Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

Government & Politics, Local government February 3, 2026

Alicia Giddens begins new role as Cobb Water System Director

By Mark Woolsey Cobb’s water operations are in new hands. Alicia Giddens began work as Cobb Water System Director Monday, after being appointed to the post last week by the…

Business & Economy, Food and Restaurants February 2, 2026

Smalls Sliders coming to Windy Hill Road

By Mark Woolsey Rocky Moore and his commercial real estate development partner were looking for a means to an end. They wanted a franchise concept that would provide them with…

Arts & Culture, Dance February 2, 2026

Kennesaw Parks & Recreation to host a Valentine’s Dance on Friday, Feb. 13

The City of Kennsaw posted the following announcement: Kennesaw Parks & Recreation will host a Valentine’s Dance on Friday, Feb. 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Ben Robertson…

Running, Sports February 2, 2026

Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K to Celebrate 10th Anniversary with Festive Community Run

According to an announcement on the City of Marietta website, the Marietta Police Athletic League (PAL) is gearing up for the 10th Annual Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K Walk/Run, a St….

Crime & Public Safety February 2, 2026

Kennesaw State professor advocates a better way for former prisoners

[This article by Dave Shelles with photo by Matt Yung first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] The way Kennesaw State University professor Oluwayomi Paseda sees…

Photo of the home in the Pebblebrook High School attendance zone that sold for the highest price in December 2025

Home sale prices, Real Estate February 2, 2026

December 2025 home sales in Cobb County’s Pebblebrook High attendance zone

These prices for December 2025 home sales in the Pebblebrrok High School attendance zone are from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site. For an explanation of why we sort home…

The words "Black History Month" beside a stack of books

Community Life, Libraries February 2, 2026

Switzer Library shows the love in February with Black History Month and other events

By Kelly Johnson Within a weighty February schedule, which for a headquarters isn’t surprising, the Charles D. Switzer Public Library honors Black History Month with a handful of events. Leading…

Community February 2, 2026

Senior Citizens Council of Cobb to hold decluttering seminar

The Senior Citizens Council of Cobb County will hold another of its popular decluttering seminars on Friday, February 13 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The seminar will be at…

gasoline pump and an EV charging station with a car

Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development February 2, 2026

GA gas prices drop four cents on ample fuel supply and lower demand

According to AAA’s weekly report, Georgia gas prices edged lower over the past week, with the statewide average dropping to $2.66 per gallon as of Monday, supported by ample fuel…

News, Weather February 2, 2026

Black ice and sub-freezing wind chills threaten morning travel across parts of Georgia

Cold wind chills and lingering patchy black ice may create hazardous travel conditions across eastern Georgia this morning, though no significant weather threats are expected for the rest of the…

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