Morning
Marietta
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers from Pay It Forward 2K19 and the South Cobb Lions Club removed 17 bags of litter from Cityview Drive and Six Flags Parkway ahead of Earth Day. The event allowed community members to exercise plus enjoy fresh air while keeping the area beautiful. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Cobb Young Professionals is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Next Generation Award that honors two emerging leaders in Cobb County. The winners will be recognized at the Marquee Monday event on Aug. 10 at the Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre, with nominations open until May 29. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Mia, a one-year-old black/tan Rottweiler, is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta — appointments for pet visits are preferred but walk-ins are welcome — so local families can consider a new companion. Cobb County Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ike's Cafe and Grill opens its new restaurant in Marietta today, offering West African cuisine to local diners—bringing a fresh taste to the Gem City. Marietta Daily Journal
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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
Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
~ Abraham Lincoln
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