Morning
Marietta
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tony, a male cream Siberian husky from Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta was featured as the Courier’s Dog of the Day; he is 2 years old and weighs 63 lbs. The shelter recommends scheduling an appointment online (available 24/7) while still accepting walk-ins for pet visits. Cobb County Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A photography exhibit by Mark Albertin is on display at North Cobb Regional Library until January 9 and features striking monochrome images of the Okefenokee Swamp and other Georgia treasures—readers can join a public reception on November 1 at 1 p.m. with a panel discussion starting at 2 p.m. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, 150 high school students from nine counties competed in a construction skills contest at the Cobb Civic Center in Marietta, testing their abilities in trades like carpentry, cabinetmaking and electrical + other areas. Two hundred additional students observed and engaged with professionals to learn more about construction careers. Cobb County Courier
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fifteen metro Atlanta women were stranded at Hotel Riu Reggae in Montego Bay when Hurricane Melissa’s 185 mph winds cut flights and power—forcing them to stay in their rooms since they arrived Oct. 22. Resort staff handed out bag lunches while guests barricaded themselves indoors—though the hotel continued to charge for their stay. 11Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia authorities confirmed that SNAP benefits for November will be on hold until the government shutdown ends—existing EBT balances remain available for use. Local organizations are ready to help families access food resources if delays persist. 11Alive
- ➤ Kennesaw State associate professor Austin Brown is leading a data analysis project that reviews recidivism records and measures the effectiveness of intervention programs using a $62,000 DJJ grant—he will present the Annual Recidivism Report to lawmakers and stakeholders to guide policy decisions while giving graduate students practical experience with real-world data challenges. Cobb County Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ E.A. Sween is recalling nearly 128,000 pounds of pulled pork sandwiches because plastic may have contaminated the product during manufacturing—produced between Jan. 13 and Oct. 15, consumers are advised to discard or return them. Cobb County Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta is offering a spayed female torbie kitten, six month old and weighing 6 lbs, for adoption — pet parents can visit the shelter at 1060 Al Bishop Drive by appointment or walk-in. 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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The goal is not to read more books. The goal is to gain more wisdom.
~ James Clear
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