Morning
Marietta
Friday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A male grey/white domestic short hair kitten, aged 8 weeks and weighing 2 lbs, is now available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta. Shelter visitors are encouraged to book an appointment for a smoother visit + walk-ins are welcome. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ In early July, the Center for Family Resources hosted its Client Achievement Awards Night to honor families overcoming homelessness and food insecurity by celebrating key milestones such as 32 households gaining employment and 481 individuals securing stable homes — awardee Kelley Scott shared her journey from crisis to success after finding permanent housing and publishing her first book, underscoring the organization’s 65-year legacy of help. Cobb County Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 13-year-old boy shot Monday afternoon on Padgett Drive in Cobb County died after doctors said he had a 1% chance to survive (police arrested three juveniles charged with aggravated assault amid family claims the shooting may have been planned). WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congress recognized a former Cobb officer who died saving a family with a posthumous award—lawmakers said his sacrifice reflects a commitment to public service. The recognition marks an effort by Congress to honor his heroic actions. WSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rich’s Ice Cream recalled nearly 110,300 cases of ice cream bars due to possible Listeria contamination, with affected lots 24351 through 25156 sold in several states including Georgia— the recall began on June 27 and the FDA issued a Class II classification on July 17. WSB-TV
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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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Friday Night Spades & Card Party
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Luckey's BBQ Place — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of spades, card games, delicious BBQ, and great company.
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POParazzi & Heroes of Hope Concert
9 PM — Dixie Tavern — $10 cover — Experience high-energy pop and rock hits from the 80s to now with Atlanta's female-fronted band POParazzi.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.
~ Greek Proverb
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