Morning
Marietta
Sunday, June 8th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Park and state leaders held a ribbon cutting Saturday afternoon as Paces Mill reopened for public use—welcoming local visitors back to the park. The event marked the official reopening after repairs and updates. 11Alive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Croft—a 17-year-old from Woodstock who had just started racing—died in a fatal boating accident on Lake Allatoona. 11Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marietta city employees gathered at Fire Station 51 for the annual Lawn Luau+ the picnic celebrated their service and offered staff a chance to relax. Marietta Daily Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coco Gauff, born in Atlanta, won her first French Open title on Saturday when she defeated top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka 6-7, 6-2, 6-4. The win marked her second major championship and showed her skill on clay. 11Alive
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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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