Morning
Marietta
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Max is a 1-year-old male black labrador retriever available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta—potential adopters should schedule a visit online or drop in, and call 770—499—4136 if they have questions. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ A female flame point domestic short hair kitten, 8 weeks old and weighing 2 lbs, is available for adoption from Cobb County Animal Services located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta. Visitors are encouraged to use the online appointment system for pet visits, though walk-ins for strays and lost pets are welcome plus shelter staff are ready to assist. Cobb County Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Atlanta police found a woman shot to death on Easter Sunday in the woods near Marietta Boulevard NW and are asking if anyone recognizes the distinctive tattoos on her body — including an eye on her right wrist, a treble clef on her left wrist, and a bird with a flower on her left thigh — to help confirm her identity as she is believed to be Hispanic. Fox 5 Atlanta
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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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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.
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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.
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Kennesaw State Owls vs. Georgia Southern Eagles
6-10 p.m. — S. Walter Kelly Sr. Memorial Field — Cheap tickets available — Experience the excitement of a live baseball game between the Kennesaw State Owls and Georgia Southern Eagles.
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Yaarab Shrine Circus
May 16-25 — Jim R. Miller Park & Event Center — $10-$20 — Experience thrilling circus acts and family fun with carnival rides and live entertainment under the Big Top.
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