Good morning, Marietta.

Kennesaw State University researchers launched a project using smart drones to guard peanut fields from wild animals at night and help reduce crop damage from hogs that cost farmers $150 million each year—supported by a $25,000 grant and led by professors Taeyeong Choi, Yan Fang and UGA economist Ford Ramsey—on June 21.

A local arborist shared recommendations to protect bees and other pollinators in the metro area — his advice urges residents to adopt safer gardening practices that support a healthy local ecosystem.

First Presbyterian Church of Marietta now offers a glass recycling option for local residents+ the program gives locals a simple way to safely dispose of glass.

On June 21, Cobb County Animal Services said a social media post exaggerating pet euthanasia numbers is not accurate.

Director Steve Hammond explained the shelter has faced overcrowding amid a tight economy but continues efforts to find homes for every pet — updated statistics back the agency’s claims — to reassure residents.

Smyrna resident Prashant Desai, who does not consider himself much of an athlete, will compete in the World Transplant Games in Germany—his transplant gives him a renewed lease on life.

The Braves placed reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale on a 15-day injured list Saturday for a fractured left rib cage after he felt pain during exercises Friday — manager Brian Snitker said there is no timeline for his return.

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.

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.