Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

History January 16, 2026

How Veterans Memorial Highway got its start

[This article is part of an ongoing project of resurrecting evergreen articles from the Cobb County Courier’s stacks, and expanding them with newly discovered information] By Larry Felton Johnson A…

Color drawing of flames engulfing a forest representing high fire danger

News, Weather January 16, 2026

Increased Fire Risk Across Central Georgia; Snow possible in the North Georgia

Increased fire danger is expected across central and parts of north Georgia today, with light snow possible in the far northern mountains tonight. Another storm system could bring wintry precipitation…

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Elections, Government & Politics January 15, 2026

Cobb’s early voting set for race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene; over 20 candidates qualify

There are two developments in the March 10 election set to replace former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. The early voting schedule was set by the Cobb County Board of Elections…

a screenshot of the six districts in Mableon, with 1,2,3 to the south, 4, 5, 6 to the north

Government & Politics, Local government January 15, 2026

Mableton Earns Silver-level Green Communities Certification for Environmental Leadership

According to a city news release, the City of Mableton has received Silver-level Green Communities certification from the Atlanta Regional Commission, recognizing its strides toward sustainability and more efficient municipal…

News, Transportation January 15, 2026

Cobb County Awarded $8.45M Federal Grant to Improve Safety on High-Risk Roads

Cobb County announced in a news release on its website that it will receive $8.45 million in federal funding to enhance roadway safety along several high-risk corridors. The funding comes…

A batter at the plate in a KSU baseball game

college baseball, Sports January 15, 2026

Mickey Dunn Stadium roars to life this spring

[This article by Dave Shelles with photo by Darnell Wilburn first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] When Owls shortstop Shamaar McDuffie laces up his spikes…

Photo from 1914 newspaper with group of Atlanta boosters meeting in Chattanooga about Dixie Highway project

History January 15, 2026

The automobile in Cobb County: The history of the Dixie Highway

By Larry Felton Johnson [This an evergreen article that we periodically republish as our readership grows, with added materials from the Georgia Historic Newspapers database and website housed at the…

The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes January 15, 2026

How much do you know about Cobb transportation and roadways?

It seems like road work and lane closures never cease in Cobb County. But how much do you know about Cobb’s transportation infrastructure and roadways? Take the 10-question quiz below…

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

Community, Things to Do January 15, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday Jan 16 to Sunday Jan 18

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, January 16, to Sunday, January 18, 2026. Friday, January 16, 2026 Comedy on the…

Crime & Public Safety January 15, 2026

Two Cobb police officers face unrelated charges involving abuse of minors

Two Cobb County police officers are facing criminal charges involving abuse of minors. In the first case, Officer Withman Benjamin, 47, of Canton is charged with one count of sexual…

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