Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

The Cobb County Public Library bookmobile, an EV

Environment April 26, 2025

Learn to Get Involved at The Cobb County Sustainability Expo

Cobb County’s EV Bookmobile will be at the Expo. Photo courtesy of Cobb County Fleet By Kate Brainerd The future of the humble, yet mighty, bee is at risk. The…

Dance April 26, 2025

Atlanta Ballet to close out 2024-2025 season with “explosive, athletic and groundbreaking” performances

By Mark Woolsey The Atlanta Ballet will close out its 2024-2025 season in Cobb County with a mixed bill of performances billed as explosive, athletic and groundbreaking. Set for May…

Smyrna April 26, 2025

Police top fire in Chief’s Cup during Smyrna Public Safety Foundation’s Fourth Annual Golf Tournament

PHOTO: Molly Barrett Gillis, a partner with the Gillis Law Firm, presented the trophy to members of the Smyrna Police Department, including Police Chief Keith Zgonc (photo courtesy of Smyrna…

Weather April 26, 2025

Chance of isolated thunderstorms in metro Atlanta

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other parts of north and central Georgia for Saturday, April 26, 2025 due to the possibility of…

Health Care April 25, 2025

YMCA of Metro Atlanta to host Healthy Kids Day events tomorrow, April 26

YMCA of Metro Atlanta distributed the following news release: What: The YMCA of Metro Atlanta will host free community events at 19 YMCA of Metro Atlanta locations on Saturday, April…

Sign-in table at Cobb Senior Expo with line of people going through

Cobb County April 25, 2025

Cobb Senior Expo “jam-packed with people” learning about aging services

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report with photos about the Cobb County Senior Expo: The Cobb County Senior Expo was jam-packed with people wanting to learn more…

The big "Atlanta Braves" sign at the entrance to Truist Park

Sports April 25, 2025

The Braves Need Better Pitching, But Offering Fried A Max Contract Wasn’t The Answer

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Here’s a pitch for the Atlanta Braves. They don’t have to be the Dodgers’ or Padres’ staff. They should aim…

Weather April 25, 2025

Scattered thunderstorms expected in Georgia: gusty winds and hail possible

Scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening across metro Atlanta and other parts of the region. Localized gusty winds, heavy rain, and hail are possible. The National Weather Service…

Drawing of a "road closed" sign with diagonal stripes and two electric lanterns on top

Cobb County April 24, 2025

Upcoming Stilesboro Road closures to last through fall

Stilesboro Road, near Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, will close on May 6, and sections will close in phases expected to last through the fall. According to a news release…

A map of the Town Center area, a roughly round-shaped mall flanked on the east and west by interstate highways

Town Center April 24, 2025

Town Center Community Improvement District to hold two open house sessions

By Mark Woolsey The Town Center Community Improvement District (TCCID) is updating its roadmap for the future and is asking the public to weigh in on April 28 during two…

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