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News, Weather September 19, 2026

Cobb County Faces Scattered Thunderstorms Saturday

Scattered thunderstorms are expected across north Georgia and portions of west-central Georgia Saturday afternoon and evening, with damaging gusty winds, frequent lightning and locally heavy rainfall the primary threats. Shower…

Weather September 19, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Saturday, September 19, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Saturday, September 19, 2026, with a high near 94 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

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Immigration September 18, 2026

The ethical cases for immigration as a human right

by J. Toby Reiner, Dickinson College, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested roughly 50,000 immigrants in July and August 2026;…

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Health & Wellness September 18, 2026

Does my kid have COVID‑19 or just a cold? A pediatric nurse explains how to tell – and why it matters

by Ann Sheehan, Michigan State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Fall and winter mark the peak season for common respiratory infections such as COVID-19;…

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Science & Technology September 18, 2026

Learning another language may be one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy as you age

by Karen Stollznow, University of Colorado Boulder; Griffith University; University of New England, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Learning another language is a highly complex…

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Opinion September 18, 2026

Bookman: Is Jackson’s plan just another attempt to kick the Medicaid expansion can down the road?

by Jay Bookman, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 18, 2026 Georgians strongly support Medicaid expansion to provide health insurance to their…

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Government & Politics September 18, 2026

Lawmakers mull cybersecurity concerns as they prepare for overhaul of Georgia’s voting system

by Maya Homan, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 17, 2026 Georgia seems poised to switch to a hand-marked paper ballot system…

Health & Wellness September 18, 2026

Cost-Saving Medicaid Meal Deliveries Threatened by Cuts, Policy Uncertainty

This article by Priyanka Dayal McCluskey, WBUR, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 18, 2026 On a weekday morning in a quiet Boston neighborhood, a kitchen…

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Health & Wellness September 18, 2026

Sticker Shock at the Doctor’s Office Could Motivate Midterm Voters

This article by Julie Rovner first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 18, 2026 Healthcare prices are likely to keep increasing next year. As midterm elections approach,…

Education, News September 18, 2026

1st Amendment lawsuit against Cobb schools moves forward three years after public comment line stunt

All photos by Rebecca Gaunt By Rebecca Gaunt Thursday night, Cobb parents Jenny Peterson and Melissa Marten were in the same place they were three years ago: in line for…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 18, 2026

How much do you know about the City of Marietta? Take the quiz and find out!

How much do you know about the City of Marietta? We announce the quizzes in the Cobb County Courier newsletter. If you like the newsletter based on the preview link…

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Government & Politics, Local government September 18, 2026

Acworth recognizes United States Air Force Day

During an otherwise short agenda at the Acworth Board of Aldermen regular meeting Thursday, the board issued the following proclamation in honor of United States Air Force Day: A PROCLAMATION…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 18, 2026

“I’m a doggy in need of a permanent loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female tri-color American pit bull terrier. The following information on this potential…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 18, 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 beige/white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

News, Transportation September 18, 2026

Marble Mill Road Railroad Crossing in Marietta to Close Sept. 21–25

The City of Marietta posted the following notice about an upcoming CSX railroad crossing closure: CSX has notified the City that the Marble Mill Road railroad crossing will be temporarily…

News, Transportation September 18, 2026

Whitlock Avenue Resurfacing Begins Sept. 21 in Marietta

The City of Marietta announced on its website that the Georgia Department of Transportation will begin a resurfacing project on Whitlock Avenue on Monday, Sep. 21. Work will begin at…

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Air Quality, Weather & Environment September 18, 2026

Friday brings another day of poor air quality in metro Atlanta

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division relayed a Code Orange air quality alert to the National Weather Service for metro Atlanta, in effect this afternoon, Friday Sep. 18. What is in…

Weather September 18, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, September 18, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Friday, September 18, 2026, with a high near 96 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

Health & Wellness September 17, 2026

California Eyes Prison Heat Protections That Fall Short of Workplace Standards

This article by Erin Rode, Capital & Main, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 17, 2026 As Californians have weathered relentless heat waves, state workplace safety…

Aging September 17, 2026

3 Common Drugs Older Adults Might Be Overusing

This article by Paula Span first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 17, 2026, The scenario often unfolds like this: Medical researchers investigate a frequently used drug…