Good morning, Marietta.

Cobb County-based Home Depot announced on Wednesday that CEO Ted Decker is taking a temporary medical leave – three executives will manage his duties until his expected return in a few months.

Residents can test their knowledge of the Town Center area in Part 2 of a local quiz that covers details like local culture, economic landmarks, a university, an airport and multi-use trail & background links, sparking curiosity about their community.

Personnel at Dobbins Air Reserve Base are conducting routine training exercises this week that may cause extra noise in nearby neighborhoods; officials say the 94th Airlift Wing will send emergency alerts if an incident develops.

Cobb County DOT reports active road closures including bridge widening on Old Floyd Rd, sewer work on Townpark Dr, and lane updates on Due West Road, with similar projects on Canton Road, Gordy Pkwy, Lower Roswell Rd, Shallowford Road, and South Gordon Road affecting drivers throughout the county in 2026.

On Wednesday the Cumberland Community Improvement District board voted unanimously to apply for a $2 million federal grant that will fund a new visitor center near local attractions.

The project is set to boost community amenities and drive future development.

Metro Atlanta veterans will soon test GLP-1 drugs as a treatment for alcohol use disorder.

The clinical trial, set for later this month, will compare the drug’s effects with current therapies — potentially offering new options for patients.

Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta features Moechi, a one-year-old male white and brown tabby cat ready for adoption.

Pet visits are welcome by appointment or walk-in at 1060 Al Bishop Drive.