Good morning, Marietta.

The annual Root House Plant Sale and Antique Market will take place on April 26 at the William Root House, 80 N.

Marietta Parkway NW (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and will offer house plants and antiques for local shoppers.

Joy is a 6-month-old spayed female blonde shepherd weighing 26 lbs at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta+ the shelter recommends scheduling an appointment online for pet visits while walk-ins are also welcome.

State representative Devan Seabaugh pleaded guilty to traffic violations after hitting a cyclist on Memorial Drive last August — he said he was sober and blamed missing signage for the bike lane while accepting responsibility for the incident where no one was seriously hurt.

Piedmont Church and the Rotarian Club of Marietta will host their annual Easter Sunrise Service this Sunday at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.

The outdoor service will allow community members to gather early in the morning to celebrate Easter.

Attorneys for 17 international students from Georgia colleges asked a federal judge in Atlanta to block ICE from terminating their visas, arguing that minor infractions like dismissed traffic violations should not end legal status.

The hearing was held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Russell Federal Building and a protest was organized at 12:30 p.m. at Kennesaw State while the lawyers planned a press conference outside the courthouse.

On April 9, District Attorney Sonya F.

Allen unveiled a new mural at Cobb’s renamed RedBud Blossom Family Justice Center to honor National Crime Victims Rights Week. Partner organizations and local community members painted the 14 ft by 10 ft mural on March 29 to symbolize hope and renewal—ideas reflected in the redbud tree chosen for its early spring bloom.

Una is a 4-year-old female tabby cat at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta who weighs 7 lbs and needs a loving home—shelter staff ask that potential adopters schedule an appointment or visit as walk-ins.

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.

Cobb Senior Services Expo

10 AM – 2 PM — Cobb County Civic Center — Free admission — Explore senior services and enjoy health screenings and informative seminars.

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.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

April 26-27 — Decatur Recreation Center — $97+ — Elevate your game with top-notch shooting drills and offensive strategies.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Georgia Mineral Society Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show

10 AM - 6 PM — Cobb County Civic Center — Free admission — Explore a vast array of minerals, fossils, and jewelry at this annual gem show with fun activities and prizes.

Mother's Day Canoeing Experience

Introduction to canoeing — All day — Chattahoochee Nature Center — $25 general public/$12.50 members — Celebrate Mom with a fun paddling experience for all skill levels.