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Health & Wellness September 3, 2026

Marietta-Based Wellstar Plans Another North Georgia Acquisition

By Mark Woolsey Marietta-based Wellstar Health System announced Tuesday that it’s acquiring another Northeast Georgia hospital. The sprawling non-profit health care entity announced in a news release that the Stephens…

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Community Life, Things to Do September 3, 2026

Things to Do in Cobb County This Weekend, Sept. 4-6

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6. Be sure to check the information in the…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 3, 2026

“My name is Bella. 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 female tan/white terrier. The following information on this potential family member is…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 3, 2026

“My name is Orange, 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…

Weather September 3, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, September 3, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Thursday, September 3, 2026, with a high near 96 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

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Community Life September 3, 2026

Southern Museum to Host Haunted Spirits Oct. 23 in Kennesaw

The Kennesaw Museum Foundation and the Southern Museum will host Haunted Spirits, a Halloween-themed event, from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23. The Southern Museum invites guests 21 and…

Community Development, Transportation & Development September 3, 2026

Town Center Community Seeks Public Input on 30-Year Master Plan at Upcoming Open House

Public forum invites the community to help shape Town Center’s vision and priorities for the next 30 years The Town Center Community distributed the following announcement about its upcoming open…

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News, Weather September 3, 2026

Extreme Heat Forecast for Cobb County and North Georgia

Extreme heat will pose a hazard across much of north and central Georgia Thursday, with heat index values topping 100 degrees and reaching as high as 106 degrees in parts…

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Government & Politics September 2, 2026

USPS whistleblower predicts ‘catastrophic’ effect on elections under Trump vote-by-mail order

by Jacob Fischler, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 1, 2026 The U.S. Postal Service rushed the development of electronic tools to…

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Environment September 2, 2026

New invasive insect poses ‘serious threat’ to Georgia farmers

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 2, 2026 A grass-eating invasive pest has been spotted in Georgia, and it…

Government & Politics September 2, 2026

What to do if your vote is challenged: Practical advice for midterm elections

by Karen Figueroa-Clewett, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] As the 2026 midterm elections enter the final stretch, it’s…

Government & Politics September 2, 2026

Labor votes: Discontent will accompany blue‑collar voters to the polls in the midterms

by Robert Forrant, UMass Lowell, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When union workers and their families gather this Labor Day, some may ponder Ronald Reagan’s…

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Science & Technology September 2, 2026

Pyrograzing turns ordinary livestock into fire prevention heroes, so why isn’t it used on public lands more often?

by Briana Swette, Boise State University and Kelly Hopping, Boise State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] In grasslands across the American West, four-legged fire…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 2, 2026

Cobb Courier Quiz: Which Government Does What? Part 1

The question of which level of government handles what function isn’t always as clear as it sounds. Sometimes, for instance, there’s local office for a thing that is really being…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 2, 2026

“My name is Monkie, 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 male red/white Shiba Inu. The following information on this potential family member…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 2, 2026

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

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…

Community Life, Libraries September 2, 2026

Cobb County Library Expands Popular Instrument Lending Program with Ukulele Donation

Cobb County Public Library submitted the following news release about a donation to its popular ukulele collection: A generous private donor, partnering with the local nonprofit organization The Gift Of…

Weather September 2, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, September 2, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, with a high near 97 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

News, Transportation September 2, 2026

Cobb County Road and Lane Closures to Know This Week (Sep. 2)

Cobb County road closures September 2, 2026 The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a…

News, Weather September 2, 2026

Dangerous Heat Expected Across Cobb County and North Georgia

Georgia Heat Index Could Reach 107 Degrees Wednesday Dangerous heat and isolated thunderstorms are expected across north and central Georgia Wednesday, with heat index values topping 100 degrees in many…