Sunny Sunday, plenty to get into

Austell, GA · March 29, 2026

Happy Sunday — sunshine, a light breeze, and just enough happening nearby to make “staying home” a real decision.

🏙️ Local Pulse

Austell family displaced after house fire
Nine relatives escaped an early-morning fire on Mt Pisgah Downs that heavily damaged their home and left them displaced, but everyone got out safely. Fire officials say the blaze started on the rear deck, and the Red Cross is helping with temporary housing.
Road incidents slow interstate traffic nearby
Emergency crews responded Saturday morning to a major accident on I‑75 and an emergency-vehicle scene on I‑20 westbound, affecting drivers coming to and from the area. Expect continued spot construction and congestion if you’re heading toward the interstates this afternoon.
Craft beverage month draws locals out
Cobb’s “Bubbles & Brews” promotion is pulling more residents to nearby breweries and cideries this weekend, including spots in Powder Springs and Marietta. Expect livelier evening traffic around those hubs as March wraps up.

High 73°F · Low 54°F
Sunny and comfortable with light winds — ideal for errands, patio time, or a quick park run. Evening will stay mild, so outdoor events and late dog walks should feel easy.

ATL’s 404 Day – Community Preview Activities
Riverside EpiCenter, 135 Riverside Pkwy
Today, late morning–evening (check venue schedule)
Programming ramps up ahead of next weekend’s 404 festivities, with family-friendly activities, food options, and time to explore one of the area’s biggest community venues right here in town.
Lithia Springs: Bake, Brand & Build Workshop
Cindyrella Cakes, 560 Thornton Rd #208, Lithia Springs
10:00 AM
A hands-on session for cottage bakers and small food businesses covering branding basics, packaging, and selling strategies — plus cake talk, of course.
Powder Springs: Release Party for “Little Miss Petty”
The Book Worm Bookstore, 4451 Marietta St, Powder Springs
1:00 PM
Local author Sally Kilpatrick celebrates her new book with a signing and conversation. A good excuse to support an independent bookstore just down the road.
Marietta: Bubbles & Brews Day Party
Skint Chestnut Brewing Company, Historic Downtown Powder Springs
Afternoon–evening
Celebrate Cobb’s craft beverage scene with special pours, live music vibes, and a relaxed, family-friendly crowd. A short drive for a full afternoon out.
Countywide: March Hoops at The Battery
Live! at The Battery Atlanta, 825 Battery Ave SE
All afternoon and evening
Wall-to-wall college basketball on big screens, food, and people-watching. If you’re bracket-obsessed, this is the loudest nearby spot to ride out the games.

Reflections of Trinity (Austell–Powder Springs Corridor)
This nonprofit along Austell–Powder Springs Road quietly anchors the community with a food pantry, thrift store, and regular volunteer events that stretch every donated dollar. Reflections of Trinity started in a church basement and now distributes tens of thousands of pounds of food each month, turning surplus groceries and gently used goods into stability for neighbors who need it most.

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