Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

Color drawing of flames engulfing a forest representing high fire danger

News, Weather April 11, 2026

Georgia Fire Risk Expected to Continue Into Sunday

A Fire Danger Statement remains in effect for portions of north and central Georgia through this evening, with dry vegetation and low humidity increasing the risk of fire spread. Outdoor…

A brick fountain in Glover Park on Marietta Square. benches surround a circular brick path and a photographer snaps a shot.

Community Life April 10, 2026

Marietta Plans Yearlong Celebration for America’s 250th Anniversary in 2026

The City of Marietta announced it will mark the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026 with a yearlong, citywide celebration featuring events, exhibits and community programming in partnership with local organizations….

Real Estate April 10, 2026

East Cobb Medical Center Sold for $32.5 Million to Atlanta Firm

By Mark Woolsey An Atlanta-based privately held real estate investment and development firm has spent $32.5 million to acquire an East Cobb medical office building. Stonemont Financial specializes in healthcare…

Keep Cobb Beautiful table at the Cobb Sustainability Expo with two women at the table and a man with a KCB bag at the front

Environment, Weather & Environment April 10, 2026

Cobb County Sustainability Expo Highlights Recycling and Green Innovation

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report with photos about the third annual Cobb County Sustainability Expo: The 3rd Annual Cobb County Sustainability Expo was jam-packed with environmental innovation,…

News, Weather April 10, 2026

High Fire Risk Continues Across North Georgia Amid Dry Conditions

A Fire Danger Statement remains in effect for north Georgia through this evening as dry vegetation and low humidity increase the risk of wildfire spread. The Hazardous Weather Outlook for…

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

Community, Things to Do April 9, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday April 10 to Sunday, April 12

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, April 10, 2026 to Sunday, April 12, 2026. Friday, April 10 Typewriter Tom &…

KSU student SueAnn Hollowell receiving award

Education, News April 9, 2026

Kennesaw State’s SueAnn Hollowell places second in inaugural USG Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition

[This article by Travis Highfield with photos by Darnell Wilburn first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] In a showcase of student innovators from across the…

Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community April 9, 2026

Microgreens Yield Macro Flavors

PHOTO ABOVE: microgreens, by Andrew Durden [This is the latest installment of “Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community” by Brian Benefield. Photo above by Brian Benefield] Some people inherit silver spoons;…

News, Weather April 9, 2026

Dry Conditions, Low Humidity Raise Wildfire Risk in North and Central Georgia

A Fire Danger Statement is in effect this afternoon and evening for parts of north and central Georgia, where dry vegetation and low humidity are creating elevated wildfire risk. Outdoor…

News, Transportation April 8, 2026

Cobb DOT list of active road and lane closures as of Wednesday, April 8

The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a particular roadway, click on the legend to…

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History May 2, 2026