Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

the sign in front of the Cobb County Board of Commissioners building

Cobb County December 2, 2023

Next public meetings for Cobb’s proposed Uniform Development codes begin December 6

Round 2 of the public meetings to get community engagement for the proposed Unified Development Code begins on December 6 with a meeting at the Windy Hill Community Center. The…

A large tree to the left of frame, surrounded by green undergrowth

Marietta December 2, 2023

Marietta Tree Keepers to hold a scavenger-hunt-themed tree planting event

by Larry Felton Johnson Trees are awesome. Trees in cities provide numerous benefits. They absorb harmful pollutants, reduce air pollution, and release oxygen, enhancing air quality. They also offer shade,…

Education December 1, 2023

Group accuses Cobb County School District of retaliation against critics

By Rebecca Gaunt A press conference was held Thursday by the Cobb Community Care Coalition that leveled charges of retaliation by Cobb County School District against critics of the district…

Official Photo of Marietta Police Chief Marty Ferrell

Marietta December 1, 2023

City to host public retirement celebration for Marietta Police Chief Marty Ferrell

by Larry Felton Johnson The City of Marietta will host a retirement celebration for Marietta Police Chief Marty Ferrell on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 2-5 p.m. at the First…

Photo of South Cobb Regional Library in article about fall book sale

Cobb County December 1, 2023

The Winter Charm of South Cobb Regional Library

by Kelly Johnson As predictable as the holidays draw a year’s end, as does cold weather tugs the sky for snow. Preferably the kind which would accumulate (more than stick)…

Silhouette of a football player running with the ball

Sports December 1, 2023

‘Twas The Fight Before Christmas: College Football Rankings

by John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science. LaGrange College It’s been said that in Britain, the national sport is gambling. In America, our true national pastime is arguing about…

Climate and Weather December 1, 2023

Weather alert for Cobb and region: widespread thunderstorms with possibility of localized flooding

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Friday December 1. Widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected, with a…

Doorway to magistrate court, the court which conducts eviction hearings

Kennesaw November 30, 2023

Probable cause found to charge Kennesaw man in drugs and weapons case

By Caleb Groves On Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023, a Cobb County Magistrate Court Judge found probable cause for a Kennesaw to be charged with holding large quantities of marijuana and…

education icon with silhouette of teach in front of class, holding a baton to a board.

Opinion November 30, 2023

When College Students Gamble, The Odds Are Stacked Against Them

by John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Gambling is a serious addiction. And college kids are more likely to fall prey to it. Schools must get the…

Matt Simpson sliding into goal in a Goalball game for the visually impaired

Smyrna November 30, 2023

Smyrna’s Matt Simpson Helps USA Goalball Team Punch Ticket to Paris 2024 Paralympics

Photo above: Matt Simpson (#7) of Smyrna, Ga., makes a save during the goalball competition at the 2023 Parapan American Games in Santiago, Chile. Bill Kellick of the U.S. Association…

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