Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Officials announced that the pedestrian bridge linking Cobb Galleria Centre — Cumberland Mall reopened on July 8 after a $2.1 million renovation that included painting, sandblasting, and enhancements; elevator modernization is expected to complete by Friday.
The bridge opens in time for MLB Capital One All-Star Village festivities at the Galleria from July 12-15, with the game at Truist Park scheduled for 8:00 p.m. on July 15.
Jade is a three-month-old female tabby/calico kitten sheltering at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta—located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive—and she is in need of a permanent loving home.
The shelter prefers that visitors schedule appointments for pet visits while walk-ins are welcome if there is no conflict.
A 10-year-old east Cobb boy was reunited this week with the firefighters and paramedics who saved his life.
Marietta pet lovers can meet Bria, a female brindle/white Anatolian shepherd available for adoption at the Cobb County Animal Services shelter.
The shelter prefers scheduled appointments (walk-ins are welcome) to help manage visits, so future adopters should plan ahead.
🚧 Accidents
Cobb Police said kids were rescued from a hot car in Cumberland when the temperature reached 87° outside — the car's interior hit 117° making it dangerous.
🚨 Crime
On June 4, officers rescued a little boy and girl from a car at Cumberland Mall when temperatures reached 117 degrees—afterward, a Snellville man was charged with two counts of felony child cruelty for leaving them alone, with his bond set at $10,000 before his release.
🌲 Environment
Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County will host free pollinator counting sessions at nine demonstration gardens on August 22nd and 23rd — families will spend 15 minutes watching pollinators and reporting their findings for conservation research.
A free webinar led by Becky Griffin on pollinator ecology is set for Tuesday, August 12th at 7:00 p.m.
🎉 Marietta Events
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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.
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.
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.
Cobb County International Film Festival
10 AM – 9 PM — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Check event website for details — Discover diverse independent films and engage with filmmakers at this annual celebration.
East Cobb-Marietta Rotary Club Meeting
7-8 a.m. — Rotary Club (East Cobb-Marietta) — Free entry — Network with local professionals over breakfast and share community insights.
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