Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

Mableton June 14, 2023

Mayor Owens: no millage rate for the City of Mableton

The City of Mableton distributed the following press release announcing that Mayor Michael Owens has notified Cobb County it will not collect city taxes through a millage rate on property:…

The front of the Strand Theatre, with a large old-fashioned marquee

Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community June 14, 2023

Karen Knotts “Tied Up In Knotts” at The Strand Theatre

[This is the latest installment of “Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community” by Brian Benefield] I have sentimental memories of whistling along with the opening theme of The Andy Griffith Show,…

Climate and Weather June 14, 2023

Tornado Watch and Flood Watch issued for central Georgia as storms continue

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for parts of central and west Georgia , along with a tornado watch until 7 p.m. and a flood watch also…

Exterior of Marietta City Hall. Red brick modern building

Marietta June 14, 2023

Marietta Fire Department accepting applications

The Marietta Fire Department is accepting applications. The City of Marietta posted the following details on its website: The Marietta Fire Department is pleased to announce that its recruiting process…

Stacey Chapman holding trophy in front of a theatre marquee

Business June 14, 2023

Cobb Executive Women names Stacey Chapman winner of 2023 Woman of Distinction Award

The Cobb Chamber’s Cobb Executive Women (CEW) named Stacey Chapman, Senior Vice President of CROFT & Associates, the winner of the 2023 Woman of Distinction Award at the Chamber’s June…

Science and Technology June 14, 2023

Kennesaw State micro-credential initiative earns national recognition

[This article by Thomas Hartwell was first published on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] Kennesaw State University’s innovative digital credentialing program has earned another national recognition. 1EdTech,…

Detail of Cobb County Police Department STEP Unit vehicle in article about fatal accident on I-75

Cobb County June 13, 2023

Two killed in collision with stationary tractor trailer on I-75 near Chastain Road in Cobb County

According to a public information release from Officer Aaron Wilson of the Cobb County Police Department, the department’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P. Unit) is investigating a traffic fatality on…

Climate and Weather June 13, 2023

Scattered to numerous thunderstorms expected Tuesday for portions of north and central Georgia

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other counties in the region, due to the expectation of scattered to numerous thunderstorms across much of…

A crowd in front of a live band on a stage marked Kennesaw Salute to America

Kennesaw June 12, 2023

Kennesaw Independence Day celebration on Monday July 3

The City of Kennesaw distributed the following announcement about its upcoming Independence Day celebration, to be held on Monday, Jul 3, 2023. The City of Kennesaw will host its annual…

Climate and Weather June 12, 2023

Weather update: scattered thunderstorms expected in Cobb and other counties in the region this afternoon: June 12, 2023

Weather update: Scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon in a region of Georgia that include Cobb County, according to an updated hazardous weather outlook from the National Weather Service. What…

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