Morning
Marietta
Saturday, June 7th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Courier selected Lucca — a 10-month-old male tan/black German shepherd now at Cobb Animal Services Shelter in Marietta at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. The shelter prefers appointment visits but welcomes walk-ins for lost pet recovery or owner surrenders. Cobb County Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews are investigating an unmanned boat circling Lake Allatoona on Thursday to determine if someone fell in—officials said they are checking the scene for evidence. 11Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Descendants of Matilda Ruff will gather for a Juneteenth dedication at Matilda’s Garden at 10 a.m. on June 14 near the Silver Comet Trail Concord Road Entrance by the Concord Covered Bridge. Great-granddaughter Tanyah Cotton will deliver the keynote address and Congresswoman Lucy McBath will offer special remarks as part of the event. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ This week, the Cobb County Planning Commission approved a subdivision of 114 senior living homes in southwest Cobb — the project now moves to the Board of Commissioners for final review. Marietta Daily Journal
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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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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Mon, Jul 7–Wed, Jul 9 — Life University — $97 entry — Enhance your ball handling and scoring skills at this high-intensity youth basketball camp in Marietta.
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