2026

The "Star of Life" symbol represents medicine and health care. Three rectangles are arranged in a radial pattern to form a sort of abstract star shape, with a snake coiled around a staff superimposed on the center.

Health & Wellness July 17, 2026

Embryo personhood, once on the margins of abortion debates, is moving closer to the center

by Risa Cromer, Purdue University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] About 100,000 babies were born through in vitro fertilization in 2024, according to the most…

The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes July 17, 2026

The Conversation U.S. weekly news quiz

by Fritz Holznagel, The Conversation, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] We hope you’ve enjoyed this quiz from our quizmaster, Fritz Holznagel, a past winner of…

A black/white American pit bull terrier held by someone

Pets and Pet Adoption July 17, 2026

“My name is Teenie, and I’m in need of a loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female black/white American pit bull terrier. The following information on this potential…

Pets and Pet Adoption July 17, 2026

“I’m a kitty in need of a permanent loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female tortoiseshell domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

Marietta History Center taken from other side of railroad tracks

Community, History July 17, 2026

Marietta History Center to host free Revolutionary America family program celebrating nation’s 250th anniversary

Families can celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by exploring colonial life and the Revolutionary Era during the Marietta History Center’s monthly Pop-In for Family Fun program on Saturday, July 19. The…

Welcome to Cobb County brick sign at Henderson Road on Veterans Memorial

Community, Things to Do July 17, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday July 17 to Sunday, July 19

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, July 17, 2026 to Sunday, July 19, 2026. Be sure to check the information…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes July 17, 2026

Here’s Part 2 of a new series of quizzes about the City of Kennesaw

How much do you know about the City of Kennesaw? Take Part 2 of the Kennesaw quiz below and find out! To take Part 1 of the quiz, follow this…

News, Weather July 17, 2026

Thunderstorms and Heat Advisory Highlight Georgia Weather Forecast

Scattered thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts, heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and dangerous heat are expected across north and central Georgia today and into the weekend, according to the…

Weather July 17, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, July 17, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Friday, July 17, 2026, with a high near 91 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

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