Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

Group photo of the ribbon-cutting for a Little Free Library in Marietta

Community Life, Libraries March 6, 2026

Cobb Collaborative, Marietta Leaders Open Two New Little Free Libraries

Cobb Collaborative submitted the following press release about the opening of two Little Free Libraries: On March 3, the Cobb Collaborative, the Kiwanis Club of Marietta and the City of…

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 March 6, 2026

City of Mableton to Receive 2026 Smart 20 Award for Cloud-Native System

The City of Mableton announced in a press release that Mableton will receive a 2026 Smart 20 Award on March 10. According to the website for the awards, “The Smart…

Cartoon-like drawing of two thunderclouds and three lightning bolts

News, Weather March 6, 2026

NWS: Storms Could Bring Gusty Winds and Lightning to Georgia

Thunderstorms could develop across north and central Georgia this afternoon, with a few storms capable of producing gusty winds and frequent lightning. While widespread severe weather is not expected, patchy…

Government & Politics, Local government March 5, 2026

Rome City Commission votes to support banning kratom

By Tovah Meyer [Meyer is a jounalism student at Kennesaw State University] The Rome City Commission voted unanimously Monday night to support the removal of kratom off the streets. This…

The sign in front of the Smyrna Police Department

Crime & Public Safety March 5, 2026

Smyrna closing its municipal jail

By Mark Woolsey The city of Smyrna is closing its municipal jail effective later this year and will work on strategies for repurposing the facility. City Council members approved the…

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

Community, Things to Do March 5, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday March 6 to Sunday, March 8

Friday, Mar. 6, 2026 Evening at Marietta SquareSpend a relaxed evening around Glover Park on the Marietta Square, where restaurants, pubs, and shops stay open late and frequently feature live…

A graphic of a group of women of diverse race and profession

Community Life, Libraries March 5, 2026

Cobb Public Library compiles reading list for Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, and the Cobb County Public Library compiled the following reading list in observance of the month that recognizes the contributions and accomplishments of women: Find…

Outgoing Chamber Chairman, Chris Britton of Brasfield & Gorrie, passing the leadership to 2026 Chairwoman, Melissa Cantrell of CDH Partners

Business & Economy, Local Business March 5, 2026

Cobb Chamber celebrates milestones, hands out awards

Photo above: Outgoing Chamber Chairman, Chris Britton of Brasfield & Gorrie, passing the leadership to 2026 Chairwoman, Melissa Cantrell of CDH Partners (photo provided by the Cobb Chamber) By Mark…

A sign at a RaceTrac advertising gasoline at $3.29

Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development March 4, 2026

A sample of gasoline prices around Mableton in photos

By Larry Felton Johnson The average cost of a gallon of unleaded gasoline in Georgia passed the $3.00 mark yeterday, driven by the unfolding war in Iran. As of the…

Powder Springs police SUV in front of brick clothing store

Crime & Public Safety March 4, 2026

Man dies after fatal gunshot from Powder Springs Police during mental health crisis call

According to details in public information releases from the Powder Springs Police Department and the GBI, a 34-year-old Acworth man was fatally shot by Powder Springs police who were responding…

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Crime & Public Safety May 3, 2026