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Government & Politics, Local government February 3, 2026

No Electric Rate Increase for Marietta Power Customers in 2026

Marietta Power announced it will not raise electric rates in 2026, providing continued relief to residential and business customers amid widespread increases by other providers across Georgia. The decision marks…

Wisconsin Lutheran College choir in four rows

Music February 3, 2026

Wisconsin Lutheran College choirs to perform in Marietta

The following news release was submitted by Wisconsin Lutheran College: The Wisconsin Lutheran Choir and Chamber Choir of Wisconsin Lutheran College, under the direction of Dr. James A. Nowack, will perform a concert…

Photo of the home in the South Cobb High School attendance zone that sold for the highest price in December 2025

Home sale prices, Real Estate February 3, 2026

December 2025 home sales in Cobb County’s South Cobb High attendance zone

These prices for December 2025 home sales in the South Cobb High School attendance zone are from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site. For an explanation of why we sort…

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News, Weather February 3, 2026

Widespread light rain expected across north and central Georgia Tuesday evening

Rain will move through north and central Georgia tonight, with the heaviest amounts expected in the far northern mountains. No widespread hazardous weather is forecast in the coming days. Although…

Government & Politics, Local government February 3, 2026

Alicia Giddens begins new role as Cobb Water System Director

By Mark Woolsey Cobb’s water operations are in new hands. Alicia Giddens began work as Cobb Water System Director Monday, after being appointed to the post last week by the…

A tan/white Jack Russell terrier with a blue leash

Pets and Pet Adoption February 3, 2026

“My name is King. 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 tan/white Jack Russell terrier. The following information on this potential family…

Pets and Pet Adoption February 3, 2026

“My name is Waldo, 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 white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

Cobb weather February 3: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather February 3, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, February 3, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with a high near 57 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

Business & Economy, Food and Restaurants February 2, 2026

Smalls Sliders coming to Windy Hill Road

By Mark Woolsey Rocky Moore and his commercial real estate development partner were looking for a means to an end. They wanted a franchise concept that would provide them with…

Arts & Culture, Dance February 2, 2026

Kennesaw Parks & Recreation to host a Valentine’s Dance on Friday, Feb. 13

The City of Kennsaw posted the following announcement: Kennesaw Parks & Recreation will host a Valentine’s Dance on Friday, Feb. 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Ben Robertson…

Running, Sports February 2, 2026

Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K to Celebrate 10th Anniversary with Festive Community Run

According to an announcement on the City of Marietta website, the Marietta Police Athletic League (PAL) is gearing up for the 10th Annual Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K Walk/Run, a St….

Crime & Public Safety February 2, 2026

Kennesaw State professor advocates a better way for former prisoners

[This article by Dave Shelles with photo by Matt Yung first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] The way Kennesaw State University professor Oluwayomi Paseda sees…

Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness February 2, 2026

When Health Insurance Costs More Than the Mortgage

This article by Renuka Rayasam first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Renuka Rayasam February 2, 2026 When Noah Hulsman, who owns a skate shop in Louisville, Kentucky,…

Government & Politics, National Government February 2, 2026

DOJ releases 3 million pages of Epstein files, taking in 180,000 images and 2,000 videos

by Shauneen Miranda, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] January 30, 2026 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Justice released more than 3 million…

Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government February 2, 2026

Two Georgia state House races take shape

by Jill Nolin, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] January 31, 2026 The ballots are now set for two special legislative races in…

Outline of the map of Iran with an Irani flag superimposed on it

International February 2, 2026

US military action in Iran risks igniting a regional and global nuclear cascade

by Farah N. Jan, University of Pennsylvania, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The United States is seemingly moving toward a potential strike on Iran. On…

Crime & Public Safety February 2, 2026

I’m a former FBI agent who studies policing, and here’s how federal agents in Minneapolis are undermining basic law enforcement principles

by Luke William Hunt, University of Alabama; Institute for Humane Studies, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The Trump administration says federal agents have “absolute immunity”…

Health & Wellness February 2, 2026

US exit from the World Health Organization marks a new era in global health policy – here’s what the US, and world, will lose

by Jordan Miller, Arizona State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The U.S. departure from the World Health Organization became official in late January 2026,…

Photo of the home in the Pebblebrook High School attendance zone that sold for the highest price in December 2025

Home sale prices, Real Estate February 2, 2026

December 2025 home sales in Cobb County’s Pebblebrook High attendance zone

These prices for December 2025 home sales in the Pebblebrrok High School attendance zone are from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site. For an explanation of why we sort home…

The words "Black History Month" beside a stack of books

Community Life, Libraries February 2, 2026

Switzer Library shows the love in February with Black History Month and other events

By Kelly Johnson Within a weighty February schedule, which for a headquarters isn’t surprising, the Charles D. Switzer Public Library honors Black History Month with a handful of events. Leading…

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No Electric Rate Increase for Marietta Power Customers in 2026

No Electric Rate Increase for Marietta Power Customers in 2026

Wisconsin Lutheran College choirs to perform in Marietta

December 2025 home sales in Cobb County’s South Cobb High attendance zone

Widespread light rain expected across north and central Georgia Tuesday evening

Alicia Giddens begins new role as Cobb Water System Director

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

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

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Smalls Sliders coming to Windy Hill Road

Kennesaw Parks & Recreation to host a Valentine’s Dance on Friday, Feb. 13

Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K to Celebrate 10th Anniversary with Festive Community Run

Kennesaw State professor advocates a better way for former prisoners

When Health Insurance Costs More Than the Mortgage

DOJ releases 3 million pages of Epstein files, taking in 180,000 images and 2,000 videos

Two Georgia state House races take shape

US military action in Iran risks igniting a regional and global nuclear cascade

No Electric Rate Increase for Marietta Power Customers in 2026

Wisconsin Lutheran College choirs to perform in Marietta

December 2025 home sales in Cobb County’s South Cobb High attendance zone

Widespread light rain expected across north and central Georgia Tuesday evening

Alicia Giddens begins new role as Cobb Water System Director

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

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

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Smalls Sliders coming to Windy Hill Road

Kennesaw Parks & Recreation to host a Valentine’s Dance on Friday, Feb. 13

Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K to Celebrate 10th Anniversary with Festive Community Run

Kennesaw State professor advocates a better way for former prisoners

When Health Insurance Costs More Than the Mortgage

DOJ releases 3 million pages of Epstein files, taking in 180,000 images and 2,000 videos

Two Georgia state House races take shape

US military action in Iran risks igniting a regional and global nuclear cascade

I’m a former FBI agent who studies policing, and here’s how federal agents in Minneapolis are undermining basic law enforcement principles

US exit from the World Health Organization marks a new era in global health policy – here’s what the US, and world, will lose

December 2025 home sales in Cobb County’s Pebblebrook High attendance zone

Switzer Library shows the love in February with Black History Month and other events