments until May 1. The Georgia Department of Revenue issued a similar extension on October 3, allowing qualified state filers the same deadline. 11Alive
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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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Rotary Club Networking Event
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — Connect with local professionals and build your network in Cobb County.
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Ray Howard Band: Earth, Wind & Fire Experience
8-9:30 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — VIP packages available — Experience the vibrant tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire's timeless musical legacy.
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