🌱 Domestic Violence Call Turns Deadly + 11th Annual Juneteenth Event

Hello, hello! It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Marietta Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Humid; a morning thunderstorm. High: 81 Low: 59.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 75 Low: 63.

Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. A man was shot and killed by police officers in Marietta during a response to a domestic dispute call. The officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving a report of an assault on a woman by an armed man. The man was found armed with a weapon, and despite the unfortunate outcome, the officer's actions were deemed necessary for defense, according to Cobb County Police Chief Stuart VanHoozer. (U.S. News)
2. Juneteenth Atlanta is returning for its 11th year with a three-day event featuring a parade, music festival, and various activities promoting unity and justice for the African diaspora. The festivities in Centennial Olympic Park will include live performances, a 5K race, a natural hair show, and the inaugural Historical Miss Juneteenth Georgia Pageant. The event aims to highlight Black-owned businesses and will host over 400 vendors, artists, and food trucks throughout the weekend. (GPB)
3. Father's Day is an occasion to express gratitude to the dads who bring joy to our lives. Leea Williams nominated Paul Williams of Marietta as an awesome dad who sends sweet and insightful texts. Patch and T-Mobile have collaborated to highlight fathers like Paul, who selflessly prioritize others and deserve recognition on Father's Day. You can nominate a cool dad that sends funny texts here. (Marietta Patch)

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Today and tomorrow in Marietta:

Monday, June 12

• Rad Kids At Park Street Elementary (9:00 AM)
• Kids Camp - Ready Set Move At Legacy Church (9:00 AM)

Tuesday, June 13

• Family Fun Safety Days At Cobb County Safety Village (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The MPD is urging residents to prepare a 'vacation plan' before heading out of town. Marietta residents can request a home check here. (Marietta Georgia Police Department via Facebook)
• Concerned the kids might fall behind this summer? Marietta City Schools will share helpful tips and tricks to prevent learning loss during the summer months on Saturday. (Marietta City Schools via Facebook)
• Marietta History Center recently received a makeover with a new coat of paint. This is a friendly reminder they are open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and entrance is free for members, veterans and children under five. (Marietta History Center via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox soon with another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.