Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

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Elections July 16, 2025

Peter Hubbard wins Democratic primary runoff for GA Public Service Commission

By Mark Woolsey Democratic voters have decided which candidate will face incumbent Republican Public Service Commissioner Fitz Johnson in the November general election. Final unofficial statewide totals in the Special…

Weather July 16, 2025

Heat index in Georgia expected to reach 100-105 degrees through the weekend

The National Weather Service is warning of heat indices reaching up to 105 degrees and the possibility of thunderstorms across north and central Georgia through the weekend. The National Weather…

Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community July 15, 2025

Marietta Cobb Museum is Building Community Through Art

[Photo by Brian Benefield] [This is the latest installment of “Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community” by Brian Benefield. Photo above by Brian Benefield] My wife, Cecilie, and I rarely win the…

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Food and Restaurants July 15, 2025

Husband-and-wife team open Tin Drum Asian Kitchen in Kennesaw

By Mark Woolsey One full decade and a couple of accidents of timing later, the husband-and-wife team of Tarandeep and Ramneek Singh have realized a long-held goal. They’re co-owners of…

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Dance July 15, 2025

Atlanta Ballet’s 2025-2026 season features tribute to influential artist Frida Kahlo

The Atlanta Ballet submitted the following press release announcing its 2025-2026 season at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre: Atlanta Ballet Artistic Director Gennadi Nedvigin has announced Atlanta Ballet’s 2025|2026…

Housing July 15, 2025

Elisha Johnson new Mission Advancement Officer for Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta

Smyrna-headquartered Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta announced that Elisha Johnson has been appointed to the role of Mission Advancement Officer for the affiliate. Johnson comes to Cobb County…

Juvenile Court July 15, 2025

Cobb Juvenile Court administrator Adophus Graves receives national award

Cobb Juvenile Court Administrator Adophus Graves recently received the Exemplary Leadership in Youth Justice Award from the National Resource Center for the Transformation of Youth Justice, also known as the…

Weather July 15, 2025

Scattered thunderstorms and intense heat expected across Georgia today

Scattered thunderstorms and intense heat are expected across Georgia today, with flooding possible along the I-85 corridor and continued storm activity and high temperatures forecast through the weekend. The National…

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Fuel Cost July 14, 2025

Average gasoline price in Georgia remains unchanged

According to AAA’s weekly report, gasoline prices in Georgia remained unchanged at an average cost of $2.90 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. The EV charging rate also maintained its…

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Youth activities July 14, 2025

Girl Scouts and Carter’s announce new immersive reading program

Girl Scouts and Carter’s Level Up the Typical Summer Book Club Reading Equals Adventure with Plot-Inspired Activities and Experiments for 200+ Area Girls: Cobb and Fulton Top Participating Counties The…

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