October 2021

Cobb County government building in article about rental assistance

Environment October 8, 2021

Due to computer system outage, Cobb’s waste transfer system accepting cash only this weekend

Cobb County announced that an outage at GFL (Green for Life) has resulted in a requirement that people bringing waste to the facility pay cash. GFL collects the county’s solid…

Alderman Brett North, Mayor Tommy Allegood, Alderman Richardson, Alderman Butch Price, and Alderman Tim Houston.

Acworth October 8, 2021

Acworth honors Navy Day, receives All-America City Hall of Fame Award

By Arielle Robinson The City of Acworth issued a proclamation that honors United States Navy Day and accepted the National Civic League’s All-America City Hall of Fame Award at its…

Quill pan and ink in article about absentee ballots

Letters to the Editor October 8, 2021

Letter to the Editor: There should be joint redistricting committees to follow independent, non-partisan benchmarks

My fellow Georgians, The ongoing redistricting efforts will affect our state for the next decade. Our voting districts may change due to the results of the 2020 census. Voting maps have…

Photo of Melody Bray standing under one of her campaign banners, in front of a lamp and brick wall

2022 Elections October 8, 2021

Melody Bray kicks off run for State Senate District 38

By Arielle Robinson Melody Bray, an activist, attorney and realtor, launched her campaign for Georgia State Senate District 38 Wednesday evening at Westside Switchyards in Atlanta. District 38 covers portions…

coronavirus imposed on Cobb County School District signage

Education October 7, 2021

Parents suing Cobb County School District for COVID-19 safety speak out

By Rebecca Gaunt Four parents of students with disabilities and health issues spoke with the Courier about why they are suing the Cobb County School District over its failure to…

Transportation October 7, 2021

Lane closures on Veterans Memorial again this weekend

Once again Veterans Memorial Highway will have lane closures each weekend night from Friday until Sunday. Contractors for the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will continue milling, inlay and resurfacing….

Pets October 7, 2021

Looking for a doggie or kitty? Cobb County Animal Services has just the event for you!

If you’re looking to adopt a new doggie or kitty for your family, Cobb County Animal Services is holding a special event that you should definitely check out. The details…

roadwork equipment in article about lane closed SR 360

Transportation October 7, 2021

Road widening project on Powder Springs Road continues this weekend

The road widening work will continue on Powder Springs Road / SR 360 this weekend with daytime lane closures on the stretch of the state road between New Macland Road…

photo of Cobb Superior Court building from the front with a blue sky with clouds in the background

Criminal Justice System October 7, 2021

Cobb County serial child molester sentenced to life without parole

District Attorney Flynn D. Broady, Jr. announced this afternoon that convicted serial child molester Michael Shane Kilgore has been sentenced to life without possibility of parole. Kilgore was convicted on…

Festivals October 7, 2021

The Welcome to South Cobb Festival to feature entertainment at a beautiful site on the river

It’s just two days until the Welcome to South Cobb Festival. The event will be held this Saturday, October 9 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Riverview Landing; 6255…

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