Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Morning Marietta.
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb County Courier features Luke, a 7-month-old male tabby/white domestic short hair cat from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter, encouraging readers to consider adopting him. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ The Cobb County Courier features Eva, an 8-month-old female shepherd from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter, promoting pet adoption. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Marietta, Georgia, schedules railroad crossing closures for CSX maintenance on December 5 and 6 to facilitate repair work at multiple locations. Cobb County Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Georgians starting businesses use the simplest same-day business insurance: Simply Business. They'll help you quickly compare coverage options online, with licensed agents ready to assist 24/7. Simply Business
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Morning Marietta.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Cobb County, the trial of Jerome "Jerry" Cox continues, accused of DUI and vehicular homicide for the death of 17-year-old Olivia Pugh, with police testimony and defense cross-examinations unfolding. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Matthew Charles McCullough, 36, was charged with public indecency for walking and touching himself inappropriately on a Marietta street. Marietta Daily Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Ballet is set to enhance its 2024 Nutcracker production with digital backdrops and live orchestra, alongside new festive activities, at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Marietta City Council debates removing Whitlock Avenue from the state route system due to dissatisfaction with its management. Marietta Daily Journal
- ➤ Tricia Pridemore, a Georgia Public Service Commissioner from Marietta, has been inaugurated as president of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners. Marietta Daily Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Peach Pass app users need to download a new version from the app store by Dec. 17 to avoid toll violations. 11Alive
-
The Georgia Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker
Experience the enchanting tale of Clara and her magical nutcracker in this beloved holiday ballet featuring original choreography and a live orchestra.
-
2024 Apple Annie Arts & Crafts Show
The Apple Annie Arts & Crafts Show features nearly 100 local artisans showcasing handmade items amidst a festive atmosphere, with various activities including a café, bake sale, and live music.
-
Annual Holiday Market of Arts and Crafts
Experience a festive indoor holiday market featuring over 100 local artists, with snacks, drinks, and a bake sale to benefit local charities.
-
38th Annual Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour
Experience the beauty of the holiday season by touring five lovingly restored private homes and various local landmarks in Marietta's Whitlock Avenue Neighborhood.
-
Easy Walk Along Chattahoochee River Loop
This event features a 3.2-mile easy, mostly flat walk along the scenic Chattahoochee River, attracting both hikers and bikers in a popular outdoor area.
-
Cobb County Holiday Artisan Market
The Cobb County Holiday Artisan Market at the Cobb County Civic Center features handmade goods, fine arts, musical performances, visits from Santa, and free kids crafts.
-
Ugly Sweater Block Party at The Brickyard
Celebrate the holiday season in style by wearing your most outrageous ugly sweater while enjoying a night of festive fun at The Brickyard in Marietta Square, featuring complimentary drinks and access to numerous bars and restaurants.
-
SPRAT Rope Access Training Course
The SPRAT Training Course offers comprehensive rope access training for all experience levels over a 40-hour period in Marietta, GA.
-
Community Exploration at Melt Yard - Marietta
This event invites participants to discover various activities, including food, art, shopping, and music, while connecting with neighbors in the Marietta Square area.
-
19th Annual Messiah Sing-Along at Kingswood Church
The Messiah Sing-Along is a festive musical event featuring the community singing cherished choruses from Handel's Messiah alongside vocal soloists and a chamber orchestra.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

What’s one of the best things you can do for your small business in just 10 minutes?
How about protecting it from a wide variety of financial risks? That’s where Simply Business can help. Readers, they can help find affordable coverages you may need in just minutes. All online, 24/7. Simply Business offers same-day coverage for most policies and their licensed agents can answer your questions on the phone.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Morning Marietta.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Morning Marietta
Morning Marietta is a community newsletter sharing current events in Marietta, Georgia. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Marietta community, and support local organizations. If you like Morning Marietta, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Marietta.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Marietta and across Georgia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Marietta community.
We help people in Marietta save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Marietta, about Marietta, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.
Subscribe to Morning Marietta
A free Marietta community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Morning Marietta. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://morningmarietta.com/sitemap