Morning
Marietta
Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brian Rutledge, assistant chief of the Marietta Fire Department, said today that a secret support program helps firefighters care for each other — a quiet effort that shows the team's dedication. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Stormy is an 11-month-old female black/white American pit bull terrier housed at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta—potential adopters can schedule an appointment online as walk-ins are welcome. Cobb County Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Marietta Police apprehended a man hiding in a trash can in Meeting Park on Friday morning & he is now in custody. Marietta Daily Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Georgia Milestones results released Friday show that Marietta City Schools improved reading in most grade levels while Cobb and state schools posted modest declines—indicating local progress amid regional challenges in the 2024–2025 school year. Marietta Daily Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ UGA’s Becky Griffin invited Georgians to join the Pollinator Census to help conserve insect habitats. The census began on August 8+ and aims to strengthen efforts to protect pollinators locally. 11Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jeremy Holland was sworn in as Marietta’s new postmaster yesterday at City Hall. He will oversee retail and delivery operations at three carrier and finance facilities, three finance offices and two carrier annexes — managing 417 employees who serve 167 city routes and 44 rural routes. WSB-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Jen Pawol will make her MLB umpire debut for the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in Cobb County during a game against the Miami Marlins. The historic event marks a step forward for women in baseball—local fans in Marietta are expected to support her as she faces the traditional challenges of the sport. Cobb County Courier
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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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