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Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
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Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fat Boy, a large gray/white domestic short hair cat, is featured as Cobb County Courier's Cat of the Day, signaling his readiness for adoption. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Lance, a sweet-tempered, large, tan/white Labrador mix, is the Cobb County Courier's Dog of the Day, awaiting a forever home from the Cobb Animal Shelter. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ The Cobb Chamber celebrated Public Safety Appreciation Week by honoring top public safety personnel with various awards for their exceptional service and acts of heroism in Cobb County. Cobb County Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A fight between two Fulton County inmates at Cobb County Jail resulted in one fatality, with the surviving inmate facing charges. Marietta Daily Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The William Root House museum in Marietta is offering a Victorian-era funeral exhibit through October, featuring period-appropriate decorations, a display of 19th century embalming equipment, and special flashlight tours. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The graduation rates for Marietta and Cobb school districts, along with the state, saw an increase in 2024. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Teachers of the Year from Cobb and Marietta school districts celebrated their contribution to education by unveiling their handprints at Glover Park's Teacher Walk of Honor. Marietta Daily Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The judicial emergency declared in Cobb County Superior Court has ended, and all legal deadlines and filing requirements have now resumed. Cobb County Courier
SHOP NEWS
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Chalktoberfest: An Artistic Celebration
Experience an enchanting weekend showcasing talented chalk artists, live music, delicious food, and craft beer at the annual Chalktoberfest in Marietta Square.
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Chapel Service with Rev. Mark Moss at Faith Lutheran School
Experience a spiritual and uplifting chapel service led by LHF development associate Rev. Mark Moss at Faith Lutheran School.
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Career Catalyst: Enhancing Your Resume Skills
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LIFE Leadership Weekend at Life University
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Cherokee Heights Arts Festival 2024
Experience a vibrant celebration of local artistry with over 40 artists, live music, local food, and family-friendly activities in Marietta's Cherokee Heights neighborhood.
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Marietta PAL Fall Festival Family Fun House
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Marietta Square Market: Plant and Artist Sale
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We CARE Veteran Benefit and Resource Fair
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Historic Landscape Preservation Fundraiser
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