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Marietta
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Marietta bookkeeper Claudia Patricia Angulo has been charged with payroll theft for allegedly taking $46,167.68 from Tile Media Properties—doing business as The Tile Doctor—while employed since November 1, 2023. Marietta Daily Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Book Worm Book Fest will return to Powder Springs from April 28 to May 3 with a week of literary events hosted by The Book Worm Bookstore, the City, and Cobb County Public Library. The festival will feature an all-day event on May 3 at Thurman Springs Park—starting with a Character Parade at 9:30 a.m. and including a One Book, One City discussion at 6 p.m.—and will include panels, readings, and a keynote by best-selling children’s author Breanna J. McDaniel. Cobb County Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A county-wide job fair was held yesterday at the Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway—attended by representatives from Kennesaw, Smyrna, Acworth, Town Center Community, Powder Springs, Marietta, Austell, Mableton, and Cobb County with no pre-registration required, and participants were told to be interview-ready. Cobb County Courier
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 14 the Cobb County Water System reported that an estimated 1,750 gallon wastewater sewer overflow occurred—officials have not released additional details. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kemp signed new tax cut and rebate bills that will lower Georgia’s income tax rate — meaning residents will pay less in 2025. 11Alive
- ➤ On Tuesday, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed bills that authorize surplus tax rebates for eligible taxpayers—those who filed both 2023 and 2024 returns by the May 1 deadline, who are not listed as dependents, will receive $250 if filing single, $375 if filing as head of household, or $500 if filing jointly, with refunds sent by direct deposit or check within six to eight weeks after processing 2024 returns; the payments are not taxable under state law. 11Alive
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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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80's Pop/Rock Tribute - Flux Capacitor
9:30 p.m. — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Dance the night away with Atlanta's Original 80's Pop/Rock Party Band performing all the iconic hits.
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Macaron Class: Brewery Baking Experience
Macaron Class — a hands-on culinary adventure — Schoolhouse Brewing — Craft beer available — Master the art of French macarons while enjoying the brewery ambiance.
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