Morning
Marietta
Friday, June 27th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Better Today Books + Boutique in Marietta has launched a summer reading program for families running from June 25th to July 25th. Owner Dr. Viola Lanier picked a list of engaging books and the store will host daily reading sessions for kids during business hours. WSB-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Marietta fire crews responded Monday night to arson fires at Atlanta Luxury Motors on Cobb Parkway South where two pickup trucks burned and at Unlimited Auto Group where three vehicles were damaged; the Georgia Arson Control Board offers up to $10,000 for tips on a man seen walking on Cobb Parkway and asks anyone with information to call 770-794-5458 or 1-800-282-5804. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marietta City Council approved $1.39 million in grants for local arts, culture & tourism organizations on Wednesday during its committee meetings. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Eric Pinckney from Integral updated The Take on demolition progress at the former Wellstar AMC site and said redevelopment plans are facing community pushback—local residents voiced concerns about the site's future. 11Alive
- ➤ Cobb County will hold public hearings on its proposed FY 2026 budget at Board of Commissioners meetings on July 8 at 9 a.m., July 16 at 6:30 p.m., and July 22 at 7 p.m. The $132.5 billion plan, which boosts employee costs by over $49 million from last year, recommends steady millage rates and staff raises of 2 to 5% — with only a few new positions planned. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Public safety expert Shannon Torres said that new Georgia mandates under Ricky and Alyssa’s Law will soon require every public K-12 school to have panic buttons, digital maps & mental health hires. 11Alive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Arlow is a 1-year-old neutered male brown tabby/white domestic short hair featured as Cobb County Courier's Cat of the Day and is available for adoption in Marietta. Cobb County Animal Services recommends scheduling appointments for pet visits though walk-ins are welcome and is located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive, with phone help available at (770) 499-4136. Cobb County Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marietta public safety officials are preparing for MLB All-Star Week as the game nears; Mike Plant, president and CEO of the Braves Development Company, said they are 'ready to go' + teams will work together to ensure a secure event. Marietta Daily Journal
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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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