Marietta

Marietta September 18, 2024

Arrest made in Marietta homicide

[The Cobb County Courier has a policy of withholding or redacting the name of suspects unless and until the person is convicted in a court of law or enters a…

Marietta September 14, 2024

Local traffic only on Callaway Road during North Georgia State Fair

The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office has announced a traffic plan for the area around Jim R. Miller Park for the 2024 North Georgia State Fair Sept. 19–29, Jim Miller Fairgrounds,…

An evergreen bonsai in a small ceramic tray

Marietta September 13, 2024

View 50 bonsais at Marietta Tree Keepers’ annual Fall Sip n’ Stroll

Marietta Tree Keepers‘ annual Fall Sip n’ Stroll on Friday, September 27th at 6:00 p.m., will feature a visit to the home of Marietta Bonsai Master Rick & Susan Dawsey….

A scarecrow in a lounge chair surrounded by pumpkins

Marietta September 4, 2024

Registration open for Marietta’s “Squarecrows” in the Square

A “squarecrow” is a scarecrow in a square. And registration for the City of Marietta‘s popular Squarecrows in the Square is now open. The announcement on the City of Marietta…

Marietta September 4, 2024

Marietta’s Ugly Sweater Parade returns this December

By Larry Felton Johnson Everyone living in a climate where it gets cold has owned an article of clothing like this at one time or another. I’m referring to the…

Marietta September 4, 2024

Marietta History Center highlights books at its September Pop-In

The Marietta History Center has scheduled a special Pop-In event for this month. The Pop-Ins are monthly events for the whole family, featuring crafts and education. On Saturday, September 21,…

Marietta September 1, 2024

Marietta’s Art in the Park continues through Labor Day

Marietta’s Art in the Park continues today and tomorrow (Sunday, September 1 and Labor Day, Monday September 2). According to the news release on the city’s website: Cobb County’s only…

Exterior of Marietta City Hall. Red brick modern building

Marietta August 30, 2024

Marietta issues its 2024 property tax bills

Photo: Larry Felton Johnson/Cobb County Courier It’s that time of year all homeowners look forward to! Well, not really. The City of Marietta Finance Department announced on the city’s website…

William Root House, a two story wooden pre-Civil War house

Marietta August 29, 2024

Marietta Roots Craft Beer Festival to benefit historic William Root House Museum

William Root House (photo by Larry Felton Johnson) Would you like to sample locally produced craft beer and food from local restaurants while supporting historic preservation? On September 13, several…

Marietta History Center taken from other side of railroad tracks

Marietta August 24, 2024

Marietta History Center will present “The Secrets and Scandals of Colonial Georgia.”

The Marietta History Center (MHC) announced on the City of Marietta website that the first event for its Fall programming schedule will feature Amy Albers, Georgia Room Library Assistant. On…

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Education November 23, 2024

What would it mean if President-elect Trump dismantled the US Department of Education?

by Kevin Welner, University of Colorado Boulder, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] In her role as former chief executive of World Wrestling Entertainment, Linda McMahon…

Education November 23, 2024

Fast fashion may seem cheap, but it’s taking a costly toll on the planet − and on millions of young customers

by Paula M. Carbone, University of Southern California, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Fast fashion is everywhere – in just about every mall, in the…

Health Care cost November 23, 2024

Doctor’s bills often come with sticker shock for patients − but health insurance could be reinvented to provide costs upfront

by Michal Horný, UMass Amherst, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] You have scheduled an appointment with a health care provider, but no matter how hard…

Opinion November 23, 2024

Bookman: Trump deportations, tariffs will stifle Georgia’s farming and tax-subsidized EV industries

by Jay Bookman, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] November 21, 2024 On Jan. 20 a new administration takes power in Washington, and…

Disability November 23, 2024

Georgians With Disabilities Are Still Being Institutionalized, Despite Federal Oversight

This article by Sam Whitehead first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sam Whitehead November 22, 2024 ATLANTA — Lloyd Mills was tired of being stuck in a…

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Arrest made in Marietta homicide

Local traffic only on Callaway Road during North Georgia State Fair

View 50 bonsais at Marietta Tree Keepers’ annual Fall Sip n’ Stroll

Registration open for Marietta’s “Squarecrows” in the Square

Marietta’s Ugly Sweater Parade returns this December

Marietta History Center highlights books at its September Pop-In

Marietta’s Art in the Park continues through Labor Day

Marietta issues its 2024 property tax bills

Marietta Roots Craft Beer Festival to benefit historic William Root House Museum

Marietta History Center will present “The Secrets and Scandals of Colonial Georgia.”