2023

Climate and Weather July 15, 2023

Scattered thunderstorms expected across north and central Georgia this afternoon and evening

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and much of north and central Georgia for today, Saturday, July 15. Scattered and isolated thunderstorms are…

Transportation July 14, 2023

Lane closures scheduled on I-75 this weekend near Smyrna and Vinings

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announced lane closures on I-75 this weekend near Smyrna and Vinings in Cobb and Fulton counties. The GDOT press release describes the scope and…

Cobb County July 14, 2023

Gina Hawkins appointed Assistant Chief Deputy in Cobb Sheriff’s Office

According to a public information release from the office of Sheriff Craig Owens, the sheriff has appointed Gina Hawkins as Assistant Chief Deputy. Hawkins served as the Police Chief of…

The sign in front of Acworth City Hall: Text reading Acworth Georgia 4415 Senator Richard B. Russell Ave, with 1860 (the incorporation date of the city)

Acworth July 14, 2023

Acworth to hold three public hearings on proposed property tax increase

The City of Acworth has announced a proposed tax increase, and has scheduled the three hearings required by state law before voting on the increase. There is no proposed increase…

A white/black chihuahua with a blue leash, looking at the camera

Pets and Pet Adoption July 14, 2023

Cobb County Courier Dog of the Day: “I’m all ears! Listening for whether you’re going to adopt me into a loving family.”

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

Pets and Pet Adoption July 14, 2023

Cobb County Courier Cat of the Day: “I’m studying you carefully, and think we’d be a good fit. Please adopt me!”

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

Mableton city council an mayor seated at long table

Mableton July 14, 2023

Training in city government for Mableton mayor and council begins today

Mayor Michael Owens and the members of the Mableton City Council will begin training in city government from the Georgia Municipal Association this evening. Tonight’s training will be followed by…

Climate and Weather July 14, 2023

Cobb County weather forecast for Friday, July 14, 2023

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Friday, July 14, 2023, with a high near 92 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

Climate and Weather July 14, 2023

Weather alert: Thunderstorms with Potential for Strong Winds and Lightning approaching Cobb County

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and much of north and central Georgia for today, Friday, July 14. Scattered and isolated thunderstorms are…

Science and Technology July 13, 2023

What is a flash flood? A civil engineer explains

by Janey Camp, Vanderbilt University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Flash flooding is a specific type of flooding that occurs in a short time frame…

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