Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

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Government & Politics, Local government July 25, 2026

Cobb BOC gives go-ahead to student housing project

By Mark Woolsey Cobb County Board of Commissioners this week signaled their approval of a proposed student housing development in the Kennesaw State University area. A divided commission voted 3-2…

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News, Weather July 25, 2026

Georgia Faces Risk of Heavy Rain, Lightning and Flash Flooding

Afternoon thunderstorms are expected across north and central Georgia today, bringing the potential for frequent lightning, gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and localized flash flooding. Scattered to numerous storms are also…

Community Life, Libraries July 24, 2026

Vision To Learn/Cobb Library Partnership Provides Essential Back-To-School Glasses for Students

The Cobb County Public Library distributed the following announcemetn about the Vision To Learn project: Hundreds of Cobb County students are heading into the new school year with clearer vision…

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Education, News July 24, 2026

Public comments at the first Cobb school board meeting after Trump visit to Wheeler High

By Larry Felton Johnson The Cobb County Courier has been recording and posting the public comments at both the work sessions and regular meetings of the Cobb County Board of…

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Crime & Public Safety July 24, 2026

Smyrna Public Safety Foundation, first responders to honor 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks

The Smyrna Public Safety Foundation distributed the following announcement about an event marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks: The Smyrna Public Safety Foundation, in conjunction with the City…

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News, Weather July 24, 2026

Flood Watch Continues Across North Georgia as Heavy Rain Threat Persists

Flood Watch and Heavy Rain Threat Continue Across North and Central Georgia as Widespread Thunderstorms Persist A Flood Watch remains in effect for portions of north Georgia as increased showers…

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Opinion July 23, 2026

Cobb school board member Sayler responds to Trump visit to Wheeler High

Cobb Post 2 Board of Education member Becky Sayler posted to her Facebook account the following comments about President Donald Trump’s visit to Wheeler High. We’re reprinting the post with…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes July 23, 2026

How much do you know about Kennesaw State University (Part 3)? take the quiz and find out

By Larry Felton Johnson Kennesaw State University (KSU) grew from a junior college at its founding in the 1960s, to the third-largest university in Georgia. A few weeks ago we…

KSU President Kathy S. Schwaig and Scrappy, KSU's costumed owl mascot

Education, News July 23, 2026

Kennesaw State University showcases global impact through the FIFA World Cup 2026

PHOTO ABOVE: KSU President Kathy S. Schwaig and Scrappy, KSU’s costumed owl mascot [This article by Travis Highfield with photos by Matt Yung first appeared on the Kennesaw State University…

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Business & Economy, Local Business July 23, 2026

Cobb Chamber to Host Business After Hours Networking Event at Comcast Cable Communications Aug. 12

The Cobb Chamber announced it will host its next Business After Hours networking event on Wednesday, Aug. 12, at Comcast Cable Communications, bringing together local business leaders and professionals for…

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International August 29, 2026