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News, Weather October 8, 2026

National Weather Service warns of possible flooding, strong winds and tornadoes in Cobb and other Georgia counties

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook Thursday morning, October 8, 2026, for much of north and central Georgia, including Cobb County and the Atlanta metropolitan area. The…

Crime & Public Safety October 7, 2026

Mableton selects Anita Allen as first police chief

Mableton has selected Anita Allen as its first police chief as the city prepares to launch its own police department, with full operations targeted for June 1, 2027. The Mableton…

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Pets and Pet Adoption October 7, 2026

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

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Pets and Pet Adoption October 7, 2026

“My name is Braxton, 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 black/brown rottweiler. The following information on this potential family member is…

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Nutrition October 7, 2026

Food Aid Enrollment Tanks After SNAP Rule Changes

This article by Halle Parker, Verite News, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 7, 2026 After President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act…

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Health & Wellness October 7, 2026

‘Medicare for All’ Message Attracts Voters Buckling Under Medical Bills

This article by Kate Wells first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 7, 2026 LANSING, Mich. — Christina Starks-Clay doesn’t know how “Medicare for All” would work…

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Energy October 7, 2026

Kemp suspends penalties for on-road dyed diesel after USDA secretary urges states to act

by Cami Koons, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 6, 2026 Gov. Brian Kemp announced Tuesday evening that he will suspend penalties…

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Government & Politics October 7, 2026

Bottoms, Jackson face each other for first, and likely only, time in Georgia governor’s race

by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 7, 2026 Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson clashed Tuesday night…

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Science & Technology October 7, 2026

AI can help with academic research but doesn’t always get it right – here are some tips to check the information you receive

by Allison Faix, Coastal Carolina University and Samantha Duncan, Coastal Carolina University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Almost 25% of adults in the United States…

Health & Wellness October 7, 2026

Flu season is near – here’s a guide to available vaccines

by Annette Regan, University of California, Los Angeles, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The number of people sick with flu is starting to increase across…

Science & Technology October 7, 2026

AI behaves more like a brain than a database – cognitive science’s role in its origin story helps explain why

by Michael Hout, New Mexico State University and Arryn Robbins, University of Richmond, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When people think about what ChatGPT or…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes October 7, 2026

Which Cobb Creek Runs Through It?

In addition to an extensive network of trails and greenways, Cobb County enjoys a river and many creeks. But how much do you know about the county’s waterways? The Cobb…

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Food Safety, Health & Wellness October 7, 2026

USDA warns against eating 2 varieties of imported chicken sausages sold in Georgia and other states

Federal food safety officials are warning consumers not to eat two varieties of Grace canned chicken Vienna sausages distributed to stores in Georgia and four other states because the products…

News, Transportation October 7, 2026

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 7

Cobb County road closures Oct. 7, 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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Crime & Public Safety, Traffic incidents October 7, 2026

Cobb Police Investigate Fatal Multi-vehicle Crash on I-285

By Mark Woolsey Cobb police continue trying to untangle what happened in a multi-vehicle wreck which killed one person Saturday night. Investigators say a black 2006 Ford-150 was traveling east…

Art October 7, 2026

Smyrna History Museum Showcases Artist Nellie Mae Rowe

By Mark Woolsey A Cobb County resident for much of her adult life. Nellie Mae Rowe’s path echoes the life of many African-American woman in the early 20th century. Born…

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News, Weather October 7, 2026

Tropical Storm Isaias Could Affect Metro Atlanta By Friday

Tropical Storm Isaias could bring heavy rain, flooding, gusty winds and isolated tornadoes to north and central Georgia from Friday evening into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters…

Weather October 7, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 7, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, with a high near 82 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be clear, with…

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Health & Wellness October 6, 2026

Before Saying Yes to the Medical Test, Know the Risks and Benefits

This article by Blake Farmer, Cara Anthony, and Katherine Ruppelt, Nashville Public Radio, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 6, 2026 When Lori Baute first learned…

Opinion October 6, 2026

Witnessing the Failed Execution of Christa Pike: ‘We Could All Hear Her Breathing’

This article by Catherine Sweeney, WPLN, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 6, 2026 On Sept. 30, I was one of the seven media witnesses who…