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History June 11, 2025

Marietta in 1847: Mr. Root could cure ANYTHING!

By Larry Felton Johnson The William Root House is a landmark in Marietta, an antebellum house near Marietta Square, built by druggist and merchant William Root. Root moved to Marietta…

Railroads June 8, 2025

1840: Report from Marietta on progress of Western & Atlantic Railroad

By Larry Felton Johnson The Western & Atlantic Railroad played a large role in the development of what became metro Atlanta. It was formed to build a state-owned railroad from…

The comedy and drama mask behind curtains

Theatre June 1, 2025

Marietta’s Theatre in the Square hopes to raise $250K by year-end

By Mark Woolsey Marietta’s Theatre in the Square is turning ten years old this year-and it’s marking the occasion with an ambitious fund drive designed to ensure the organization’s financial…

Government & Politics May 27, 2025

Marietta Fire Department promotions announced

Marietta Fire Chief Tim Milligan announced recent promotions in the Marietta Fire Department in an announcement on the city’s website: “These advancements are not only a reflection of individual dedication,…

L to R: John Kone, past president KCMGK; Rosie Teague, KCMGK; Aailyah Reeves, Powers Ferry ES Silver Pen award winner; Jim Perry, past president KCMGK and Philip Gold, VP KCMGK

Community Life, Uncategorized May 24, 2025

Kiwanis Club of Marietta Golden K presents the Silver Pen Award for 2025

Photo provided by KCMGK: L to R: John Kone, past president KCMGK; Rosie Teague, KCMGK; Aailyah Reeves, Powers Ferry ES Silver Pen award winner; Jim Perry, past president KCMGK and…

Crime & Public Safety May 19, 2025

UPDATE: Missing Marietta woman found safe near Cumberland Mall

Officer Chuck McPhilamy of the Marietta Police Department issued the following update announcing that fifty-six-year-old Elizabeth Jones, who was missing, was located and is safe: May 18, 2025 Update: LOCATED…

Photo of volunteers at a art installation for the Mountain to River Trailfest

Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community May 7, 2025

Marietta Arts Council Presents M2R Trailfest 2025

[This is the latest installment of “Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community” by Brian Benefield. Photo above by Brian Benefield] We were a small but mighty group of Marietta Arts Council volunteers…

Marietta police SUV parked at the curb on Marietta Square

Marietta May 2, 2025

Arrest made in double shooting in a Marietta park; victims in stable condition

By Mark Woolsey Marietta police have arrested a 17-year-old in connection with a double shooting near a city park last month. Police say that early Friday morning, SWAT officers captured…

Marietta May 1, 2025

Arrest made after Marietta police respond to reports of altercation, gunfire at business

By Mark Woolsey According to a public information release from the Marietta Police Department, an altercation at a Marietta business led to gunfire and one arrest Tuesday afternoon. Police say…

Marietta April 29, 2025

Marietta Theatre Company will present “Little Women”

According to an announcement on the City of Marietta website, the Marietta Theatre Company will present “Little Women” this May, bringing the beloved classic to the stage just in time…

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