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News, Weather May 24, 2026

North and Central Georgia Face Severe Thunderstorm Risk Sunday

North and central Georgia could see strong to severe thunderstorms Sunday afternoon and evening, with damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning and locally heavy rain that may cause flash flooding concerns….

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News, Transportation May 23, 2026

This week’s schedule of lane closures for the ongoing $1.2 billion I-285 and I-20 West Interchange project in Cobb and Fulton

The Georgia Department of Transportation released the following updated schedule of lane closures for I-285 and I-20 for the estimated $1.2 billion I-285/I-20 West Interchange project. This week’s updated schedule…

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News, Weather May 23, 2026

Severe Thunderstorm Risk Continues Across North and Central Georgia

A hazardous weather outlook is in effect for north and central Georgia through Friday, with scattered to numerous thunderstorms expected and a risk of damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning and…

News, Weather May 22, 2026

Strong Storms Possible Across Metro Atlanta Friday as Scattered Thunderstorms Expected

Cobb County Could See Heavy Rain and Damaging Winds Scattered thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts, frequent lightning, heavy rainfall and localized flash flooding are expected across much of…

Education, News May 21, 2026

Kennesaw State advancing its research impact as new member of Georgia Research Alliance

[This article first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] Kennesaw State University is expanding its commitment to conducting research that accelerates innovation and economic growth across…

News, Weather May 21, 2026

Scattered Thunderstorms Expected Across North and Central Georgia Thursday

A hazardous weather outlook is in effect for north and central Georgia today, with scattered thunderstorms likely this afternoon along and north of I-85. Gusty winds, heavy rain, frequent lightning…

News, Transportation May 20, 2026

What county roads in Cobb County are closed or have lane closures as of Wednesday, May 20?

The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a particular roadway, click on the legend to…

News, Weather May 20, 2026

Lightning and Heavy Rain Possible Across Georgia Through Saturday

Scattered thunderstorms are expected across north and central Georgia from Thursday through Saturday, with lightning and locally heavy rainfall possible, according to the National Weather Service outlook issued Wednesday morning….

Education, News May 19, 2026

Cobb schools adopts $1.88 billion budget for FY 2027

Photo above: Mableton Elementary and Cobb school bus Larry Johnson/Cobb County Courier By Rebecca Gaunt The Cobb County school board approved its $1.88 billion budget for fiscal year 2027 at…

News, Weather May 18, 2026

North and Central Georgia Face Thunderstorm Chances Through Saturday

North and central Georgia face isolated to scattered thunderstorm chances through Saturday, with gusty winds, frequent lightning, small hail and locally heavy rainfall possible. The National Weather Service issued a…

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News, Transportation May 30, 2026

This week’s schedule of lane closures for the ongoing $1.2 billion I-285 and I-20 West Interchange project in Cobb and Fulton

Business & Economy, Local Business May 30, 2026