August 2023

JoAnn Birrell on the dais at the Cobb Commissioners room.

Cobb County August 9, 2023

Cobb BOC approves funding for training for Cobb Sheriff’s Office

By Caleb Groves MARIETTA, Ga. – The Board of Commissioners approved funding for training of the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office at the North Georgia Law Enforcement Academy on Tuesday, August…

Public Safety August 9, 2023

Yellow jerseys of the fireline: A day fighting wildfires can require as much endurance as riding the Tour de France

by Brent C. Ruby, University of Montana, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] For three weeks in July, the world’s most elite bike racers climb steep…

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Environment August 9, 2023

Should I kill spiders in my home? An entomologist explains why not to

by Matt Bertone, North Carolina State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] I know it may be hard to convince you, but let me try:…

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Communication August 9, 2023

Laughter can communicate a lot more than good humor – people use it to smooth social interactions

by Adrienne Wood, University of Virginia, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Laughter is an everyday reminder that we humans are animals. In fact, when recorded…

Crime August 9, 2023

Fulton indictment in 2020 Georgia election probe could increase polarization going into 2024

by Stanley Dunlap, Georgia Recorder [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] August 8, 2023 Georgia’s capital city is poised to once again be a major…

Health Care August 9, 2023

As Many American Cities Get Hotter, Health Systems Face Off Against Heatstroke

This article by Drew Hawkins, Gulf States Newsroom, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Drew Hawkins, Gulf States Newsroom August 7, 2023 As the hour crept past…

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Health Care August 9, 2023

The NIH Ices a Research Project. Is It Self-Censorship?

This article by Darius Tahir first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Darius Tahir August 7, 2023 Many Americans don’t understand a lot about their health. Whether due…

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Pets and Pet Adoption August 9, 2023

Cobb County Courier Dog of the Day: “I’m not always this sad looking. Adopt me into a loving family, and you’ll see me cheer up right away!”

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

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Pets and Pet Adoption August 9, 2023

Cobb County Courier Cat of the Day: “I’m not sure what this place is. The people are nice, but I need a permanent loving family!”

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

Climate and Weather August 9, 2023

Cobb County weather forecast for Wednesday, August 9, 2023

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, with a high near 90 degrees. The National Weather Service has also issued…

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