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Marietta
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta broke ground Thursday and dedicated land for its 2025 Women Build home for a Marietta public servant—marking a key step for the nonprofit's local housing effort. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Julep is a 9-week-old tan and black shepherd puppy housed at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta where adoption appointments are preferred but walk-ins are accepted. Interested adopters may visit 1060 Al Bishop Drive or call (770) 4994136. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Today, Cobb County residents can attend the grand opening of Café Social House at the Senior Wellness Center on Powder Springs Street at 11:30 a.m. — they can also participate in Cobb Cybersecurity Day at the Civic Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., join the Make-A-Wish 5K at Marietta Square at 8 a.m. on Saturday, attend Truck-A-Palooza in Kennesaw and a free Smyrna birthday celebration with live bands, and finish the weekend with The Ultimate 90s Experience concert with Method Man in Mableton at 7 p.m. Sunday. Cobb County Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A device left charging sparked a fire that forced six Cobb businesses to close—officials said an investigation is underway. WSB-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Keep Cobb Beautiful is hosting its annual Household Hazardous Waste Event on Saturday, October 18 from 9:00 am — 1:00 pm at Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road SW in Marietta. Residents must register in advance to drop off items like automotive fluids and cleaning products to help reduce local waste. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marietta City Council is reviewing a proposed ordinance to regulate public gatherings and protests—a measure intended to set clear rules for demonstrations. The council's decision will determine how future public protests are managed locally. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Georgia voters must update their registration by Oct 6 so they can vote in the fall’s statewide Public Service Commission and municipal elections. They can update online via the secretary of state's website—mail-in applications are also accepted, and a special election is set for Nov 18 to replace Sen. Jason Esteves following his resignation. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Cobb County replied to local complaints about overgrown grass along county roads, noting that heavy storms from April through June delayed mowing schedules and extended service intervals from one to two weeks to two to three weeks. The county's DOT team of 30 workers, which covers 5,000 miles of roads, will catch up by October—using digital tools to track progress—despite a limited budget. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Cobb’s recommendation for its next police chief could soon appear before the Cobb Board of Commissioners — ending months of speculation about who will lead the department. The decision may bring new direction to the police force. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 4-5, the Georgia Two-Day Walk for Breast Cancer will bring 700 participants to Cobb County to walk 30 miles and raise funds for screening, diagnostics and treatment assistance. The event is held at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel — its new venue — and Cobb Galleria Gardens to support breast health programs. Fox 5 Atlanta
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A male grey tabby domestic short hair kitten aged 8 weeks is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta at 1060 Al Bishop Drive—appointments are preferred but walk-ins for lost or stray pets are accepted. The shelter advises that online booking helps manage staffing for smoother visits. Cobb County Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Atlanta United soccer officials cut the ribbon on Tuesday at their Marietta training facility as part of a $25 million expansion that increased the space to 50,000 square feet. The upgrades raise overall investment from Arthur Blank and his family of businesses to $90 million—and add a new gym, extra training areas for first team and academy players, plus a state-of-the-art studio. Cobb County Courier
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Georgia BMX Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 2025
2-4 p.m. — Camps Kitchen and Bar — $61.60 — Celebrate the latest inductees into the Georgia BMX Hall of Fame at this annual ceremony.
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Music in the Park
4-6 p.m. — East Cobb Park — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of live music from local duo Rusted Melody in a community setting.
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90's Rock Tribute with B4Y2K
9:30 PM — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience the energetic sounds of 90's rock with B4Y2K at Dixie Tavern.
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Chalktoberfest 2025
12-5 p.m. — Marietta Square — Free entry — Experience the creativity of chalk art in the heart of Marietta with the annual Chalktoberfest.
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