Morning
Marietta
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tina is an 11 week old female tabby and calico kitten available for adoption at the Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta. The shelter encourages pet visits by appointment (walk-ins welcome) to ensure a smooth intake process. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Nickajack Elementary held its annual Fall Festival where the Pucker Up! Kiss the Pig event raised thousands for the school — students, teachers and families came together to support the fundraiser. Marietta Daily Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported that gasoline prices in GA fell two cents to an average of $2.79 per gallon while EV charging rates increased to 40 cents per kilowatt hour. Cobb County prices were recorded at $2.85 per gallon, 6 cents above the state average. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sprayberry High School students are learning STEM through an aviation program that started recently — and it will run through the school year. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Campbell High School celebrated Hannah Foy, a senior from Smyrna with Down syndrome, who became one of the first full varsity cheerleaders on senior night—her milestone approved by two coaches four years ago that has inspired acceptance throughout the school. Her achievement has united students and brought pride to the community. 11Alive
- ➤ Tritt Elementary School in Cobb County hosted its annual Girl-Powered Robotics Workshop to mark International Day of the Girl—over 70 young engineers learned robotic skills at the event. Marietta Daily Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MUST Ministries in Marietta has opened a new clinic offering affordable on-site health care for people in need (providing a critical service to local residents) and the ministry hopes this addition will improve access to essential treatment (supporting those with limited options). Marietta Daily Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, Phoenix, is a spayed female brown/white shepherd living at the Marietta shelter. The shelter now prefers scheduled visits (located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive) and pet owners can call (770 499-4136) for more details. Cobb County Courier
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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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Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Marietta’s NEW Theatre in the Square — $27.44 - $51.94 — Enjoy a hilarious battle of cons on the glamorous French Riviera.
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Annual Gem & Mineral Show
10 AM – 6 PM — Cobb County Civic Center — Free admission — A three-day extravaganza for rock and mineral enthusiasts with activities for the whole family.
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