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Morning Marietta! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Thinking about a dog? Meet Haro waiting in Marietta
  • Could someone legally move into your vacant Marietta home?
  • See the Marietta shelter senior pup’s heart-melting ‘freedom ride’ home

Also on today's calendar: Classic Staging LLC Warehouse Sale! and 9 more events.

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Today's riddle: I once read a book about anti-gravity. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Friday: Pleasant with sunshine, with a high of 61 and low of 37 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 62, low: 35.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny; windy, colder, with a high of 39 and low of 18 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!

📰 News we're reading

1. 'My name is Haro. Are you here to adopt me?' (cobbcountycourier.com) — If you’re in Marietta and considering a new four-legged family member, Cobb County Animal Services has a 10‑month‑old neutered male lab mix named Haro ready for adoption at its Al Bishop Drive shelter. The county now prefers, but doesn’t require, appointments for most visits, while walk-ins remain welcome for strays, lost pets, and reclaims. Staff can help by phone or in person.
   

2. Man charged after claiming 'peaceful hostile takeover' of Marietta house (fox5atlanta.com) — A Marietta homeowner says a stranger moved into her for-sale house, changed the locks, and claimed a “peaceful hostile takeover” under Georgia squatter laws before being arrested. The case, centered on a Twin Brooks Court property, is raising fresh concerns about how well vacant homes are protected and has already prompted the owner to add security cameras.
   

3. Senior Dog Has the Sweetest 'Freedom Ride' After Adoption (dogtime.com) — A 10-year-old pit bull mix named Sweetie finally left a Marietta shelter after months of waiting, thanks to a couple who saw her story on Instagram. The viral video follows her emotional goodbye to volunteers and joyful “freedom ride” home, highlighting the special challenges and rewards of adopting senior dogs. Viewers flooded the comments with gratitude and happy tears.
   

4. James Harvey Dearing (shelbyinfo.com) — Family and friends are remembering James Harvey Dearing, who was born in Marietta and passed away at 56 after a career with Merck Chemical and a life filled with cars, Bulldogs football, and beloved pets. A Celebration of Life is planned Sunday, December 14, in Cherryville, with memorial gifts suggested to children’s charities.
   

5. Powerball: $930 million up for grabs in one of the largest jackpots ever (wsbtv.com) — Marietta lottery players lined up at the South Cobb Drive QuikTrip as the Powerball jackpot climbed to $930 million, with a chance to hit $1 billion if it rolls over. Locals shared their hopeful strategies at a store that recently sold a $1 million ticket, while another huge Mega Millions win was just claimed in Coweta County.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • EDIT: We found Jean-Luc!
    Hi neighbors — quick update to say our little Boston Terrier is home safe. Huge thank-you to everyone who kept an eye out, shared the post, or… (Nextdoor Terrell Mill Estates)
  • HI, Im looking for a home for a foster dog.
    He is a 4 year old Bichon. He is microchipped, it can be transferred to the new owner. He is up to date on shots but only until the end of this month… (Nextdoor Walnut Circle)
  • The Cleaning Authority, LLC posted a job opening for Future Opening: House cleaner. No nights or weekends. Paid Weekly. Great Boss in Marietta. Apply here.
  • Ecolab Inc. posted a job opening for Wastewater Technician in Marietta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marietta here.

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