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Health & Wellness June 29, 2026

She Struggled To Get a Lifesaving Drug Even After Insurers Vowed To Help

This article by Samantha Liss first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jun 29, 2026 LADUE, Mo. — Over four consecutive days in January, Margaret Hvatum ran a…

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Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness

She Struggled To Get a Lifesaving Drug Even After Insurers Vowed To Help


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Government & Politics, State Government

Ossoff, Bottoms declare ‘United for Georgia’ at joint campaign rally in Savannah


Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government

Bottoms wants Georgia to meet its universal pre-K pledge. It’s a tough campaign promise to keep.


Chattahoochee at Highway 78 bridge

Environment

Your local fishing hole is getting browner, changing which fish species thrive and which ones struggle



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International

Americans are not as well off as people in peer nations – US safety net’s shortfalls show up in global data


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History

As Route 66 turns 100, what is it that we’re actually celebrating?


A grey tabby kitten sitting inside a cage, looking scared

Pets and Pet Adoption

“I’m a kitty in need of a permanent loving home!”


A blonde/white Labrador retriever with tongue's out, looking happy

Pets and Pet Adoption

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



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Puzzles Games and Quizzes

Here’s Part 1 of a new series of quizzes about the City of Kennesaw


Group photo of We Thrive on Riverside cleanup volunteers

Community, Giving Back to the Community

We Thrive On Riverside Volunteers Clean Litter From Blair’s Bridge Road


Marker for Revolutionary War soldiers in Marietta cemetery

Community Life, Libraries

Switzer Library Honors Revolutionary War Soldiers for America 250


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Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development

Georgia Gas Prices Decline Ahead of Fourth of July Travel Rush



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News, Weather

Scorching Heat Index Up to 110 Degrees Expected Across Central and North Georgia


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Weather

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, June 29, 2026


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Business & Economy, Local Business

Cobb County Adds 57 New Businesses Across Multiple Industries


The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes

A new quiz about the City of Smyrna: Part 2



Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness June 29, 2026

She Struggled To Get a Lifesaving Drug Even After Insurers Vowed To Help

This article by Samantha Liss first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jun 29, 2026 LADUE, Mo. — Over four consecutive days in January, Margaret Hvatum ran a…


sign with American flag stating "Vote Here"

Government & Politics, State Government June 29, 2026

Ossoff, Bottoms declare ‘United for Georgia’ at joint campaign rally in Savannah

by Craig Nelson, The Current GA, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] June 28, 2026 There was no mistaking the message that incumbent…


Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government June 29, 2026

Bottoms wants Georgia to meet its universal pre-K pledge. It’s a tough campaign promise to keep.

by Jeff Amy, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] June 29, 2026 Key points: Georgia’s decades-old pre-K program is struggling to keep up with…


Chattahoochee at Highway 78 bridge

Environment June 29, 2026

Your local fishing hole is getting browner, changing which fish species thrive and which ones struggle

by Allison M. Roth, University of Missouri-Columbia and Irene Gregory-Eaves, McGill University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The lakes, streams and ponds you’ve visited for…


Drawing of an unfolding world map showing all continents except Antarctica

International June 29, 2026

Americans are not as well off as people in peer nations – US safety net’s shortfalls show up in global data

by Stephen Bagwell, University of Missouri-St. Louis and Susan Randolph, University of Connecticut,  [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] As the United States celebrates the 250th…


Route 66 road sign

History June 29, 2026

As Route 66 turns 100, what is it that we’re actually celebrating?

by Daniel Milowski, Arizona State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Working in concert, the American Association of State Highway Officials and the Bureau of…


A grey tabby kitten sitting inside a cage, looking scared

Pets and Pet Adoption June 29, 2026

“I’m a kitty in need of a permanent loving home!”

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


A blonde/white Labrador retriever with tongue's out, looking happy

Pets and Pet Adoption June 29, 2026

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

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


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Puzzles Games and Quizzes June 29, 2026

Here’s Part 1 of a new series of quizzes about the City of Kennesaw

How much do you know about the City of Kennesaw? Take the quiz below and find out! The Cobb County Courier runs daily quizzes. Each quiz will focus on a…


Group photo of We Thrive on Riverside cleanup volunteers

Community, Giving Back to the Community June 29, 2026

We Thrive On Riverside Volunteers Clean Litter From Blair’s Bridge Road

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report with photos about the We Thrive On Riverside litter cleanup: We Thrive On Riverside had a great turnout at their litter cleanup…


Marker for Revolutionary War soldiers in Marietta cemetery

Community Life, Libraries June 29, 2026

Switzer Library Honors Revolutionary War Soldiers for America 250

Photo: DAR marker in Marietta honoring Revolutionary War soldiers: Larry Johnson/Cobb County Courier By Kelly Johnson Of the plethora of July events scheduled at the Charles D. Switzer Library, there…


gasoline pump and an EV charging station with a car

Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development June 29, 2026

Georgia Gas Prices Decline Ahead of Fourth of July Travel Rush

Georgia drivers are seeing lower prices at the pump heading into the busy Fourth of July travel period, with statewide gasoline prices continuing to fall even as holiday travel demand…


A cartoon figure of a man sweating in the hot sun

News, Weather June 29, 2026

Scorching Heat Index Up to 110 Degrees Expected Across Central and North Georgia

A Heat Advisory remains in effect from noon until 8 p.m. EDT Monday for a large portion of central and north Georgia, where heat index values are expected to reach…


Photo of Veterans Memorial Highway on a clear day with the Cobb County Courier logo and the words "Weather forecast"

Weather June 29, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, June 29, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Monday, June 29, 2026, with a high near 95 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…


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Business & Economy, Local Business June 28, 2026

Cobb County Adds 57 New Businesses Across Multiple Industries

Cobb County issued 57 new business licenses during the June 21–28, 2026 reporting period. This week’s filings show a broad mix of professional services, healthcare providers, contractors, beauty businesses, real…


The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes June 28, 2026

A new quiz about the City of Smyrna: Part 2

This is Part 2 of a series of quizzes about the City of Smyrna. To do the first quiz, follow this link. The City of Smyrna is one of the…


Photo of Veterans Memorial Highway on a clear day with the Cobb County Courier logo and the words "Weather forecast"

Weather June 28, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Sunday, June 28, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Sunday, June 28, 2026, with a high near 92 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…


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Community Life, Libraries June 28, 2026

Summer fun and learning at the West Cobb Regional Library

Image above: Backyard Chicken Keeper’s Club is one of the many features on West Cobb Regional Library’s July schedule By Kelly Johnson After summer’s official start (with the June 21st…


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News, Weather June 28, 2026

North and Central Georgia Face Heat and Scattered Thunderstorms Again Sunday

Heat Advisory, Scattered Thunderstorms Expected Across North and Central Georgia Today Dangerous heat and scattered thunderstorms are expected across much of north and central Georgia today, with heat index values…


A sidewalk lined with storefronts in The Battery

Business & Economy, Local Business June 27, 2026

Cumberland Area Council panel to provide insider update on The Henry development in on July 8

Photo above: Street view of Battery Ave. in the Cumberland area: Larry Johnson/Cobb County Courier According to a press release from the Cobb Chamber, business and community leaders will get…


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