Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

News, Weather July 18, 2026

Scattered Thunderstorms and Dangerous Heat Expected Across Georgia Today

Scattered thunderstorms, dangerous heat, and the potential for localized flash flooding are expected across much of north and central Georgia today, according to the National Weather Service. Storms this afternoon…

A schoolhouse with books superimposed on the front

Education, News July 18, 2026

Trump to Highlight Trump Accounts During East Cobb Visit

By Mark Woolsey President Trump’s visit to Georgia next week highlighting an item on his education agenda is drawing strong-and predictable reaction from local political party and community activists. Trump…

Marietta History Center taken from other side of railroad tracks

Community, History July 17, 2026

Marietta History Center to host free Revolutionary America family program celebrating nation’s 250th anniversary

Families can celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by exploring colonial life and the Revolutionary Era during the Marietta History Center’s monthly Pop-In for Family Fun program on Saturday, July 19. The…

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

Community, Things to Do July 17, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday July 17 to Sunday, July 19

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, July 17, 2026 to Sunday, July 19, 2026. Be sure to check the information…

The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes July 17, 2026

Here’s Part 2 of a new series of quizzes about the City of Kennesaw

How much do you know about the City of Kennesaw? Take Part 2 of the Kennesaw quiz below and find out! To take Part 1 of the quiz, follow this…

News, Weather July 17, 2026

Thunderstorms and Heat Advisory Highlight Georgia Weather Forecast

Scattered thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts, heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and dangerous heat are expected across north and central Georgia today and into the weekend, according to the…

Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra in performance

Music July 17, 2026

Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra Announces Expanded Artistic Leadership Team for 2026–2027 Season

Marietta-based Georgia Symphony Orchestra distributed the following announcement: The Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra (GYSO) is pleased to announce an expanded artistic leadership team for the 2026–2027 season, bringing together an…

Woman holding up check from the Mookerji startup project

Business & Economy, Local Business July 17, 2026

Kennesaw State’s Mookerji Innovation Fund Hits 50 Startups in Just Over Five Years

Nearly $700,000 invested in student ventures has helped attract more than $5 million in follow-on funding [This article first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] A…

Brick Kennesaw government building with four tall wooden columns

Government & Politics, Local government July 16, 2026

Kennesaw plans property tax increase above rollback rate, schedules public hearings

The City of Kennesaw announced plans to increase its 2026 property tax millage rate above the rollback rate, triggering a series of public hearings required under Georgia law before the…

drawing of oil drilling and processing machinery

Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development July 16, 2026

Propelled by escalated fighting in Iran, gasoline prices are rising sharply again

By Larry Felton Johnson Propelled by the breakdown in the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, and the threat from the Trump administration of deploying ground troops in Iran, gasoline…

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International August 29, 2026