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Music November 6, 2024

Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple tunes into epic soundscapes

by Jose Valentino Ruiz, University of Florida, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] On the sleeve notes of some of the most memorable and best-selling albums…

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Science and Technology November 6, 2024

Cells have more mini ‘organs’ than researchers thought − unbound by membranes, these rogue organelles challenge biology’s fundamentals

by Allan Albig, Boise State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Think back to that basic biology class you took in high school. You probably…

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Economy November 6, 2024

US government tries to rein in an out-of-control subscription economy

by David Arditi, University of Texas at Arlington, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Signing up for a subscription to a streaming service or newspaper has…

Cobb weather November 6: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Climate and Weather November 6, 2024

Cobb climate almanac & weather forecast for Wednesday, Nov 6

The National Weather Service forecasts cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, with a high near 73 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

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Pets and Pet Adoption November 6, 2024

“I’m a confused little kitten, and I need a stable, loving forever home”

Photo from Cobb County Animal Services Shelter website The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a small-sized female tabby calico domestic…

A tri-color beagle puppy with a blue leash, looking at the camera

Pets and Pet Adoption November 6, 2024

“EVERYBODY loves beagles! So wouldn’t you like to adopt me?”

Photo from Cobb County Animal Services Shelter website The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a small-sized female tri-color beagle. The…

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Marietta November 6, 2024

Marietta to celebrate its 20th annual Veterans Day Parade

The City of Marietta posted a notice announcing its 20th Annual Veterans Day Parade, hosted by the city and the Horace Orr Post 29 of the American Legion. The parade…

Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community November 5, 2024

Talking Turkey and A Random Encounter With Alton Brown

Photo above by Brian Benefield [This is the latest installment of “Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community” by Brian Benefield] I recently chatted briefly with my neighbor, renowned chef, and food science…

Cobb County November 5, 2024

Cobb man sentenced to two life sentences for aggravated child molestation

Cobb County Superior Court Judge Kellie Hill handed down two life sentences plus 38 years for a man convicted of five counts of aggravated child molestation, four counts of child…

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Cobb County November 5, 2024

Cobb man found guilty of rape and child molestation

Gary Dewayne Bailey, 43, was found guilty of rape, child molestation, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor in a jury trial in the courtroom of Superior Court Senior…

Misinformation November 5, 2024

No, you’re not that good at detecting fake videos – 2 misinformation experts explain why and how you can develop the power to resist these deceptions

by Sam Wineburg, Stanford University and Michael Caulfield, University of Washington, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Someone following the 2024 presidential election could have seen…

The year 2024 in big red letters with "Vote" written in the "O" which is the shape of a campaign button

Elections November 5, 2024

Why Pennsylvania’s election results will take time to count

by Alauna Safarpour, Gettysburg College, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The country is unlikely to know who wins the battleground state of Pennsylvania on election…

Justice November 5, 2024

Elon Musk misses Philly court date, stalling ‘illegal lottery’ case against him − an expert on Philadelphia politics weighs in

by Richardson Dilworth, Drexel University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] On Oct. 28, 2024, just over a week before Election Day, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry…

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Elections November 5, 2024

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Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple tunes into epic soundscapes

Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple tunes into epic soundscapes

Cells have more mini ‘organs’ than researchers thought − unbound by membranes, these rogue organelles challenge biology’s fundamentals

US government tries to rein in an out-of-control subscription economy

Cobb climate almanac & weather forecast for Wednesday, Nov 6

“I’m a confused little kitten, and I need a stable, loving forever home”

“EVERYBODY loves beagles! So wouldn’t you like to adopt me?”

Marietta to celebrate its 20th annual Veterans Day Parade

Talking Turkey and A Random Encounter With Alton Brown

Cobb man sentenced to two life sentences for aggravated child molestation

Cobb man found guilty of rape and child molestation

No, you’re not that good at detecting fake videos – 2 misinformation experts explain why and how you can develop the power to resist these deceptions

Why Pennsylvania’s election results will take time to count

Elon Musk misses Philly court date, stalling ‘illegal lottery’ case against him − an expert on Philadelphia politics weighs in

A fight erupts over ‘garbage’ in the last moments of the presidential campaign

Election Outcome Could Bring Big Changes to Medicare

Judge orders two Cobb precincts to remain open late: Marietta 6B and Kell 01

Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple tunes into epic soundscapes

Cells have more mini ‘organs’ than researchers thought − unbound by membranes, these rogue organelles challenge biology’s fundamentals

US government tries to rein in an out-of-control subscription economy

Cobb climate almanac & weather forecast for Wednesday, Nov 6

“I’m a confused little kitten, and I need a stable, loving forever home”

“EVERYBODY loves beagles! So wouldn’t you like to adopt me?”

Marietta to celebrate its 20th annual Veterans Day Parade

Talking Turkey and A Random Encounter With Alton Brown

Cobb man sentenced to two life sentences for aggravated child molestation

Cobb man found guilty of rape and child molestation

No, you’re not that good at detecting fake videos – 2 misinformation experts explain why and how you can develop the power to resist these deceptions

Why Pennsylvania’s election results will take time to count

Elon Musk misses Philly court date, stalling ‘illegal lottery’ case against him − an expert on Philadelphia politics weighs in

A fight erupts over ‘garbage’ in the last moments of the presidential campaign

Election Outcome Could Bring Big Changes to Medicare

Judge orders two Cobb precincts to remain open late: Marietta 6B and Kell 01

Homicide on Linworth Boulevard

Open houses scheduled for Allatoona Creek Greenway Trail study, Cobb Parkway realignment

“I’m a cute tri-color mix dog straining at the leash to go home with you!”

“Take a close look! I’m a sweet-tempered kitty who needs a loving home”