🌱 New Marietta Food Center + Police Investigating Fatal Hit-And-Run

Good morning, friends. It's Wednesday in Marietta and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening locally.

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Now, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Sun and some clouds. High: 87 Low: 73.
• Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm. High: 84 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. The Atlanta Community Food Bank has recently opened a new food center in Marietta. Since its opening last week, the food center has served nearly 200 households. Atlanta Community Food Bank CEO Kyle Waide emphasized that the new food center is aiming to serve families with low and moderate incomes who are under financial pressure. The center is currently operating with limited hours, but Waide said the center will soon be open for longer hours in order to serve more families. (11 Alive)
2. Cobb County police reported that a hit-and-run accident on Monday, Aug. 31 has left one person dead. The incident occurred at Floyd Road and Maran Lane around 10:30 p.m. According to police, a pedestrian was crossing Floyd Road outside of the crosswalk when they were struck by a vehicle. Witnesses said that the vehicle stopped briefly before leaving the scene. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene, and their identity has not yet been revealed. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the Cobb County Police Department at 770-499-3987. (WSBTV)
3. The 2023 Glover Park Concert Series in Marietta Square has two more upcoming performances. On Aug. 25 at 8:00 p.m., Bogey and the Viceroy will take the stage to perform a mix of classic soul and today's popular hits. On Sep. 29 at 8:00 p.m., Grains of Sand will headline the show with beach, soul, and Motown tunes. While the concerts are free to attend, table reservations are now available for purchase for the upcoming August performance if you'd like a front-row seat. (Marietta Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

Today and tomorrow in Marietta:

Wednesday, August 2

• Word Play Wednesdays: Poetry, Karaoke, Spoken Word At Euro Atlanta (6:00 PM)
• Jammin' Music Bingo At The Place (7:00 PM)

Thursday, August 3

• Drew Ashworth Live At Los Magueys Marietta (6:00 PM)
• Trivia Night With The Club At Glover Park Brewery (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Cobb International Film Festival is set to take place Aug. 3-6. This event brings filmmakers and audiences together at The Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre to watch films and documentaries from a diverse set of artists. Click here to check out the full schedule. (TravelCobb.org)
• The Marietta Police Department has a unit of Public Safety Ambassadors. These full-time employees have similar duties to sworn officers, but they don't carry weapons. Residents can request a Public Safety Ambassador through the city's non-emergency number for assistance with disabled vehicles, theft, traffic control, and more. (Marietta, Georgia Police Department via Facebook)
• School is back in session for Cobb County students! Local leaders are encouraging drivers to be careful around school buses, bus stops, and neighborhoods. (Cobb County Government via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you all soon for your next 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.