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Photo of the home in the Allatoona High School attendance zone that sold for the highest price in January 2026

Home sale prices, Real Estate February 27, 2026

January 2026 home sales in Cobb County’s Allatoona High attendance zone

These prices for January 2026 home sales in the Allatoona High School attendance zone are from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site. For an explanation of why we sort home…

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Photo of the home in the Allatoona High School attendance zone that sold for the highest price in January 2026

Home sale prices, Real Estate

January 2026 home sales in Cobb County’s Allatoona High attendance zone


Drawing of a seedling

Community Life, Libraries

Cobb Master Gardeners workshop on seed starting at Mountain View Regional Library


Vijay Anand, a cybersecurity professor at KSU

Education, News

KSU’s Vijay Anand honored as National Academy of Inventors Senior Member


graphic of two mugs of beer

Community Life, Festivals

Tap Into Cobb During Bubbles & Brews: Cobb Craft Beverage Month



Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness

To Avoid Care Disruptions, Know When the Clock Runs Out on Your Prior Authorization


The word "immigration" wrapped around the upper part of a world globe while walking people are on the lower part

Opinion

Bookman: ICE is bullying its way into Georgia with plans to turn warehouses into detention centers


Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government

Data center bill stalls after last-minute change opposed by industry finds support


outline of a human head with drawing of brain visible

Science & Technology

It’s never too late to learn a language – adults and kids bring different strengths to the task



A diagram of a microchip with the letters "AI" in the center

Science & Technology

The greatest risk of AI in higher education isn’t cheating – it’s the erosion of learning itself


sign with American flag stating "Vote Here"

Government & Politics, Local government

Local governments provide proof that polarization is not inevitable


A grey/white American pit bull terrier puppy climbing on another dog

Pets and Pet Adoption

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


A white/black cat held by someone

Pets and Pet Adoption

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



Community

Geek culture fandom: Need something to keep you going until Dragon Con? Check out Marietta the Gathering!


Six children playing with a basketball

Crime & Public Safety

Marietta Police Department to Host Rad Kids Summer Safety Classes


A color drawing of a wide assortment of fruits and vegetables

Community, Giving Back to the Community

Cobb County Senior Services Calls for Support to End Meals on Wheels Waitlist


Cobb weather February 27: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, February 27, 2026



Photo of the home in the Allatoona High School attendance zone that sold for the highest price in January 2026

Home sale prices, Real Estate February 27, 2026

January 2026 home sales in Cobb County’s Allatoona High attendance zone

These prices for January 2026 home sales in the Allatoona High School attendance zone are from the Cobb County Tax Assessor’s site. For an explanation of why we sort home…


Drawing of a seedling

Community Life, Libraries February 27, 2026

Cobb Master Gardeners workshop on seed starting at Mountain View Regional Library

By Kelly Johnson The weekend before 2026’s first equinox, on March 20th with spring’s renaissance, the Cobb County Public Library Spring Book Sale will offer unbeatable deals on books. Alongside…


Vijay Anand, a cybersecurity professor at KSU

Education, News February 27, 2026

KSU’s Vijay Anand honored as National Academy of Inventors Senior Member

Photo provided by Kennesaw State University [This article first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] The National Academy of Inventors has selected Kennesaw State University Associate Professor of…


graphic of two mugs of beer

Community Life, Festivals February 27, 2026

Tap Into Cobb During Bubbles & Brews: Cobb Craft Beverage Month

The following press release was submitted by Cobb Travel & Tourism: Bubbles & Brews, a month-long celebration of Cobb County, Georgia’s craft beverage makers, is back for its seventh year…


Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness February 27, 2026

To Avoid Care Disruptions, Know When the Clock Runs Out on Your Prior Authorization

This article by Sarah Boden and Oona Zenda first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sarah Boden and Oona Zenda, February 27, 2026 A woman with multiple sclerosis…


The word "immigration" wrapped around the upper part of a world globe while walking people are on the lower part

Opinion February 27, 2026

Bookman: ICE is bullying its way into Georgia with plans to turn warehouses into detention centers

by Jay Bookman, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 27, 2026 The largest prison in the state is located in the town…


Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government February 27, 2026

Data center bill stalls after last-minute change opposed by industry finds support

by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 26, 2026 The Senate session ended abruptly Thursday just as senators were nearing…


outline of a human head with drawing of brain visible

Science & Technology February 27, 2026

It’s never too late to learn a language – adults and kids bring different strengths to the task

by Karen Stollznow, Griffith University; University of Colorado Boulder, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] There’s a common assumption that if someone starts learning a language…


A diagram of a microchip with the letters "AI" in the center

Science & Technology February 27, 2026

The greatest risk of AI in higher education isn’t cheating – it’s the erosion of learning itself

by Nir Eisikovits, UMass Boston and Jacob Burley, UMass Boston, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Public debate about artificial intelligence in higher education has largely…


sign with American flag stating "Vote Here"

Government & Politics, Local government February 27, 2026

Local governments provide proof that polarization is not inevitable

by Lauren Hall, Rochester Institute of Technology; Institute for Humane Studies, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When it comes to national politics, Americans are fiercely…


A grey/white American pit bull terrier puppy climbing on another dog

Pets and Pet Adoption February 27, 2026

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


A white/black cat held by someone

Pets and Pet Adoption February 27, 2026

“My name is Cookie, 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/black domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…


Community February 27, 2026

Geek culture fandom: Need something to keep you going until Dragon Con? Check out Marietta the Gathering!

If you’re a fan of comics, graphic novels, science fiction, video games, board games, or any of the other enthusiasms that fall under the vague name Geek Culture, the City…


Six children playing with a basketball

Crime & Public Safety February 27, 2026

Marietta Police Department to Host Rad Kids Summer Safety Classes

The Marietta Police Department distributed the following news release about its Rad Kids safety education program: The Marietta Police Department is dedicated to protecting its citizens in every way possible….


A color drawing of a wide assortment of fruits and vegetables

Community, Giving Back to the Community February 27, 2026

Cobb County Senior Services Calls for Support to End Meals on Wheels Waitlist

For many older adults, especially those living alone, regular meal delivery makes it possible to stay in their own homes rather than move into assisted living. A significant number of…


Cobb weather February 27: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather February 27, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, February 27, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Friday, February 27, 2026, with a high near 68 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be mostly cloudy,…


Exterior of Marietta City Hall. Red brick modern building

Government & Politics, Local government February 26, 2026

Public Invited to Review Marietta 2028 SPLOST Projects

The City of Marietta posted its 2028 SPLOST public input meeting schedule on the city website. The meeting will allow public input on the project list that was approved by…


Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness February 26, 2026

‘You Aren’t Trapped’: Hundreds of US Nurses Choose Canada Over Trump’s America

This article by Brett Kelman first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Brett Kelman, February 26, 2026 Last month, Justin and Amy Miller packed their vehicles with three…


A round "food safety" label beside a yellow alert triangle

Government & Politics, National Government February 26, 2026

USDA to give up massive DC office building as shift of staff to states begins

by Jacob Fischler, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 25, 2026 The U.S. Department of Agriculture will transfer a large office building…


Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Education February 26, 2026

Lawmakers restore full $325 million for needs-based college aid program, with a boost from Kemp

by Makenna Carlton, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 25, 2026 Georgia’s first comprehensive needs-based college scholarship came closer to becoming reality…


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