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Festivals July 30, 2025

Long-time vendor expresses fondness for North Georgia State Fair

By Mark Woolsey Michelle Spivey and her family have a warm regard for the North Georgia State Fair, presented by Superior Plumbing, set for Sept 18 through the 28th at…

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Weather July 30, 2025

How To Protect Yourself From A Heat Dome

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College It should have been one of my happiest memories. I was a new graduate student at Florida State University, and…

A heat map showing 100-110 degree heat index for much of Georgia on July 30

Weather July 30, 2025

Another day, another heat advisory in metro Atlanta

The National Weather Service issued another heat advisory for Wednesday, July 30, as scorching heat grips not only the metro Atlanta area, but the entire region. Bonus for the more…

Weather July 30, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, July 30, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts partly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, with a high near 92 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

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Government & Politics July 29, 2025

Georgia Republicans rush to return First Liberty donations but majority of funds are still missing

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 29, 2025 You expect to see politicians working hard to earn donations, but…

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Health & Wellness July 29, 2025

Lawfully Present Immigrants Help Stabilize ACA Plans. Why Does the GOP Want Them Out?

This article by Bernard J. Wolfson first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Bernard J. Wolfson July 29, 2025 If you want to create a perfect storm at…

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Science & Technology July 29, 2025

How wind and solar power helps keep America’s farms alive

by Paul Mwebaze, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Drive through the plains of Iowa or Kansas and you’ll see more…

Immigration July 29, 2025

Due process: What it means in US law and its implications for migrant rights

by Ray Brescia, Albany Law School, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] As the United States edges up to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of…

Government & Politics July 29, 2025

Why government support for religion doesn’t necessarily make people more religious

by Brendan Szendro, McGill University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The IRS will offer religious congregations more freedom to endorse political candidates without jeopardizing their…

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Cobb County July 29, 2025

Cobb County’s two earliest newspapers: the Marietta Advocate and the Marietta Helicon

by Larry Felton Johnson [This is an updated and expanded version of an article we published during December of 2024] I have a fascination with old newspapers. As a journalist,…

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Libraries July 29, 2025

South Cobb Library Eases Summer With Laser Focus and Organization

By Kelly Johnson Following the start of the new school year on the 4th, South Cobb Regional Library has a couple of interesting events scheduled for August. One offers a…

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Nonprofits July 29, 2025

Cobb Community Foundation highlights tomorrow deadline for nonprofits to join fundraising boost

By Mark Woolsey The Cobb Community Foundation says the deadline’s fast approaching for nonprofits to apply to take part in their annual “Match Magic: Cobb’s Holiday Giveathon.” initiative. Organizations have…

Weather July 29, 2025

Another heat advisory issued for Tuesday as scorching heat grips the metro Atlanta region

The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for a cluster of counties in and around metro Atlanta, with heat index up to 108 degrees possible until 8 p.m. Tuesday,…

Weather July 29, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, July 29, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny and hot skies here in Cobb County on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, with a high near 97 degrees. The National Weather Service has…

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Pets and Pet Adoption July 29, 2025

“My name is Jesse. Are you here to adopt me?”

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a male tabby domestic long hair. The following information on this potential family…

Pets and Pet Adoption July 29, 2025

“My name is Felix, and I’m a doggy in need of a permanent loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a male black/white pointer. The following information on this potential family member is…

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Food and Restaurants July 28, 2025

Keegan’s Irish Pub now open in downtown Acworth

Downton Acworth’s dining scene has gained a new player. Friday marked a ribbon-cutting for Keegan’s Irish Pub, 4815A South Main, which opened earlier this month. Mayor Tommy Allegood and a…

Crowd scene at Powder Springs Back to School Bash

Powder Springs July 28, 2025

Report and photos from Powder Springs Back to School Bash

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report with photos about the Powder Springs Back to School Bash: The Powder Springs Back to School Bash at the Ron Anderson…

Weather July 28, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, July 28, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Monday, July 28, 2025, with a high near 95 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

Food Safety July 28, 2025

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from July 18 to July 24

The following are scores for the past week for restaurants, school cafeterias, hotels, and other food service facilities in Cobb County from the Georgia Department of Public Health. For more…

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Long-time vendor expresses fondness for North Georgia State Fair

Long-time vendor expresses fondness for North Georgia State Fair

How To Protect Yourself From A Heat Dome

Another day, another heat advisory in metro Atlanta

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Georgia Republicans rush to return First Liberty donations but majority of funds are still missing

Lawfully Present Immigrants Help Stabilize ACA Plans. Why Does the GOP Want Them Out?

How wind and solar power helps keep America’s farms alive

Due process: What it means in US law and its implications for migrant rights

Why government support for religion doesn’t necessarily make people more religious

Cobb County’s two earliest newspapers: the Marietta Advocate and the Marietta Helicon

South Cobb Library Eases Summer With Laser Focus and Organization

Cobb Community Foundation highlights tomorrow deadline for nonprofits to join fundraising boost

Another heat advisory issued for Tuesday as scorching heat grips the metro Atlanta region

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, July 29, 2025

“My name is Jesse. Are you here to adopt me?”

“My name is Felix, and I’m a doggy in need of a permanent loving home!”

Long-time vendor expresses fondness for North Georgia State Fair

How To Protect Yourself From A Heat Dome

Another day, another heat advisory in metro Atlanta

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Georgia Republicans rush to return First Liberty donations but majority of funds are still missing

Lawfully Present Immigrants Help Stabilize ACA Plans. Why Does the GOP Want Them Out?

How wind and solar power helps keep America’s farms alive

Due process: What it means in US law and its implications for migrant rights

Why government support for religion doesn’t necessarily make people more religious

Cobb County’s two earliest newspapers: the Marietta Advocate and the Marietta Helicon

South Cobb Library Eases Summer With Laser Focus and Organization

Cobb Community Foundation highlights tomorrow deadline for nonprofits to join fundraising boost

Another heat advisory issued for Tuesday as scorching heat grips the metro Atlanta region

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, July 29, 2025

“My name is Jesse. Are you here to adopt me?”

“My name is Felix, and I’m a doggy in need of a permanent loving home!”

Keegan’s Irish Pub now open in downtown Acworth

Report and photos from Powder Springs Back to School Bash

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, July 28, 2025

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from July 18 to July 24