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Marietta
Sunday, October 5th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A large crowd gathered at the Cobb Senior Wellness Center today for the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Cafe Social House—an event marked by speeches from owner Gloria Smith and local officials. The new restaurant will offer fresh meals to seniors and the public and is expected to add a valuable resource to the community. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Seniors at Conners Senior Village reported broken alarms, unsafe repairs, and neglect that risk their health — prompting the mayor to step in. City officials will review repair records soon to improve living conditions. 11Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday marked what would have been Channel 2 anchor Jovita Moore’s 58th birthday, and her memory lives on through a $25,000 scholarship fund—managed by the National Association of Black Journalists—to help students study broadcast journalism. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia DOT released on October 4 an updated schedule of lane closures for the I-285/I-20 West Interchange project affecting overnight lanes from October 3 through October 10 and detailed detours for October 15 and October 17 in Cobb and Fulton counties — drivers should expect delays and check for weather-related changes. Cobb County Courier
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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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Marietta HarvestFest
9 AM – 5 PM — Marietta Square — Free entry — A family-friendly festival with crafts, contests, and Halloween fun awaits everyone.
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Comedy on the Square
8 p.m. — The Alley Stage — Ticket prices may vary — Experience world-class comedy with top-tier talent in an intimate setting that promises nonstop laughs.
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Atlanta Tango Social Grand Opening
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM — Academy Ballroom Marietta — Learn tango basics before enjoying a classic Buenos Aires milonga under the guidance of Horacio Arcidiacono.
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Weekly Comedy Open Mic Night
7-10 p.m. — The Alley Stage — $5 entry — Experience a night of non-stop laughter with a diverse lineup of comedians.
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Halloween Celebration at Glover Park Brewery
2-11:55 p.m. — Glover Park Brewery — Kid and pet friendly — Celebrate Halloween with brews and festive fun at the brewery.
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