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Puzzles Games and Quizzes July 20, 2026

How much do you know about the City of Powder Springs: Take Part 1 of our quiz

The City of Powder Springs began as one of the earliest settlements in Cobb County. But how much do you know about it? Take Part 1 of our series of…

History July 20, 2026

Powder Springs History: a 1907 train wreck

[This is an evergreen article that we periodically update and republish, first published in the Courier in May of 2024] Trains played a very important part in Cobb County’s history,…

Row of buildings in downtown Powder Springs

Government & Politics, Local government June 26, 2026

Powder Springs to Reserve 34 Downtown Parking Spaces for Local Business Employees

By Mark Woolsey [Corrections: The original article stated 24 spaces were reserved in the Oakview Drive lot. The number is 22. Also, on second mention, the article stated “city employees.”…

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Community Life June 19, 2026

Powder Springs’ annual 4th of July Celebration to provide fun night for residents and visitors

The City of Powder Springs distributed the following announcement about its Independence Day celebration: The City of Powder Springs is presenting its annual free-to-the-public 4th of July Celebration with a…

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Crime & Public Safety June 18, 2026

Suspect in Powder Springs Home Invasion Arrested in Ohio

[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…

Photo of Powder Springs Seafood Festival from 2025 looking down over the crowd at the amphitheatre

Community Life, Festivals April 16, 2026

Seafood, sounds & springtime fun return to Powder Springs May 15-17

One of Powder Springs’ most anticipated annual events, its Seafood Festival, brings residents and visitors together for a weekend of food, music, artisans, and a new car show in the…

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Cobb County, Government & Politics April 3, 2026

Powder Springs Housing Development Combines Affordable and Market Homes

The affordable housing non-profit Habitat for Humanity and a veteran local homebuilder are partnering to establish a mixed-use housing development in Powder Springs-It is a project that’s breaking new ground…

Music March 31, 2026

Powder Springs to host free Brown Bag Concert Series in April

Photos provided by the City of Powder Springs The City of Powder Springs announced that it will resume its popular Brown Bag Concert Series in April, offering free midday performances…

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Crime & Public Safety March 16, 2026

Marietta Man Killed in Powder Springs Train Crash, Police Say

A 26-year-old Marietta man was killed early Saturday when his pickup truck became stuck on railroad tracks and was struck by a freight train in Powder Springs, according to Cobb…

Powder Springs police SUV in front of brick clothing store

Crime & Public Safety March 9, 2026

UPDATED: Man Dies After Shooting at Powder Springs Park, Police Investigating

The Powder Springs Police Department updated the information below with the following: “At this stage of the investigation, the shooter has been identified, remained on scene, and is cooperating with…

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Health & Wellness July 20, 2026