Morning
Marietta
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marietta Police Department reported a power pole broke yesterday, shutting down a street and prompting drivers to use alternate routes (as repair crews worked to fix the issue). WSB-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County issued 47 new business licenses between April 12 and 19, covering contractors, consultants + a new restaurant in Marietta. The move will help expand local services and support various business sectors. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Austell Elementary will host a kindergarten orientation on Wednesday, May 6 from 5:00 PM — 6:00 PM. Parents must RSVP online. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Cobb PARKS announced a summer camps schedule for kids and teens featuring arts, theatre, recreation, tennis, gymnastics, nature, and therapeutics programs that will run from June through July at various local facilities. Families must register with required participant details and payment information to secure a spot. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marietta residents can test their knowledge of local government with the Cobb County Courier’s quiz, available in the free daily newsletter with a weekend edition on Saturdays and Sundays. The quiz offers answer links to help learn about county departments (and their functions). Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Marietta City Council donated new American flags to every school in the city to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dental professionals in metro Atlanta are treating patients for free off the clock to provide care for those without insurance, and more details on clinic times will be shared soon (exact locations remain unconfirmed). 11Alive
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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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