Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

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Health & Wellness, Wellstar Health System August 11, 2026

Wellstar Completes Mountain Lakes Medical Center Acquisition

By Mark Woolsey Marietta-based Wellstar Health System says it’s finished its acquisition of Mountain Lakes Medical Center in Northeast Georgia, with the addition bringing the system to12 hospitals. The 25-bed…

News, Weather August 11, 2026

Georgia Storms Could Bring Gusty Winds, Hail and Heavy Rain

Isolated to scattered thunderstorms could bring severe weather to north and central Georgia Tuesday afternoon and evening, with strong gusty winds, small hail, frequent lightning and heavy rainfall among the…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes August 10, 2026

How Well Do You Know Cobb County Transportation History?

Transportation (and the traffic associated with it) has been a major, and often controversial, topic in Cobb County and the rest of metro Atlanta. But how much do you know…

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Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development August 10, 2026

Georgia gas prices fall 11 cents as statewide average drops to $3.76 a gallon

Georgia gas prices continued to fall this week, giving drivers some relief at the pump as the statewide average dropped to $3.76 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. The average…

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News, Weather August 10, 2026

Heavy Rain Could Cause Isolated Flash Flooding in North Georgia

Scattered thunderstorms could bring strong, gusty winds, small hail and heavy rainfall to parts of north Georgia Monday afternoon and evening, with isolated flash flooding possible. Additional scattered showers and…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes August 9, 2026

How much do you know about the performing arts scene in Cobb County? take Part 1 of our quiz and find out

By Larry Felton Johnson There are many venues to see live performances in Cobb County, and wherever you live in the county you are almost certain to be reasonably near…

Education, News August 9, 2026

Kennesaw State professor earns national award for contribution to education

[This article and the accompanying photo first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] Kennesaw State University professor Erik Malewski has received a national award for his…

News, Weather August 9, 2026

Georgia Storms Could Bring Wind, Hail and Heavy Rain

Scattered thunderstorms could bring strong, gusty winds, small hail and heavy rain to mainly north Georgia Sunday afternoon and evening, with isolated flash flooding and damaging wind gusts also possible….

Community, Giving Back to the Community August 9, 2026

Georgia Realtor Jessica Ellis turns community roots into service in Cobb and Paulding

For Georgia Realtor Jessica Ellis, being rooted in a community means more than just selling homes. It means helping put food on tables, supporting cancer patients and connecting people with…

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Business & Economy, Local Business August 8, 2026

Cobb County Issues 69 New Business Licenses Aug. 2-9

Cobb County issued 69 new business licenses between Aug. 2 and Aug. 9, 2026, with the latest list spanning restaurants, health and personal-care services, contractors, consultants, retailers and other small…

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Health & Wellness September 21, 2026