Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes October 8, 2026

Cobb County Shopping Mall History: Test Your Knowledge

Shopping centers (aka malls) have been an important part of Cobb County’s culture since the post WW2 days, although lately, in the face of changes in American shopping habits, they’ve…

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Community Life, Things to Do October 8, 2026

A few things to do in Cobb County the weekend beginning Friday, Oct. 9

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, October 9 to Sunday, October 11. Be sure to check the information in the…

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News, Weather October 8, 2026

National Weather Service warns of possible flooding, strong winds and tornadoes in Cobb and other Georgia counties

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook Thursday morning, October 8, 2026, for much of north and central Georgia, including Cobb County and the Atlanta metropolitan area. The…

Crime & Public Safety October 7, 2026

Mableton selects Anita Allen as first police chief

Mableton has selected Anita Allen as its first police chief as the city prepares to launch its own police department, with full operations targeted for June 1, 2027. The Mableton…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes October 7, 2026

Which Cobb Creek Runs Through It?

In addition to an extensive network of trails and greenways, Cobb County enjoys a river and many creeks. But how much do you know about the county’s waterways? The Cobb…

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Food Safety, Health & Wellness October 7, 2026

USDA warns against eating 2 varieties of imported chicken sausages sold in Georgia and other states

Federal food safety officials are warning consumers not to eat two varieties of Grace canned chicken Vienna sausages distributed to stores in Georgia and four other states because the products…

News, Transportation October 7, 2026

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 7

Cobb County road closures Oct. 7, 2026 The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a…

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

Crime & Public Safety, Traffic incidents October 7, 2026

Cobb Police Investigate Fatal Multi-vehicle Crash on I-285

By Mark Woolsey Cobb police continue trying to untangle what happened in a multi-vehicle wreck which killed one person Saturday night. Investigators say a black 2006 Ford-150 was traveling east…

Art October 7, 2026

Smyrna History Museum Showcases Artist Nellie Mae Rowe

By Mark Woolsey A Cobb County resident for much of her adult life. Nellie Mae Rowe’s path echoes the life of many African-American woman in the early 20th century. Born…

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News, Weather October 7, 2026

Tropical Storm Isaias Could Affect Metro Atlanta By Friday

Tropical Storm Isaias could bring heavy rain, flooding, gusty winds and isolated tornadoes to north and central Georgia from Friday evening into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters…

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Weather October 11, 2026