Community Life

Community Life November 6, 2025

Cobb sheriff announces toy drop-off locations for annual Santa on Wheels program

The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office distributed the following announcement that includes the toy drop-off locations for the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office and the Cobb Sheriff’s Foundation annual Santa on Wheels…

A color drawing of a wide assortment of fruits and vegetables

Food Security November 4, 2025

Cobb posts list of where to help those in danger of hunger during this time of job cuts and suspension of food security programs

In light of the threatened cessation of SNAP benefits and job loss driven by government cutbacks and furloughs, Cobb County posted the following announcement on its website: Many of you…

A cartoon drawing of a rooster, two hens, two chicks, and a hatchling along with a drawing of a chicken coop.

Smyrna November 3, 2025

1911 — when Smyrna was one of Georgia’s poultry centers

[This is an evergreen article that we periodically edit, expand and republish, about the history of Cobb County and its cities. This one is about the thriving poultry industry that…

Kennesaw October 31, 2025

Kennesaw City Cemetery hosts Life in the Cemetery Event

By Timothy Sturdivant Kennesaw City Cemetery hosted an event to raise awareness of the past residents who put Kennesaw on the map. The event took place thanks to the various…

Silhouettes of a group of soldiers with weapons and other gear

Community Life, Uncategorized October 31, 2025

Volunteers transform American Legion and VFW posts in Smyrna and Marietta

[Information provided in a press release from Swinerton Builders, who also provided the photos] In October, U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath joined more than 120 volunteers from Home Depot, Swinerton Builders and…

Fall season items: pumpkins, falling leaves, a fence with a bird

Libraries October 30, 2025

Mountain View Regional Library observes family and history for Thanksgiving

By Kelly Johnson In company with Family Storytime the week of Thanksgiving, Mountain View Regional Library celebrates International Game Day early in the month with its Family Game Day. This…

A line drawing of the Declaration of Independence with only the title distinct

Libraries October 26, 2025

North Cobb Regional Library celebrates 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence

By Kelly Johnson North Cobb Regional Library celebrates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a two-part event this November. The first event, The American Revolution in…

Libraries October 25, 2025

South Cobb Regional Library brings family spirit to its November schedule

The South Cobb Regional Library continues to serve the Mableton community this November, with its staple of family-centered, community outreach, and food & health programs. However, there are a handful…

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

Things to Do October 23, 2025

Things to do this weekend in Cobb: Fri Oct 24 to Sun Oct 26

Here are a few things to do in Cobb County over the weekend, from Friday, October 24, to Sunday, October 26, 2025. Friday October 24 The Georgia Ballet Presents: Dracula…

Sinister looking jack-o-lantern with books

Community Life October 22, 2025

Why is Halloween starting so much earlier each year? A business professor explains

by Jay L. Zagorsky, Boston University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Halloween is a fun, scary time for children and adults alike – but why…

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Government & Politics December 12, 2025

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