Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

A drawing of an Automatic License Plate Reader

Crime & Public Safety September 15, 2026

The upsides and downsides of Automatic License Plate Readers

In October of 2021, the Courier sat down with the public information officers (PIOs) from the Cobb County Police Department and the Marietta Police Department at Cool Beans, the popular…

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)

Government & Politics, Local government September 15, 2026

Acworth Moves Forward With 2026-2030 Comprehensive Plan Update

Acworth city officials are moving forward with an annual update to the Community Work Program and Capital Improvement Element of the Comprehensive Plan, a state-required process that allows the city…

The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 15, 2026

How much do you know about Acworth? Take Part 2 of our quiz about that city and find out

By Larry Felton Johnson Cobb County has seven cities within it, and some of these quizzes will focus on individual cities. Today the quiz takes on the City of Acworth,…

sign with American flag stating "Vote Here"

Opinion September 15, 2026

Three Ways to Vote in Georgia This Fall, and the Dates That Matter for Each

This is an installment in the League of Women Voters of Georgia’s “How Georgia Votes” series. To read previous installments in the “How Georgia Votes” series, follow this link. Every…

Crime & Public Safety September 15, 2026

Former Acworth Officer Charged With Flock Camera Misuse

By Mark Woolsey A former Acworth and Emerson, Ga. police officer has been charged with misusing the Flock Safety camera surveillance system designed to read license plates and give vehicle…

Government & Politics, Local government September 15, 2026

Jackie McMorris named Cobb Executive Women 2026 Woman of Distinction

Photo above: Dr. Jackie McMorris on her appointment as county manager in 2020 (Larry Johnson/Cobb County Courier) By Mark Woolsey Cobb County Manager Jackie McMorris has been named the 2026…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 14, 2026

Cobb County Quiz: How much do you know about KSU and the arts?

Kennesaw State University has an extensive array of programs related to the arts: both visual and performing. But how much do you know about it? Take Part 1 of our…

A Lockheed Martin C-130J airlifter in flight

Business & Economy September 14, 2026

Lockheed Martin C-130J wins Mississippi manufacturing honor

According to a company press release, Lockheed Martin’s C-130J Super Hercules has been named the “Coolest Thing Made in Mississippi,” recognizing work performed on the aircraft at the company’s Meridian…

Director of the Bailey School of Music Dr. Nathan Nabb performs alongside the award-winning KSU Wind Ensemble under the direction of Director of Bands Dr. David Kehler as they prepared for performing at the 2026 Georgia Music Educator Association’s annual conference.

Education, News September 14, 2026

Dr. Bobbie Bailey School of Music enters educational partnership with Atlanta Symphony

PHOTO ABOVE: Director of the Bailey School of Music Dr. Nathan Nabb performs alongside the award-winning KSU Wind Ensemble under the direction of Director of Bands Dr. David Kehler as…

gasoline pump and an EV charging station with a car

Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development September 14, 2026

Georgia gas prices climb above $4 a gallon after Labor Day as Iran war intensifies

Georgia gas prices have climbed above $4 a gallon as rising crude oil costs continue to push up prices at the pump following the Labor Day holiday, as the war…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 15, 2026