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Marietta
Friday, June 6th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds braved the rain Wednesday evening to celebrate the grand opening of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams off Marietta Square and enjoy free ice cream and merchandise—drawing a large local crowd. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Suez is an active Siberian husky, 8 months old and weighing 48 lbs, at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta—he needs a loving home. The shelter invites pet lovers to schedule an appointment or drop in at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Cobb County Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Cobb County man was hospitalized on May 20 after passing out from extreme heat when his Delta flight lost air conditioning on the tarmac near Savannah. Delta said they will cover his treatment costs and review cabin conditions to prevent future problems + officials continue to examine the incident. Fox 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was shot on Moreland Ave on June 5th and police taped off the gas station while investigators looked into the incident—reporters also saw officials at the nearby McDonald’s. WSB-TV
- ➤ Homeland Security Investigations arrested 12 people on Wednesday at a Cobb County nail salon for allegedly working unlawfully—violating federal law intended to protect fair labor and public safety. 11Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County’s historic Concord Covered Bridge reopened after a van struck a protective beam near Nickajack Creek on June 5—county officials said the driver ignored warning signs. The span, built in the mid-1800s and renovated in 2017, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Cobb County Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lenny is a 9-week-old male orange tabby kitten at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta — available for adoption. The shelter prefers scheduled appointments for visits while walk-ins are accepted. Cobb County Courier
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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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