Good morning, Marietta.

After nearly nine weeks of volunteer work, Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta dedicated a Women Build home (the final build of 2025) to Police Service Representative Makailah and her family in Marietta on Thursday.

The team logged 4,141 hours and Makailah will soon close on an affordable mortgage.

Cobb Sheriff Craig Owens and his executive staff delivered thousands of toys to several Mableton schools Saturday as part of the fourth annual Santa On Wheels toy drive (a holiday effort to bring cheer to local students).

More than 100 wreaths were placed on veteran tombstones at Kennesaw City Cemetery Saturday afternoon as city and county officials, servicemembers and local Scout troops joined volunteers to honor those who served.

Cobb Collaborative + Cobb Community Foundation held their 32nd annual Human Services Awards Luncheon to honor local leaders serving the community, celebrating individuals and organizations that support human services initiatives.

Cobb County issued 53 new business licenses to companies in unincorporated areas last week, with licenses dating to Friday, Dec.

12. The list excludes city-issued licenses, highlighting continued business growth in the local region.

The Cobb County Courier expanded its weekend transportation quiz to 10 questions on Dec.

13; residents can now take the quiz on the main website (learn more via provided links).

GDOT posted a new lane closure schedule for I-285 and I-20 for the West Interchange Project, starting Monday, Dec.

15 through Friday, Dec. 19 in Cobb & Fulton counties. Holiday work restrictions mean no closures from Dec. 23 to Dec. 26 and Dec. 31 to Jan. 2.

Based on data from the Cobb County Tax Assessor site, October home sales in the Kell High School zone ranged between $225,000 at 951 Wooten Lake Rd and $688,354 at 492 Fescue Ct — the report, published early December, organizes transactions by sale date and square footage.

The Cobb County Tax Assessor released October home sales data for the Lassiter High attendance zone, with prices ranging from $340,764 to $1,400,000.

The finalized report was published in early December *guiding local buyers*.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.