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Health & Wellness November 7, 2025

Wielding Obscure Budget Tools, Trump’s ‘Reaper’ Vought Sows Turmoil in Public Health

This article by Amy Maxmen and Oona Zenda first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Amy Maxmen and Oona Zenda November 7, 2025 When President Donald Trump posted…

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Transportation November 7, 2025

Here are airports hit by the FAA pullback on air traffic; 3,300 flights daily to be canceled

by Jacob Fischler, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] November 6, 2025 The 40 airports set to see a 10% reduction in flights…

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Pets and Pet Adoption November 7, 2025

Diane Keaton’s $5M pet trust would be over the top if reports prove true – here’s how to ensure your beloved pet is safe after you are gone

by Allison Anna Tait, University of Richmond, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Diane Keaton loved her dog, Reggie. The award-winning actor, director and real estate…

The "Star of Life" symbol represents medicine and health care. Three rectangles are arranged in a radial pattern to form a sort of abstract star shape, with a snake coiled around a staff superimposed on the center.

Health & Wellness November 7, 2025

Why does your doctor seem so rushed and dismissive? That bedside manner may be the result of the health care system

by Marisha Burden, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] We’ve all been there: You wait 45 minutes in the exam…

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Government & Politics November 7, 2025

A brief history of congressional oversight, from Revolutionary War financing to Pam Bondi

by Gibbs Knotts, Coastal Carolina University and Drew Kurlowski, Coastal Carolina University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Routine congressional oversight hearings usually don’t make headlines….

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History November 7, 2025

Question from an 1895 Atlanta newspaper: “Has the bicycle come to stay?”

[This is one of a group of evergreen articles that we often update with new information and republish] By Larry Felton Johnson Here at the Courier, we make heavy use…

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Pets and Pet Adoption November 7, 2025

“My name is Maple, and 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 white/grey domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

An apricot/white Siberian husky sitting on a grass with tongue's out

Pets and Pet Adoption November 7, 2025

“My name is Cinnamon, 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 apricot/white Siberian husky. The following information on this potential family member…

Weather November 7, 2025

Weekend weather mix in metro Atlanta includes fog, storms, and a likely hard freeze by Tuesday

North and central Georgia face a mix of weather risks today through early next week, including dense fog, the potential for isolated severe thunderstorms, and a likely hard freeze early…

Weather November 7, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, November 7, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Friday, November 7, 2025, with a high near 73 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

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Arts & Culture November 6, 2025

Renowned Silhouette Artist Clay Rice to Visit Marietta

According to an announcement on the City of Marietta website, internationally acclaimed silhouette artist Clay Rice will make a special appearance at the William Root House on Sunday, Nov. 9,…

Mental & Behavioral Health November 6, 2025

The Highland Rivers Foundation Board of Directors will meet on Wednesday, November 12

The Highland Rivers Foundation distributed the following announcement: The Highland Rivers Foundation Board of Directors will meet on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Northside Hospital Cherokee –…

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Things to Do November 6, 2025

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Fri Nov 7 to Sun Nov 9

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday November 7 to Sunday November 9. Friday, November 7, 2025 Marietta Square Art WalkA…

Atlanta Ballet Dancers Airi Igarashi & Angel Ramirez

Dance November 6, 2025

Atlanta Ballet Brings Holiday Magic With Annual Production of The Nutcracker

Photo Above: Atlanta Ballet Dancers Airi Igarashi & Angel Ramirez from 2024 production — provided by the Atlanta Ballet A holiday tradition returns as the Atlanta Ballet presents its annual…

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Environment November 6, 2025

Cobb DOT to remove trees, add replacement trees and greenery on Columns Drive

On Friday, November 7, the Cobb Department of Transportation will begin a project of removing 57 median trees from Columns Drive, then replacing them with another 50 trees in the…

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Mableton November 6, 2025

Mableton announces live and virtual public meeting for Mableton 2045 Comprehensive Plan this evening

The City of Mableton distributed the following announcement about this evening’s public meeting about the Mableton 2045 Comprehensive Plan: City of Mableton Announces HYBRID Public Meeting for the Mableton 2045…

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Pets and Pet Adoption November 6, 2025

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

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

A brindle/white American pit bull terrier with tongue's out

Pets and Pet Adoption November 6, 2025

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

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a male brindle/white American pit bull terrier. The following information on this potential…

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Business & Economy November 6, 2025

Cobb Chamber to host Community Insights Tour of the Atlanta Beltline next February

The Cobb Chamber, in partnership with presenting sponsor Brasfield & Gorrie, announced in a press release that it will host the annual Community Insights Tour, offering local leaders a unique…

Arthur Liou

Kennesaw State University November 6, 2025

Kennesaw State’s Arthur Liou installed as Audrey Bailey Morgan Distinguished Endowed Dean’s Chair

[This article by Dave Shelles with a photo by Darnell Wilburn was first published on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] Kennesaw State University’s Arthur Liou was installed…