Morning
Marietta
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta lists Caramel, a 7-month-old female brown shepherd, as available for adoption—visits are by appointment with walk-ins welcome at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Farmers markets across metro Atlanta bring fresh produce, homemade jams and local crafts to your community this summer. In Marietta, the Marietta Square Farmers Market operates Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 41 Mill St. + nearby markets in Acworth, Smyrna and others offer seasonal finds and local flavor. 11Alive
- ➤ Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day—Fat Man—is a 10-week-old male tabby/white kitten weighing 3 lbs now available for adoption from Cobb County Animal Services at 1060 Al Bishop Drive in Marietta. The shelter now prefers appointments for pet visits but accepts walk-ins and offers online booking and a phone number 770-499-4136 for inquiries. Cobb County Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Andre Dickens held a live press conference giving an update on a deadly mass shooting on Edgewood Ave that took place this past weekend—officials say the investigation is underway. 11Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pearson Middle School hosted the Back To School Book Bag Giveaway and Health Fair on July 28th, 2025 — over 800 students received school supplies from the Braves Foundation and Chick-Fil-A. Lions Clubs conducted nearly 200 vision screenings as Summitt Pediatrics offered hearing and other tests while families also received complimentary haircuts, hygiene items, and diapers. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Rising Mabry Middle School 8th-grader Logan Richardson saved his grandmother's life and was recognized as a hero — he is known for being helpful and kind at school. Marietta Daily Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Metro Atlanta faced dangerous heat on Monday and continues to experience sweltering temperatures today with heat index values expected to top 110°F. Officials have opened cooling centers in several communities + doctors advise residents to rest, seek shade, and stay hydrated. Fox 5 Atlanta
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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
We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.
~ Winston Churchill
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