Morning
Marietta
Monday, May 25th, 2026
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cairo is a 1-year-old, 12 lb black/tan terrier ready for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta. The shelter prefers that pet visits be scheduled (though walk-ins are welcome) to ensure a smooth experience. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Scouts gathered Saturday morning to place about 18,000 American flags on veteran graves at Marietta National Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day. The event honored veterans and showcased community pride — a fitting tribute as the holiday approaches. Marietta Daily Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 9,300 Cobb and Marietta students graduated in May, earning over $115M in scholarships as they ended the school year. The milestone signals a fresh start for many as they embark on new opportunities. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Today, Cobb and Marietta schools recognized their top 2026 graduates for academic excellence. Valedictorians & salutatorians were honored for their hard work and achievements at ceremonies across the counties. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Between May 15 and May 21, the Georgia Department of Public Health reported that many Cobb County food facilities, such as Little Caesars + Taco Bell in Marietta, scored 100 while others like Gourmet Cafe and Jinya Ramen Bar received lower scores. Cobb County Courier
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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
Man is condemned to be free.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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