Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

Music February 6, 2026

Georgia Symphony Orchestra Celebrates Diversity, Community Engagement, and Artistic Excellence in 2026 lineup

Marietta-based Georgia Symphony Orchestra submitted the following news release announcing its 2026 season: The Georgia Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to announce an exciting lineup of performances for 2026, offering an extraordinary range…

Government & Politics, Local government February 6, 2026

Cobb and Marietta water rates increase this month

Marietta Water and the Cobb Water System increased their rates, citing higher wholesale water and wastewater treatment costs and infrastructure pass-through charges from regional providers. According to the City of…

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

Crime & Public Safety February 6, 2026

Chairwoman Cupid and two commissioners send letter with concerns about ICE and CBP activity

Cobb County announced that Cobb County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Lisa Cupid, along with District 2 Commissioner Erick Allen, and District 4 Commissioner Monique Sheffield, sent a letter to Senators…

Marietta police SUV parked at the curb on Marietta Square

Crime & Public Safety February 5, 2026

Marietta 5-year-old dies after emergency call; parents charged with multiple felonies

According to a public information release from Officer Chuck McPhilamy of the Marietta Police Department, 5-year-old boy has died following a medical emergency at a Marietta home, and both of…

The comedy and drama mask behind curtains

Arts & Culture, Theatre February 5, 2026

“Ain’t Misbehavin’” Opens 10th Anniversary Season at Marietta’s Theatre in the Square

Ain’t Misbehavin’, a high-energy musical revue celebrating the music and legacy of jazz great Thomas “Fats” Waller, will open Marietta’s Theatre in the Square’s 10th Anniversary Season with performances running…

Drawing of an unfolding world map showing all continents except Antarctica

Opinion February 5, 2026

How Free Is The Board Of Peace?

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College When President Donald Trump announced the Board of Peace, his plan for Gaza, and maybe a replacement for the United…

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

Community, Things to Do February 5, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday February 6 to Sunday, February 8

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, January 23 to Sunday, January 25. Friday, Feb. 6, 2026 The Ultimate RV Show…

News, Weather February 5, 2026

Snow flurries possible in northeast Georgia Thursday morning, but no accumulation expected

Northeast Georgia might see a little snow, but don’t grab that snow shovel. A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for north and central Georgia, noting only minimal winter weather…

Community, Giving Back to the Community February 4, 2026

Caregiving Without Burnout: Free Educational Program in Marietta for Adult Children of Aging Parents

ACAP Cobb & Cherokee submitted the following news release about a free educational program for adult children of aging parents: For many residents in Cobb and Cherokee counties, the “nine-to-five”…

News, Transportation February 4, 2026

Cobb DOT list of road and lane closures as of Wednesday, February 4

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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Health & Wellness March 2, 2026

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