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Science and Technology May 25, 2023

ChatGPT and other generative AI could foster science denial and misunderstanding – here’s how you can be on alert

by Gale Sinatra, University of Southern California and Barbara K. Hofer, Middlebury, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Until very recently, if you wanted to know…

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Cobb County May 24, 2023

Many Juneteenth events to choose from in Cobb County

Cobb County posted a list of Juneteenth events available around the county. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned that they were free….

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Kennesaw May 24, 2023

Kennesaw and Luzianne Tea partner on “Brews & Booze” recipe contest

The City of Kennesaw Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival and Luzianne® Tea have partnered to host a “Brews & Booze” Recipe Contest. Participants are invited to submit a recipe for…

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Powder Springs May 24, 2023

Elementary school student commended by Cobb commissioners for nationally-recognized mental health project

At the Tuesday evening meeting of the Cobb County Board of Commissioners, 11-year-old Ta’Kari Tatum, a student at Cobb County’s Varner Elementary School in Powder Springs, was honored for his…

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Science and Technology May 24, 2023

New approach to teaching computer science could broaden the subject’s appeal

by Lauren Margulieux, Georgia State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Despite growing demand for computer science skills in professional careers and many areas of…

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Pets and Pet Adoption May 24, 2023

Cobb County Courier Dog of the Day: “I am a big, sweet doggy, anxious for a permanent loving home. Please adopt me!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a large-sized male tri-color German shepherd. The following information on this potential family member…

Pets and Pet Adoption May 24, 2023

Cobb County Courier Cat of the Day: “Surprise! I’m here! And I’m ready and eager to be adopted into a loving new home.”

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

Climate and Weather May 24, 2023

Cobb County weather forecast for Wednesday, May 24, 2023

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, with a high near 81 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be partly…

Cobb County May 24, 2023

Woman sentenced to 10 years in prison for armed robbery in Cobb County under the pretext of going on a date

Jada Hill, 20, was convicted of armed robbery, hijacking a motor vehicle and aggravated assault, for a robbery in which she lured the victim under the pretext of going on…

Economy May 24, 2023

Biden and McCarthy strike positive tone after debt limit talks, but no deal yet

by Jennifer Shutt, Georgia Recorder [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] May 22, 2023 WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy left their…

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