Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes June 22, 2026

How much do you know about Kennesaw State University (Part 2)? take the quiz and find out

By Larry Felton Johnson Kennesaw State University (KSU) grew from a junior college at its founding in the 1960s, to the third-largest university in Georgia. A couple of weeks ago…

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Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development June 22, 2026

Georgia gas prices continue to fall over past week

In keeping with the trend of the past few weeks, gasoline prices in both Georgia and nationally fell over the past seven days. According to the AAA fuel price web…

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News, Weather June 22, 2026

Severe Thunderstorms Possible Across North Georgia Tonight

Strong to severe thunderstorms could impact parts of north and central Georgia this evening and early overnight, with the potential for damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, heavy rainfall, and localized…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes June 21, 2026

How much do you know about Lockheed Martin’s Marietta plant? take the quiz and find out

By Larry Felton Johnson Lockheed Martin is not only a major employer in Cobb County, it’s also America’s largest defense contractor. The quiz below (with links to where you can…

Crime & Public Safety June 21, 2026

Acworth Reports Cyberattack on City Systems

By Mark Woolsey The City of Acworth says it was the victim of a cybersecurity attack earlier this month. City officials saying in a news release the incident happened on…

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Business & Economy, Local Business June 21, 2026

Lockheed Martin’s Air Force Plant 6 Celebrates 75 Years in Marietta

Photo above: A crowd gathers around the massive Lockheed Martin C-5 at the 75th anniversary of the Marietta Air Force Plant 6 (Larry Felton Johnson/Cobb County Courier) By Larry Felton…

News, Weather June 21, 2026

Scattered Thunderstorms Expected Today in Central Georgia Today, North Georgia Tomorrow

Scattered thunderstorms are expected across central Georgia this afternoon and evening, with the potential for gusty winds, frequent lightning, and heavy rainfall. Storm chances will continue through much of the…

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Business & Economy, Local Business June 21, 2026

Cobb County Issues 33 New Business Licenses During June 14–21

Image above created with licensed copy of Canva Cobb County issued 33 new business licenses between June 14 and June 21, 2026, with a mix of professional services, healthcare providers,…

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Government & Politics, Local government June 20, 2026

Mableton Council Agenda Includes FY 2027 Budget and Millage Rate Discussion

The Mableton City Council will meet on Monday, June 22 for a work session, and on Tuesday, June 23 for its regular meeting. Note that the regular meeting has shifted…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes June 20, 2026

How closely have you followed Cobb County news over the past week? Take the quiz and find out!

Weekly Cobb County News Quiz for Week Ending June 20 A lot of things happen in a county of over 793,000 residents, the third largest county in the state of…

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Health & Wellness June 22, 2026