Good morning, Marietta.

The Born to Be a Senior Charity Ride will take place on Saturday, June 28, with participants meeting at 11:30 a.m. at Williamson Bros.

BBQ on Roswell Road in Marietta and riding to Southern Devil Harley-Davidson to support Cobb County Senior Services + MUST Ministries Senior Food Programs, with live music and food to follow.

Roosevelt, a 1-year-old male pit bull terrier weighing 50 lbs, has been at the Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta and seeks a permanent, loving home.

The shelter prefers that pet visits be scheduled in advance—walk-ins remain welcome— and provides an online booking service for convenience.

An officer directing traffic on Highway 27 North near Ingles in Carrollton was hit by a car and taken to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta — police now ask drivers to avoid the area.

Cobb County Police identified Samuel Mills, 44, and Daphne Saddler, 38, in a weekend murder-suicide at 1158 Research Drive in Northeast Cobb after investigators found both bodies shortly after 10:30 a.m. on Saturday—police are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Artists, restaurants and creatives gathered for the monthly Art Walk on Marietta Square to showcase art and boost local sales—large crowds enjoyed creative displays and local flavors.

Marietta Superintendent Grant Rivera is asking the Board of Education to expand the Literacy and Justice for All program to include high school students—this move is expected to give more students access to enhanced literacy resources.

The proposal aims to strengthen learning and support for high schoolers.

On Tuesday, the state Supreme Court ruled that the Election Board went too far with new polling rules passed last year and overstepped its power.

Chief Justice Peterson said the decision—similar to the U.S. Supreme Court overturning the Chevron doctrine last year—limits future rulemaking to the legislature.

After a cyberattack earlier this year disrupted county online services, the Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved on Tuesday a network security administrator role to improve IT defenses—funding it at $44,662 for the rest of fiscal 2025 and $145,151 for fiscal 2026 while planning to fill the post within a few months.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Build Your Own Bouquet!

1-3 p.m. — The Avenue West Cobb — Free entry — Create your own custom bouquet with fresh flowers and explore our Pressed Flower Workshop.

First Taste and See Event

3-8 p.m. — Sweetie's Crab Shack — Ticket required — Experience an unforgettable evening with local wines, seafood delights, and live music.