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Marietta
Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cobb County Library Foundation launched an online store today to boost fundraising for library programs + it gives community members a new way to support local library services. Marietta Daily Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Davis Chapel Cemetery on Veterans Memorial Highway near South Gordon Road in Mableton is a historic site with grave markers dating to 1855, cared for by local volunteers, & features a mix of 19th-century marble markers and modern flat plates. It offers a peaceful resting place for many local families. Cobb County Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cobb County Courier has launched its weekend quiz+ inviting Marietta residents to explore county government and its departments. The free, ten-question quiz runs on Saturdays and Sundays with links provided for answer review. Cobb County Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The October home sales report in Wheeler High zone reveals sale dates from Oct. 3 until Oct. 31 with home prices ranging from $218,000 at 1194 Ashborough Dr Unit J to $1,625,000 at 443 Langley Oaks Dr (data from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site). Cobb County Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Braves star and local restaurateur Dale Murphy missed induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame on December 7, 2025, after earning six of 12 required votes — while Jeff Kent was enshrined with the full quota. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Kennesaw State football will face Western Michigan in the Myrtle Beach Bowl on Dec. 19 at Brooks Stadium in Conway, S.C. The Owls earned their berth after a thrilling 19-15 win in the CUSA Championship game — a dramatic, last-minute victory. Fox 5 Atlanta
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Sleighbells on the Square 5K
8-10 a.m. — Marietta Square — Registration fee applies — Embrace the holiday spirit at the 24th Annual Sleighbells on the Square 5K, 1K & Tot Trot.
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3 Redneck Tenors: Christmas SPEC-TAC-YULE-AR
7:30-9 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a festive musical celebration with a mix of classic holiday songs and humorous spoofs.
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The Nutcracker
2-3 p.m. — Jennie T. Anderson Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Clara's adventure in this enchanting ballet with live music.
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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
8:45 p.m. — The Wimbish House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by the Magnolia String Quartet under candlelight.
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Georgia Ballet - The Nutcracker
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Jennie T. Anderson Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical winter wonderland with The Nutcracker, featuring stunning choreography and Tchaikovsky’s music.
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Holiday Movies at The Strand: It's A Wonderful Life
11:00 a.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Ticket details not provided — Enjoy the heartwarming classic 'It's A Wonderful Life' with popcorn and drinks.
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White Elephant Christmas Run
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Etowah River Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate Christmas Eve morning with a fun family-friendly run, sporting your best or ugliest holiday attire.
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Homegrown Winter Jam Featuring Funk Cake and Davis & The Love
8-9:30 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the vibrant sounds of Funk Cake and Davis & The Love at this lively winter jam.
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Champions - A Celebration of Queen
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience iconic Queen hits including 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'Somebody to Love'.
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