Good morning, Marietta.

Ziggy, a 1-year-old black/white pit bull terrier weighing 40 lbs, is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta.

Pet visits are preferably scheduled via the online booking service at 1060 Al Bishop Drive, though walk-ins are welcome.

Big Fat Vegan, a new plant-based restaurant run by a mother-daughter team, serves comfort food at 2110 Powers Ferry Road, Suite120.

It operates Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and plans to expand its menu and locations (investor support expected).

Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society Inc. is hosting a lecture at the Root House with Mary Wilson Joseph from the Georgia State Historic Preservation Office to discuss efforts to protect Black history sites.

Drivers in Marietta see gas prices holding at $3.62 per gallon today, as AAA reports global oil market uncertainty keeps crude in the mid-$90s; local prices in Cobb County mirror the state average (with minimal changes from last week).

The Georgia Department of Revenue will start issuing cash tax rebates in early May to eligible filers, with single filers receiving $250, heads of households $375, and married couples $500.

Residents can track their payment status on the state website.

The state environmental agency declared a Level 1 drought for Georgia and ordered water systems to run a public information campaign about water conservation — using ads, bill inserts, social media, and library notices.

Outdoor water use remains allowed unless systems receive a variance.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock & Roll/Country Party with BORN READY

9:30 PM — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience the energetic mix of rock, country, and dance classics with Atlanta's very own Born Ready.

Pool, Theater, and Golf Simulator Set This East Cobb Home Apart

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac and sought-after East Cobb, just moments from Sope Creek Elementary School and the scenic trails of the Chattahoochee National Recreation Area, this beautiful updated home offers both privacy and convenience and is one of the area's most desirable settings.