Marietta Local News – Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

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Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ The Marietta Country Club's 1915 Invitational Pro-Am event raised $65,000 for Extra Special People, a charity supporting those with disabilities. Marietta Daily Journal
➤ Amos, a 3-year-old neutered male American pit bull terrier, is featured as the Cobb County Courier's Dog of the Day, highlighting his need for a forever home. Cobb County Courier
➤ The Cobb County Courier featured Prada, a 3-year-old female tabby available for adoption at Cobb Animal Services, encouraging responsible pet adoption. Cobb County Courier

ACCIDENTS NEWS

➤ A family became homeless after a fire destroyed their home one day before Christmas Eve. 11Alive

BUSINESS NEWS

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CRIME NEWS

➤ Cobb Police detained several individuals following a fight at Cumberland Mall on Sunday night. Marietta Daily Journal

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ Georgia's gasoline prices held steady at $2.91 per gallon this week, with potential increases anticipated as the Christmas season approaches. Cobb County Courier

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ The Marietta Police Department announces a restructuring with Major Jake King appointed as the third deputy chief to enhance training, performance, and community service. Cobb County Courier

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Cobb County food service facilities, including restaurants and cafeterias, received health inspection scores ranging from 80 to 100 during the week of December 13 to December 19, 2024. Cobb County Courier

HISTORY NEWS

➤ The WWII Bell Bomber plant transformed Marietta into a key employment hub and spurred the construction of South Cobb Drive. Cobb County Courier

MARIETTA EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

Solution Revolution Debut Performance at Dixie Tavern

Solution Revolution will perform a diverse set of Rock and Pop music spanning from the 1970s to contemporary hits at Dixie Tavern.

Fri, 12/27/24

Friday, December 27th, 2024
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New Year Intention Setting and Meditation Session

This event offers a reflective space for participants to set intentions for the upcoming year while engaging in meditation.

Sat, 12/28/24

Saturday, December 28th, 2024
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MARIETTA REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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MARIETTA JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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MARIETTA ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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