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Posted inCrime

17-Year-Old Georgia Mom Arrested After Trying to Bury Deceased Newborn in Backyard

by B.T. ClarkNovember 26, 2024November 26, 2024
The Georgia Department of Transportation announced that all lanes have been reopened following a crash that earlier blocked two right lanes on I-75 South before South Marietta Parkway (mile marker 263.3). The accident caused significant delays for commuters during the morning rush.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

Crash on I-75 Snarls Early Morning Traffic in Marietta

by B.T. ClarkNovember 26, 2024November 26, 2024
Touch a Truck on Monday: Looking for a fun activity for kids during the school break? Cobb County is hosting a Touch-A-Truck event on Monday, Nov. 25, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Switzer Library, located at 266 Roswell Street NE in Marietta. Children can get an up-close look at their favorite cars and trucks during this hands-on event.
Posted inAround Georgia

Around Georgia: Things to Do On Thanksgiving Break

by B.T. ClarkNovember 23, 2024November 23, 2024
Group of friends playing cards and drinking beer in a cozy living room setting.
Posted inCrime

4 Cobb County Businesses Busted For Selling Alcohol to Underage Customers

by B.T. ClarkNovember 22, 2024November 22, 2024
The story of how Marietta got its name isn’t etched in stone—or even in ink, for that matter. In a city with roots stretching back to the early 1830s, the origin of its name has become a blend of fact and local lore, leaving residents to wonder: Who—or what—was Marietta?
Posted inGeorgia Places

How Did Marietta Get its Name?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 17, 2024November 17, 2024
• Distracted driving remains a serious issue, with cellphones and rushing being major culprits.
Posted inOdd News

Distracted Drivers Collide with Marietta Police Cars

by B.T. ClarkNovember 16, 2024November 16, 2024
The Marietta Police Department confirmed on Nov. 11 that Patricia Miele, an 89-year-old woman who had gone missing from Greenwood Assisted Living and Memory Care on Whitlock Avenue, was found dead after an extensive three-day search.
Posted inMissing

Missing 89-Year-Old Marietta Woman Found Dead in a Pond

by B.T. ClarkNovember 13, 2024November 13, 2024
An urgent search is underway for Patricia Miele, 89, who disappeared from the Greenwood Assisted Living and Memory Care facility on Whitlock Avenue in Marietta late Friday.
Posted inMissing

89-Year-Old Marietta Woman Still Missing

by B.T. ClarkNovember 10, 2024November 10, 2024
A fatal crash on Powers Ferry Road in Cobb County resulted in one death and one hospitalization. A 2010 Toyota Camry veered into oncoming traffic, left the road, and hit a tree. Authorities seek information from witnesses to aid the investigation. Victims' names have not been released.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

Fatal Crash on Powers Ferry Road Leaves Marietta Resident Dead

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024
Cobb County Police are investigating the death of a 66-year-old man following a residential fire in Marietta. Officers responded to a report of a fire on Jamerson Forest Circle at approximately 9:26 p.m. on October 18. Firefighters from Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services arrived at the scene and extinguished the blaze.
Posted inFire

66-Year-Old Man Found Dead After Marietta Fire

by Thom ChandlerOctober 22, 2024October 22, 2024
A three-vehicle collision on Cobb Parkway North in Marietta on Friday night left three people injured, including two Marietta police officers. The crash occurred at around 10:15 p.m. at the intersection of Cobb Parkway and Roswell Street.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

Friday Night Crash Injures Two Marietta Police Officers

by Thom ChandlerAugust 17, 2024August 17, 2024
A state lawmaker from Cobb County is facing DUI charges following a crash Thursday night in the city of Atlanta.
Posted inCrime

Georgia Lawmaker Charged With DUI After Hitting Bicyclist

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceAugust 9, 2024August 9, 2024
🔍 The Details: The county's license review board was tipped off by the attorney general’s office in 2022 about Asian Wellness Massage possibly advertising illicit services on adult websites. During an inspection, a county detective discovered a bed and suitcases, signs pointing to potential human trafficking. The spa was also hit with citations for employing unlicensed workers and not keeping employee lists updated. Owner Lingxia Zhang denied any wrongdoing, claiming the bed was simply for an employee's personal use.
Posted inCrime

Cobb County Shuts Down Marietta Spa Over Illicit Massage Allegations

by Thom ChandlerJuly 10, 2024
A two-year-old boy from Marietta died Tuesday night after being discovered inside a hot car, according to Cobb Police.
Posted inIn The News

Toddler Dies After Being Found in Hot Car in Marietta: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJuly 3, 2024July 3, 2024
📅 The Gist: Next Tuesday, the Marietta City School Board will vote on a proposal to limit personal smart device use during school hours to enhance student learning and support mental health.
Posted inIn The Know

Switching Off: Marietta Schools to Vote on Personal Smart Device Restrictions

by Thom ChandlerJune 14, 2024June 14, 2024
🔔 The Gist: Walmart is set to close two of its stores in the Atlanta metro area next month, affecting close to 400 employees.
Posted inBusiness

Walmart is Closing 2 Stores in Metro Atlanta: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJune 14, 2024June 14, 2024
👏🏽 The Gist: A lucky player from Dacula purchased a Mega Millions ticket at a local Shell Gas Station and won $1 million in the June 11 drawing.
Posted inIn The News

Dacula Resident Wins $1 Million Mega Millions Prize

by Thom ChandlerJune 13, 2024June 13, 2024
📈 Why It Matters: Renters in both Atlanta and Marietta face important decisions as newer apartments become more compact. This trend affects living conditions and could influence rental market dynamics as the peak season approaches.
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers

Atlanta Apartments Shrink While Marietta Apartments Grow — Sort Of

by Thom ChandlerJune 11, 2024June 11, 2024

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