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Energy September 24, 2026

Trump speculates on diesel fuel export ban as high prices ripple across US economy

by Vidya Mani, University of Virginia; Cornell University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Diesel fuel powers long-distance trucks, freight locomotives, boats and barges, farm machinery,…

A black/white cat with a pink leash sitting on a metal table

Pets and Pet Adoption September 24, 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 black/white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

A black/brown Labrador retriever with a pink leash, looking angry

Pets and Pet Adoption September 24, 2026

“My name is Kween, 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 female black/brown labrador retriever. The following information on this potential family member…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 24, 2026

How much do you know about KSU’s engineering programs?

The tradition of Kennesaw State University’s engineering program goes back decades, beginning with a technical school and an engineering college set up primarily focused on the needs of the Lockheed…

Education, News September 24, 2026

Kennesaw State rises in U.S. News rankings of top universities

[This article first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] Kennesaw State University continues to rise in stature among the nation’s universities while earning a top spot…

Cobb weather September 24: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather September 24, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, September 24, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Thursday, September 24, 2026, with a high near 74 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be partly…

Officials with ribbon in front of new Kennesaw Public Safety Facility

Crime & Public Safety September 24, 2026

City of Kennesaw Celebrates Opening of New Public Safety Facility

The City of Kennesaw distributed the following press release (with photo) about the recent opening of its new Public Safety Facility: The City of Kennesaw officially opened its new 25,000-square-foot…

Welcome to Cobb County brick sign at Henderson Road on Veterans Memorial

Community Life September 24, 2026

Things to Do in Cobb County This Weekend, Sept. 25-27

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, September 25 to Sunday, September 27. Be sure to check the information in the…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 23, 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 beige domestic medium hair. The following information on this potential family…

Pets and Pet Adoption September 23, 2026

“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 female tan/white hound. The following information on this potential family member is…

Aging September 23, 2026

Nursing Home Beds Are Becoming More Scarce

This article by Paula Span first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 23, 2026 The San Vicente de Paúl Nursing Home in the South Bronx hasn’t admitted…

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Government & Politics September 23, 2026

Economic Frustration Tests Trump’s Standing With Rural Voters, New KFF-AP Poll Finds

This article by Sarah Jane Tribble, Ali Swenson, and Linley Sanders, The Associated Press, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 23, 2026 About half of rural…

Justice September 23, 2026

Ballot question in November would make Georgia’s probate judges nonpartisan

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 23, 2026 Do you want to know what political party the judge who…

Color drawing of the south side of the White House

Government & Politics September 23, 2026

GOP’s ‘rubberstamp’ of Trump puts US Senate in play, Dem campaign chair says

by Jennifer Shutt, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 22, 2026 WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Democrats believe they could pick up as…

Map of the U.S. alongside a map of China

Economy September 23, 2026

How the US gave up its edge to China in processing vital rare earth minerals – and what that’s costing

by Charles Edward Gehrke, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Look around you, and you’ll see rare earth elements at work….

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Nutrition September 23, 2026

Fiber is both diet fad and fixture for good health – a doctor explains why there is no one‑size‑fits‑all way to increase your intake

by Jean Liew, Boston University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The numbers are clear: Americans aren’t getting enough fiber. Research has consistently shown that high-fiber…

International September 23, 2026

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Trump speculates on diesel fuel export ban as high prices ripple across US economy

Trump speculates on diesel fuel export ban as high prices ripple across US economy

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

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

How much do you know about KSU’s engineering programs?

Kennesaw State rises in U.S. News rankings of top universities

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, September 24, 2026

City of Kennesaw Celebrates Opening of New Public Safety Facility

Things to Do in Cobb County This Weekend, Sept. 25-27

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

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

Nursing Home Beds Are Becoming More Scarce

Economic Frustration Tests Trump’s Standing With Rural Voters, New KFF-AP Poll Finds

Ballot question in November would make Georgia’s probate judges nonpartisan

GOP’s ‘rubberstamp’ of Trump puts US Senate in play, Dem campaign chair says

How the US gave up its edge to China in processing vital rare earth minerals – and what that’s costing

Fiber is both diet fad and fixture for good health – a doctor explains why there is no one‑size‑fits‑all way to increase your intake

Trump speculates on diesel fuel export ban as high prices ripple across US economy

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

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

How much do you know about KSU’s engineering programs?

Kennesaw State rises in U.S. News rankings of top universities

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, September 24, 2026

City of Kennesaw Celebrates Opening of New Public Safety Facility

Things to Do in Cobb County This Weekend, Sept. 25-27

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

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

Nursing Home Beds Are Becoming More Scarce

Economic Frustration Tests Trump’s Standing With Rural Voters, New KFF-AP Poll Finds

Ballot question in November would make Georgia’s probate judges nonpartisan

GOP’s ‘rubberstamp’ of Trump puts US Senate in play, Dem campaign chair says

How the US gave up its edge to China in processing vital rare earth minerals – and what that’s costing

Fiber is both diet fad and fixture for good health – a doctor explains why there is no one‑size‑fits‑all way to increase your intake

Russia‑Ukraine war is accelerating the dangerous race toward fully autonomous drones

How much do you know about Cobb County? Take the quiz and find out

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Sep. 23

Braves lead among metro sports franchises: again