October 2017

Acworth October 29, 2017

Five Cobb County breweries to provide samples at 2017’s Acworth Craft Beer Fest

The fourth annual Acworth Craft Beer Fest will take place on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 1-5 p.m. in Historic Downtown Acworth. Attendees can sample more than 100 beers, wines and…

Art and Culture October 27, 2017

Welcome autumn weather at Marietta Square’s final art walk of the year

An array of artists will fill the streets of Marietta Square with an evening of thought-provoking art, musical entertainment and craft merchants on a free, a self-guided tour showcasing local…

Elections October 27, 2017

Republican Senate District 6 candidates talk traffic, transit at forum

The Georgia Senate District 6 election is crowded with nine candidates vying for the seat, but the herd was thinned somewhat at Wednesday night’s Republican-only forum held at the Cross…

Acworth October 22, 2017

Acworth involved in two lawsuits after closing back road near I-75

[Editor’s note: we’ve changed the headline because we thought the original one could be construed as taking sides in this issue. That was never our intent — Larry Felton Johnson,…

Disaster Relief October 21, 2017

Local chefs use Taste of Atlanta to help Puerto Rico

Several chefs in the metro area are teaming up at Taste of Atlanta to benefit Puerto Rico in the aftermath of two hurricanes. Find the tent at Historic Fourth Ward…

Kennesaw State University October 20, 2017

Protests in support of KSU cheerleaders who “take a knee” continue

For the second time this week, students at Kennesaw State University protested on campus Thursday, Oct. 19, to support the five cheerleaders who continue to kneel during the national anthem…

Sports October 18, 2017

Young Equestrians of Cobb County— The Quest for a Blue Ribbon

MARIETTA, Ga. — Mya Borysiak waits patiently aback her horse, Cosmo, on the sidelines of the Hunter Jumper ring at Will’s Park Equestrian Center waiting for her name to be…

Cobb County October 13, 2017

Holiday events across Cobb County — October through December

The 2017 holiday season has arrived, even if the temperature outside doesn’t reflect it. Cobb County is home to several seasonal festivities for adults and children. October October 14-15 Marietta…

Elections October 10, 2017

Senate District 6 candidates talk private vs. public schools, religious freedom at forum

The eight candidates vying for Georgia’s open Senate District 6 seat shared a crowded stage Monday night at the Cochise Riverview Club in Vinings. A standing-room-only crowd was on hand…

Smyrna October 3, 2017

PulteGroup withdraws application for controversial Atlanta Road townhomes

Developer PulteGroup apparently got the message when its representatives got an earful from some 200 locals about a proposed townhome development back in August. The developer has withdrawn its application…

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Climate and Weather December 1, 2023

Weather alert for Cobb and region: widespread thunderstorms with possibility of localized flooding

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Friday December 1. Widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected, with a…

Kennesaw November 30, 2023

Probable cause found to charge Kennesaw man in drugs and weapons case

By Caleb Groves On Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023, a Cobb County Magistrate Court Judge found probable cause for a Kennesaw to be charged with holding large quantities of marijuana and…

Pets and Pet Adoption November 30, 2023

Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day: “My name is Melvyn, and I’m a sweet 11-pound boy who needs a loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a large-sized male gray tabby/white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential…

Pets and Pet Adoption November 30, 2023

Cobb County Courier Dog of the Day: “I’m a big girl, and like most retrievers, I have a big loving heart. Please adopt me!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a large-sized female black retriever. The following information on this potential family member is…

Opinion November 30, 2023

When College Students Gamble, The Odds Are Stacked Against Them

by John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Gambling is a serious addiction. And college kids are more likely to fall prey to it. Schools must get the…