Good morning, Marietta.

Marietta's Cobb County Animal Services Shelter has featured Archie, a 2-year-old neutered male American pit bull terrier, as the Dog of the Day in need of a loving home.

Visitors may meet him by walk-in or appointment at 1060 Al Bishop Drive.

Cobb County Courier Quiz launches Part 2, inviting local residents to test their knowledge of business history, local government, and economic facts today.

The interactive quiz encourages research + fun learning using provided source links and background details, offering a fresh look at the county’s business landscape.

Georgia gas prices jumped 15 cents to $3.92 a gallon this week as rising oil costs and global tensions drive higher fuel costs statewide.

Cobb County now averages about $3.97 per gallon, and AAA warns drivers to expect further fluctuations.

This school year, Cobb County School District will expand its K9 detection program to all high schools by using 16 specialized dogs to randomly search for hidden explosives and firearms.

Officers say the effort builds trust as students can pet the dogs + enhances school safety.

Health inspection scores for Cobb County food services are now available after inspections from July 17 to July 23.

The Georgia Department of Public Health recorded scores ranging from 75 to 100 for several venues including Meet Bowl in Marietta.

Cobb County received a $15.6 million share of opioid settlement funds and approved $5.8 million in March for 10 community organizations to boost treatment, prevention and recovery services — additional grant rounds are scheduled for future cycles.

Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center opened its new neonatal intensive care unit, moving 44 babies into the expanded unit that now cares for 47 infants in 49 private rooms + six couplet care spaces designed for mothers and newborns.

Annie the Musical

3-6 p.m. — Marietta’s NEW Theatre in the Square — Tickets available — Enjoy a heartwarming story filled with hope and dreams through the eyes of an optimistic orphan.

Annie

3-7 p.m. — Marietta’s NEW Theatre in the Square — Tickets from $122 — Experience the heartwarming tale of Annie live on stage in Marietta.