Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb County Courier offers an interactive quiz that lets residents test their knowledge of local government acronyms & county programs while providing links for more details. The fun quiz is available as a weekend edition and via daily email. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Department of Transportation released an updated schedule for lane closures on I-285 and I-20 for a $1.2 billion interchange project starting Monday, May 11 through Sunday, May 18 (exact times may change due to weather). Cobb County Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Melanie Dallas of Highland Rivers Behavioral Health advises local residents to boost mental well-being during Mental Health Awareness Month by making small changes, helping others, and practicing self-kindness (reflecting the 'More Good Days, Together' theme). Cobb County Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, fans honored legendary Braves manager Bobby Cox, who died at 84, by gathering at his statue outside Truist Park — many left flowers and respectful notes to remember his legacy. 11Alive
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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.
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A1A - The Glover Park Concert Series
7-9 p.m. — Marietta Square Glover Park — No cost provided — Enjoy the official Jimmy Buffett tribute show with tropical tunes and good vibes.
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4th Annual Summer Sacks Full of Books Giveaway
12-4 p.m. — Milford Recreation Center — Free entry — Celebrate literacy with free books and author meet-and-greets for children grades K-12.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The creative adult is the child who survived.
~ Ursula K. Le Guin
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