Morning
Marietta
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wiggles is a 2-year-old female tortoiseshell domestic short hair cat weighing 8 lbs now housed in the Marietta shelter—Cobb County Animal Services welcomes visitors for adoptions at 1060 Al Bishop Drive with appointments preferred but walk-ins accepted. Cobb County Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An overturned tanker truck carrying ammonium nitrate caused an evacuation and road closure—impacting Highway 5 and Tyree Road. 11Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marietta City Schools announced it will provide free summer meals for children through the Seamless Summer Option program — a plan that will have meal sites open during summer break. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wellstar Health System filed a Letter of Intent to build a 230-bed hospital in Acworth on Cobb Parkway to meet growing health needs and will submit a Certificate of Need application by June 23—officials also plan to form a community advisory council for local input. Fox 5 Atlanta
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Stacker compiled a list of Georgia's top Class of 2026 football recruits using data from 247Sports. The report shows 5-star players like Tyler Atkinson—who has offers from Georgia, Ohio State, and Clemson—and local talent from Marietta with many college options. WSB-TV
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Virtual Senior Living Awards Tour
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — 2299 Goodrum Ln, Marietta, GA — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living communities recognized for their exceptional care and vibrant activities.
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East Cobb-Marietta Rotary Club Meeting
7-8 a.m. — U.S. Bank-Jonathan Lyons-Mortgage Loan Officer — Free entry — Network with local leaders in a community-focused breakfast event.
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Lavender Festival 2025
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Barrington Hall — Free entry — Celebrate the return of this beloved annual festival with arts, crafts, and local wellness products.
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East Cobb-Marietta Rotary Club Meeting
7-8 a.m. — Rotary Club (East Cobb-Marietta) — Free entry — Connect with local professionals and enhance community networking opportunities.
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Open House at 166 Fender Walk
12-3 p.m. — Marvelle Townhomes — Free entry — Tour an immaculate 3-bedroom home inspired by coastal charm and enjoy light refreshments.
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East Cobb Rotary Club Meeting
7-8 a.m. — U.S. Bank-Jonathan Lyons — Free entry — Engage in networking and community building with local professionals.
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Possum Trot 10K and Fun Run
In-Person Race: 7 a.m. — Chattahoochee Nature Center — Registration required — Participate in a fast and fun 10K while supporting local environmental education programs.
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Open House at Sibley Forest
1-4 p.m. — 3648 Sope Creek Farm SE — Free entry — Explore a beautiful retreat with access to nature trails in a desirable community.
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