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Marietta
Friday, April 25th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Copper, a neutered male white/brown terrier from Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta, is the Dog of the Day noted for his 7-month age and 30-pound build. The shelter now prefers appointments (walk-ins are also accepted) to better manage pet visits. Cobb County Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lily Biscan, an assistant trainer at DC Stable LLC in Blue Ridge, was kicked in the head by a horse last week and suffered a severe concussion, compressed skull fracture, busted eardrum, and some hearing loss—she was flown to Erlanger Trauma Center in Chattanooga and moved out of the ICU on Easter to continue her recovery at home with her family. WSB-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three new locally owned restaurants have opened in metro Atlanta offering quick meals for busy customers. Cocina de la Tia in Marietta serves home-style Mexican food with handmade tortillas—while Buckhead and Little Five Points provide Mediterranean and diner options. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Julian Richardson was arrested after following residents into three Cobb County apartment complexes to steal packages—he is now in jail facing charges for six burglaries that began in January. WSB-TV
- ➤ Marietta police are searching for an 85-year-old man who left his home in a dark blue Toyota Camry—his whereabouts remain unknown. 11Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Marietta Fire Department Museum shows our fire service history from 1854 to today—active firefighters lead tours that display vintage trucks and gear like the 1921 American La France Pumper—and lets visitors learn about local heroism. 11Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb Department of Transportation and the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority announced that sections of Stilesboro Road will close beginning May 6 for water line work—drivers in Marietta should follow posted detour signs. Local motorists are advised to allow extra travel time during the closure. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Stilesboro Road near Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park will close on May 6 for work on an underground water pipeline. The closure will happen in three phases—first from Gilbert Road to Old Mountain Road, then from Old Mountain Road to the visitor center drive in early August, and finally from Old 41 Highway to the visitor center drive in late September. Cobb County Courier
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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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Grease Live Performance
4 AM – 1 PM — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the lively rock ’n’ roll musical Grease on stage with iconic songs and nostalgic fun.
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