Morning
Marietta
Sunday, July 20th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Several Kroger locations in metro Atlanta closed early today (customers are advised to check local hours), causing unexpected schedule changes for shoppers. 11Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marietta-based Georgia Symphony Orchestra announced that Rebecca Strojan Weaver became board chair effective July 1 — a change from Michael Knowles — and Music Director Timothy Verville signed a two-year contract extension to lead the group through the 2026-2027 concert season. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marietta City Schools introduced a Big Blue Bus this week to help close accessibility gaps — officials hope the bus will make it easier for students and families to reach school services. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb County School Board voted 4—3 to stop broadcasting public comments at its meetings, saying board members worry that online ridicule and doxxing keep citizens from speaking up. The board will keep its current afternoon and evening sessions so that people can share their views directly. 11Alive
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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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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.
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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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Sara Hells and Olivia Barnes Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Enjoy a night of music with independent artists from Georgia and beyond.
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Comedy Show Featuring Tammy Pescatelli
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the brassy humor and sharp wit of a hard-working female comedian.
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