Morning
Marietta
Friday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Adola is a 2-year-old female black domestic short hair cat weighing 7 lbs available for adoption at the Marietta shelter—Cobb County Animal Services invites scheduled visits while accepting walk-ins and asks that visitors call 770 499 4136 for help. Cobb County Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lockheed Martin announced that test results show the C-130J Super Hercules wing now lasts about 40 percent longer—reaching roughly 122,500 EFH instead of the earlier 90,000 EFH. The joint test with the U.S. Air Force and Royal Canadian Air Force confirms that the improved ESL center wing box will extend the aircraft's service life at the Marietta plant. Cobb County Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Maurice Hobson looked at the meaning of Juneteenth yesterday as people in Metro Atlanta celebrated with parades and panels — showing different ways to honor history — and explained why it matters. 11Alive
- ➤ Civil rights icon Andrew Young will sign his biography + memoir at Barnes + Noble at Avenue East Cobb in Marietta this Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. Fox 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County's Sprayberry grad Daniel Silva has earned a direct nomination and one from U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff to join the Naval Academy as a member of the Class of 2029—he will begin his training this fall. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Town Center Community Improvement District elected Britt Fleck as chairwoman and Michael Davis as vice chair to lead the board. Fleck, a general manager at Georgia Power with over 35 years of experience, and Davis, co-founder of D&G Development Group, are expected to guide future projects in the Town Center area. Cobb County Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Extreme heat is here — a Georgia Tech expert explains how to safely acclimate and stay hydrated — to help protect local residents from heat-related health risks. 11Alive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Freddie is a 3-year-old, 17-pound neutered male black/white shih tzu at Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta who is in need of a loving home. The shelter prefers visitors to schedule an appointment to see pets — walk-ins are welcome in cases of strays, lost pets, or animal reclaims. Cobb County Courier
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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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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.
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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.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance
7 p.m. — The Art Place — Free admission — Experience Shakespeare's whimsical tale under the stars with live music and outdoor theater.
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