Morning
Marietta
Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Harley is an 11-week-old grey domestic short hair kitten who weighs 2 lbs and needs a loving forever home—she is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta. Cobb County Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Marietta authorities are offering a reward of up to $10,000 for tips on Monday night's arson at two used car dealerships on Cobb Parkway—damage to vehicles occurred without injuries and investigators are looking for the suspect seen near both sites. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Marietta police arrested Terence Boone outside Dobbins Air Reserve Base around midnight on June 4 when airmen detained him after finding him under the influence with multiple weapons and bags of narcotics in his car—he now faces charges for methamphetamine trafficking, possession of cocaine and marijuana, and firearm offenses. WSB-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Across metro Atlanta and North Georgia, many Fourth of July events will be held in 2025—featuring parades, live music and fireworks. In Marietta, Fourth in the Park at Marietta Square will include a parade, arts and crafts, concerts and a kids' zone on July 4. Fox 5 Atlanta
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County is launching a new paramedic training school at Cobb Fire’s Training Center after county commissioners approved the program Tuesday night—this joint effort with MetroAtlanta Ambulance Service will help fill a shortage of advanced emergency responders. The course, which costs $650 compared to $6,500 elsewhere, will enroll Cobb firefighters first and later allow other municipal personnel when space permits. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ The Marietta Fire Department received two new fire trucks with advanced technology and 32 sets of upgraded gear after labor and material shortages delayed their delivery; the trucks arrived in early June — and they will start service in July to replace a third of the fleet. WSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wellstar and MCG rolled out a statewide telehealth network yesterday to help rural hospitals deliver specialty care—preventing costly patient transfers. 11Alive
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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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Back to School Cobb Talent Showcase
10 AM – 1 PM — Jim R. Miller Park & Event Center — Free entry — Show off your talents at this fun community event and shine bright before school begins.
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