Good morning, Marietta.

Zeus is a one-year-old male fawn/white shepherd with short hair and 60 lbs available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta.

The shelter now prefers scheduled appointments for pet visits—walk-ins are still accepted—so potential adopters should review the new guidelines before coming in.

On August 1, officers exchanged gunfire with a suspect during a SWAT standoff in Cobb County—authorities are continuing their investigation.

On Monday, July 28, 2025, a cyberattack targeted Conduent’s IVR system used for SNAP benefits—state officials deployed interim security measures and an investigation is underway to determine if any client data was compromised.

Historian Brad Quinlin will speak at four Cobb libraries on his research into African American soldiers in Sherman’s Army starting Wednesday, August 6 at 6 p.m. at Switzer Library—his talk and a traveling exhibit will show how 1,397 soldiers served, with additional sessions planned through November 3.

Marietta High School seniors covered the campus with toilet paper on Thursday evening in a long standing tradition that marks the start of the new school year — the custom has been practiced for several years.

Kennesaw City Council will vote Monday on a $1.67 million contract with Marietta-based C.W.

Matthews Contracting Co.—the lowest bid—to repair 28 streets, including parts of Duncan, Deerfield and Pinehill Drives. The council will also consider a residential project at 2785 Watts Drive that proposes eight detached single-family homes with two-car garages.

Emma is a 6-month-old female orange tabby at Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta who needs a loving home.

The shelter prefers appointments—walk-ins welcome for those interested in meeting her.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

39th Annual Marietta Art in the Park

10 AM - 5 PM — Marietta Square — Free entry — Explore fine arts, engage in crafts, and support local schools over Labor Day weekend.