Articles by Larry Felton Johnson

Community Life June 6, 2025

Descendants to gather at Matilda’s Garden Juneteenth dedication

Friends of the Concord Covered Bridge Historic District distributed the following announcement: The Friends of the Concord Covered Bridge Historic District (FCCBHD) warmly invites the public to this year’s Matilda’s…

a screenshot of the six districts in Mableon, with 1,2,3 to the south, 4, 5, 6 to the north

Mableton June 6, 2025

Town hall about Mableton Service Delivery Strategy

The City of Mableton distributed the following announcement about a town hall for residents to ask questions about the city’s agreement with Cobb County and its implications: CITY OF MABLETON…

A color drawing of a wide assortment of fruits and vegetables

Food Security June 6, 2025

MUST Ministries: “these children face a need like we have never seen …”

By Mark Woolsey MUST Ministries’ Summer Lunch program got underway this week, and officials with the non-profit say they may serve more children than last year, when some 7000 to…

Possible flooding Georgia: Drawing of thunderclouds with lightning on a dark backdrop

Weather June 6, 2025

North and central Georgia could see severe storms tonight

Patchy fog and potentially severe thunderstorms are forecast across north and central Georgia today and tonight, prompting a hazardous weather outlook from the National Weather Service. The National Weather Service…

Acworth June 5, 2025

Acworth choking victim saved by officer’s fast action

By Mark Woolsey An Acworth police officer’s swift action saved the life of a choking victim on Wednesday, police spokesman Sgt. Eric Mistretta told the Courier. Police said in a…

A sidewalk lined with storefronts in The Battery

Community Life June 5, 2025

The Battery Atlanta releases its schedule of June events

The Battery Atlanta released the following June schedule of events: As summer approaches, The Battery Atlanta heats up the fun with a diverse lineup of events designed to inspire wellness,…

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Mental & Behavioral Health June 5, 2025

Increasing mental health knowledge goal of Highland Rivers Connect Training Institute

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health issued the following announcement about training it is making available through a new program: Highland Rivers Behavioral Health is capping Mental Health Awareness Month with the…

Weather June 5, 2025

North and Central Georgia face storm threats through Saturday

The National Weather Service is forecasting a series of thunderstorms across north and central Georgia, with isolated to scattered storms expected today and additional threats of severe weather persisting into…

Concord Covered Bridge in article about archeological investigation at Concord Covered Bridge

Community Life June 5, 2025

Concord Covered bridge reopens after yet another vehicle impact

PHOTO: Concord Covered Bridge (Larry Felton Johnson/Cobb County Courier) By Mark Woolsey Cobb County’s historic Concord Covered Bridge is back open after still another vehicle struck a portion of the…

Shameta Jones-Harrell in dress uniform (photo courtesy of City of Austell)

Austell June 4, 2025

Shameta Jones-Harrell appointed police chief of Austell

The City of Austell has a new police chief, one who has already been serving in that role. In a social media post, Austell officials announced that the city council…

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