Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

The word "immigration" wrapped around the upper part of a world globe while walking people are on the lower part

Government & Politics, Local government March 23, 2026

Cobb Immigrant Alliance issues statement about discipline after school walkouts

The Cobb Immigrant Alliance issued the following statement, under the header “Support for High School Student Protestors Against Injustice”, in response to the Cobb and Marietta school districts’ disciplinary actions…

2615 Windage Dr home in Cobb County sold for $425,000 in January 2026, highest-priced sale in Osborne High School attendance zone

Home sale prices, Real Estate March 22, 2026

Osborne High School zone home sales for January 2026

These prices for January 2026 home sales in the Osborne High School attendance zone are from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site. For an explanation of why we sort home…

5809 Warren Farm Rd home in Cobb County sold for $875,000 in January 2026, largest sale in McEachern High School attendance zone

Home sale prices, Real Estate March 22, 2026

McEachern High School zone home sales for January 2026

These prices for January 2026 home sales in the McEachern High School attendance zone are from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site. For an explanation of why we sort home…

A cartoon drawing of a rooster, two hens, two chicks, and a hatchling along with a drawing of a chicken coop.

History March 22, 2026

Belmont Farm fueled Smyrna’s growth, 1911 newspaper shows

[This is an evergreen article that we periodically edit, expand and republish, about the history of Cobb County and its cities. This one is about the thriving poultry industry that…

Drawing of an American flag alongside the Libarty Bell

Community Life March 22, 2026

Applications open for Marietta’s 2026 Let Freedom Ring Parade

Marietta Parks, Recreation & Facilities has opened applications for the 2026 Let Freedom Ring Parade, which will be held Saturday, July 4, 2026. The 2026 parade will coincide with the…

The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes March 22, 2026

How Well Do You Know Smyrna? Take This Local Quiz

The City of Smyrna is one of the largest and most economically vibrant cities in Cobb County. But how much do you know about it? We’ve posted a quiz to…

Joey Thurmond and the Select Orchestra onstage

Community, Giving Back to the Community March 22, 2026

Marietta entertainer brings Las Vegas-style show to the Square for a cause

Joey Thurmond and the Select Orchestra submitted the following press release about a benefit concert for ALS Georgia: WHAT: Joey Thurmond and the Select Orchestra WHERE: Theatre in the Square,…

Business & Economy, Local Business March 21, 2026

Check out the 39 new businesses licensed in unincorporated Cobb County over the past week

Cobb County issued 39 new business licenses between March 15 and March 20, 2026, reflecting a steady mix of home services, construction trades, and small-scale retail and food ventures. The…

Speaker at Cobb County school board public comments

Education, News March 21, 2026

Video of public comments at the March 19, 2026 Cobb school board meetings

By Larry Felton Johnson Since the Cobb County Board of Education decided to remove public comments from its livestream of both work sessions and regular meetings, I’ve been attending the…

Luxury home at 1335 Marietta Country Club Drive in Kennesaw that sold for $1.9 million in January 2026

Home sale prices, Real Estate March 21, 2026

January 2026 Home Sales in Kennesaw Mountain High Attendance Zone

These prices for January 2026 home sales in the Kennesaw Mountain High School attendance zone are from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site. For an explanation of why we sort…

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Opinion April 11, 2026