Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

Climate and Weather July 15, 2023

Scattered thunderstorms expected across north and central Georgia this afternoon and evening

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and much of north and central Georgia for today, Saturday, July 15. Scattered and isolated thunderstorms are…

Transportation July 14, 2023

Lane closures scheduled on I-75 this weekend near Smyrna and Vinings

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announced lane closures on I-75 this weekend near Smyrna and Vinings in Cobb and Fulton counties. The GDOT press release describes the scope and…

Cobb County July 14, 2023

Gina Hawkins appointed Assistant Chief Deputy in Cobb Sheriff’s Office

According to a public information release from the office of Sheriff Craig Owens, the sheriff has appointed Gina Hawkins as Assistant Chief Deputy. Hawkins served as the Police Chief of…

The sign in front of Acworth City Hall: Text reading Acworth Georgia 4415 Senator Richard B. Russell Ave, with 1860 (the incorporation date of the city)

Acworth July 14, 2023

Acworth to hold three public hearings on proposed property tax increase

The City of Acworth has announced a proposed tax increase, and has scheduled the three hearings required by state law before voting on the increase. There is no proposed increase…

Mableton city council an mayor seated at long table

Mableton July 14, 2023

Training in city government for Mableton mayor and council begins today

Mayor Michael Owens and the members of the Mableton City Council will begin training in city government from the Georgia Municipal Association this evening. Tonight’s training will be followed by…

Climate and Weather July 14, 2023

Weather alert: Thunderstorms with Potential for Strong Winds and Lightning approaching Cobb County

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and much of north and central Georgia for today, Friday, July 14. Scattered and isolated thunderstorms are…

A series of graphics depicting charts and tables, with "Cobb by the Numbers" above it

Cobb by the Numbers July 13, 2023

What are the richest and poorest parts of Cobb County? Here’s an interactive map to show you

[This in one of our series “Cobb by the Numbers” which uses data from the census and various other sources to paint a picture of our large and changing county]…

Commissioner JoAnn Birrell at the BOC dais.

Cobb County July 13, 2023

Cobb BOC approves street light district; holds first public hearing on proposed tax increase

By Caleb Groves, July 13, 2023 MARIETTA, Ga.- The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved the creation of the Brookcliff street light district at it’s meeting on Tuesday, July 11….

Opinion July 13, 2023

Minor League Braves Records Boost The Myth That The Cupboard Is Bare For Atlanta

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Those tired of the Atlanta Braves string of success across the decades seem ever gleeful to report “the cupboard is…

Climate and Weather July 13, 2023

Despite mostly sunny morning skies, scattered thunderstorms expected to spread in Cobb and region this afternoon

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and much of north and central Georgia due to the expected spread of scattered thunderstorms this afternoon….

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