Morning
Marietta
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Adoptable dog Asuzu, a 7-month-old female white Siberian Husky, is waiting at the Marietta shelter of Cobb County Animal Services. The shelter recently updated its appointment policy—preferring scheduled visits while still accepting walk-ins—and welcomes those ready to add a new furry family member. Cobb County Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bestselling romantasy author Kate Dramis will hold a conversation and book signing for her final release The Curse of Gods on Friday, August 30 at 1 p.m. at North Cobb Regional Library (books will be available for purchase at The Book Worm Bookstore). Cobb County Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported that Georgia gas prices remain steady at $2.91 per gallon with no changes from last week or last month. Prices are 38 cents lower than last year and below the national average of $3.15 per gallon, which offers relief to drivers. WSB-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School buses are rolling in Cobb County as students start the 2025-2026 school year with 112 schools opening their doors today. The district has deployed over 17,000 staff and expects roughly 105,800 students while new policies — such as revised public comment procedures and updated medication administration rules — will guide the academic year. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Tennessee football coach Derek Dooley announced he will run for the U.S. Senate in Georgia in 2026 to challenge incumbent Jon Ossoff after filing paperwork over the weekend. He is backed by Gov. Brian Kemp — his campaign said he will bring traditional Georgia common sense to Washington. Fox 5 Atlanta
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Dorie Saxon shared key wellness tips to help kids stay healthy as school returns, advising families to focus on balanced diets and regular sleep schedules. Her guidance offers essential support for a successful back-to-school season. 11Alive
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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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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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