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State organization recertifies Marietta as City of Ethics

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:00:21 GMT

The Georgia Municipal Association at its annual convention in Savannah in June recertified Marietta as a City of Ethics for adopting an ethics ordinance and adopting and following key ethical principles. Read more

Start Christmas shopping early, help needy during annual Christmas in July

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:29 GMT

This year, Santa will take a break from making toys, put on his Hawaiian shirt and flip-flops and catch a ride on the Historic Marietta Trolley to visit with the kids and hear their early Christmas wishes on the Square. Read more

Enjoy Marietta's parks and recreation all month long

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:00:55 GMT

Marietta Parks, Recreation and Facilities staff are celebrating Recreation and Parks month in July, and you're invited to join the fun and explore the city's parks. Read more

10 tips for fireworks safety

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

The Marietta Fire Department reminds residents that Georgia law regulates the types of fireworks allowed and offers tips for safe usage. Read more

Commemorative T-shirts, cookbooks for sale

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:23:36 GMT

Special T-shirts and cookbooks commemorating Marietta's 175th anniversary will be on sale Monday-Friday while supplies last in the Purchasing Department at City Hall and July 4 during the parade and celebration on the Square. Read more

Police department announces July 4 traffic plan

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:30:00 GMT

Marietta Police have announced a plan to help motorists safely get to and from the Square July 4 when the city celebrates its 175th anniversary with an Independence Day parade and day of events. Read more

Motorist risks life, prevents accident on I-75

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A motorist traveling on I-75 risked his life, helped prevent a serious accident and potentially saved many others when he helped clear several bales of hay from the interstate. Read more

Celebrate July 4 on Marietta Square

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Get in on the fun and celebrate Marietta's 175th birthday July 4 with a parade and celebration on the Square, free live concerts, arts and crafts show, food, carnival games and fireworks finale. Read more

2009 Marietta/Cobb Career Expo cancelled

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT

The year's Marietta/Cobb Career Expo has been cancelled because of the economic conditions and current job market. Read more

Marietta T-shirts, cookbooks for sale at weekend events on Square

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:00:22 GMT

Special T-shirts and cookbooks commemorating Marietta's 175th anniversary will be on sale at the June 26 Glover Park concert and Marietta Square Farmers Market June 27. Read more