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Health & Wellness October 28, 2026

Plans with cheaper premiums are risky business for Americans seeking lower healthcare costs

by Thomas Buchmueller, University of Michigan and Helen Levy, University of Michigan, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Healthcare costs are a major concern for Americans,…

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Economy October 28, 2026

Why over two‑thirds of Americans say their country is in decline

by Dante Chinni, Michigan State University and Ari Pinkus, Michigan State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Inflation is causing real economic pain. Worries about…

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Government & Politics October 28, 2026

I’ve been talking to MAGA supporters for years, and here’s why some are sticking with Trump — and others are not

by Alex Hinton, Rutgers University – Newark, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] President Donald Trump’s approval ratings are cratering. Even his Make America Great Again,…

News, Transportation October 28, 2026

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 28

Cobb County road closures Oct. 28, 2026 The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a…

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Government & Politics, Local government October 28, 2026

Georgia early voting breaks records; Cobb tops 144,000

By Mark Woolsey Record-breaking voter turnout continues across Georgia. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger says 2 million 452 thousand in-person ballots had been cast as of 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, up…

Weather October 28, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 28, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts partly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, with a high near 72 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be partly…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes October 28, 2026

How well do you know Cobb County’s geography? Part 3

How well do you know Cobb’s mountains, waterways and places on the map? Try these five questions. Looking up the answers is encouraged. This is our third quiz on Cobb’s…

Health & Wellness October 28, 2026

Highland Rivers to move Cobb outpatient clinic to larger space Nov. 2

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health will move its Cobb Outpatient Clinic to a larger space at 1738 County Services Pkwy. in Marietta on Monday, Nov. 2, adding room for clinicians, group…

News, Transportation October 27, 2026

Georgia DOT releases its Halloween Travel Forecast

The Georgia Department of Transportation released its travel forecast for the Halloween holiday. We’ve reprinted it below, verbatim: Stay Safe and Be Seen: Georgia DOT’s Halloween Travel Forecast and Safety…

Health & Wellness October 27, 2026

Remember This Acronym Next Time You’re Facing a Big Medical Decision: B.R.A.I.N.

This article by Blake Farmer, Cara Anthony, and Emily Siner, Nashville Public Radio, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 27, 2026 Gina Conley, an Army veteran…

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Justice October 27, 2026

Jacksonville, Florida’s Gun Violence Is Rooted in Redlining and Homes Built on Toxic Waste

This article by Fred Clasen-Kelly, Daniel Chang, Olga Pierce, The Trace, and Yona Gavino, Action News Jax, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 27, 2026 This…

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Government & Politics October 27, 2026

Georgia Republicans are trying to court Latino voters. National politics are complicating things.

by Ignacio Perez, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 27, 2026 DALTON, Ga. – Mary Dennard canvassed alone through one of Dalton’s…

Justice October 27, 2026

Conservative lender accused of Ponzi scheme sentenced to 15 years in prison

by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 26, 2026 Edwin Brant Frost IV, the founder of a conservative lending firm…

Economy October 27, 2026

We studied 1,584 data centers – and found the buildings full of machines are tied to modest local job growth

by Simon Buechler, Miami University and Lyndsey Rolheiser, York University, Canada, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Data centers require enormous investments: land, buildings, computer equipment…

Justice October 27, 2026

Why your vote for local chief prosecutor will matter on Election Day

by Ronald Wright, Wake Forest University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Before most Americans step into the voting booth in November, they will already know…

International October 27, 2026

Putin hopes hardship will force Ukrainians to sue for peace – polling suggests it won’t work

by John O’Loughlin, University of Colorado Boulder; Gerard Toal, Virginia Tech, and Sarah Wilson Sokhey, University of Colorado Boulder, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Vladimir…

Government & Politics, Local government October 27, 2026

Cobb officials report ballot error in Sewell Mill precinct

By Mark Woolsey Cobb County Elections and Voter Registration officials say a recent “districting error” impacted voting in one precinct in the county and involved what’s being called a “limited”…

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Government & Politics, Local government October 27, 2026

Cobb County hosts final 2028 SPLOST meeting Tuesday

By Mark Woolsey Tonight (Tuesday) is your final night to get your questions answered on the 2028 SPLOST renewal appearing on the Nov. 3 ballot. The measure approved by the…

Pets and Pet Adoption October 27, 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 male white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

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Pets and Pet Adoption October 27, 2026

“My name is Bones. 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 brown/white American pit bull terrier. The following information on this potential…