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Marietta
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marietta's Cobb County Animal Services Shelter features a grey tabby cat aged 2 available for adoption at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Appointments are preferred, but visitors without one are welcome and pet visits can be scheduled at (770) 499 4136. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ More than 2,500 Cobb County students live without stable housing; about half stay in hotels, according to the Center for Family Resources. Fewer than 10% of qualifying families receive help & the nonprofit is working with the Marietta Housing Authority to secure more support. WSB-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marietta and metro Atlanta offer a busy weekend full of live comedy, outdoor markets, and art festivals. Comedy on the Square is at The Alley Stage today and the Plant Sale & Expo will run April 17 to 18 at Jim R Miller Park. Fox 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ KSU is opening its first-ever research facility — the Robin and Doug Shore Innovation Center on the Marietta campus next week. The center will study cybersecurity, food security, digital healthcare and traffic communication. WSB-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trees, shrubs and lawns across Cobb County are suffering under a severe drought as parts of East Cobb enter extreme conditions with high fire danger warnings and advisories to water carefully. Local weather experts say relief could take months and urge residents to adjust irrigation practices. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marietta City Council approved Arthur Blank’s women’s soccer headquarters site plan & finalized a land swap on Wednesday so the project can move forward locally. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Public Library partners with Vision To Learn to offer free eye exams and glasses (for children ages 5–18) at mobile clinics during summer break. Appointments, including one at Switzer Library in Marietta on Monday, June 1, require registration due to high demand. Cobb County Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Mulan, a 3-year-old German shepherd featured by Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta, is ready for adoption. Pet visits are made easier with appointments scheduled online and walk-ins welcome at 1060 Al Bishop Drive (Marietta). Cobb County Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marietta Mayor Steve 'Thunder' Tumlin visited Marietta High School's girls soccer match on Senior Day Tuesday to cheer on the team and promote Arthur Blank's upcoming community initiative. Marietta Daily Journal
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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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Marietta Rotary Club Meeting
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — Engage with local leaders and enjoy community networking at the Rotary Club meeting.
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Georgia Mineral Society Mother's Day Show
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Cobb County Civic Center — Entry fee applies — Celebrate Mother's Day with an exploration of stunning minerals and gems.
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Brunch With Rosie Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Third Door — Cost not specified — Enjoy an engaging live performance by the indie rock trio Brunch With Rosie in Marietta.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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