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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

Community February 2, 2026

Senior Citizens Council of Cobb to hold decluttering seminar

The Senior Citizens Council of Cobb County will hold another of its popular decluttering seminars on Friday, February 13 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The seminar will be at…

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Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development February 2, 2026

GA gas prices drop four cents on ample fuel supply and lower demand

According to AAA’s weekly report, Georgia gas prices edged lower over the past week, with the statewide average dropping to $2.66 per gallon as of Monday, supported by ample fuel…

News, Weather February 2, 2026

Black ice and sub-freezing wind chills threaten morning travel across parts of Georgia

Cold wind chills and lingering patchy black ice may create hazardous travel conditions across eastern Georgia this morning, though no significant weather threats are expected for the rest of the…

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Pets and Pet Adoption February 2, 2026

“My name is Ginger. 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 tabby/calico domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

Pets and Pet Adoption February 2, 2026

“My name is Ollie, 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 tri-color hound. The following information on this potential family member is…

Weather February 2, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, February 2, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Monday, February 2, 2026, with a high near 47 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

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Food Safety February 1, 2026

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from January 23 to January 29

The following are scores for the past week for restaurants, school cafeterias, hotels, and other food service facilities in Cobb County from the Georgia Department of Public Health. For more…

Weather February 1, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Sunday, February 1, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Sunday, February 1, 2026, with a high near 34 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

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Community, Engagement February 1, 2026

How much do you know about libraries in Cobb County?

How much do you know about Libraries in Cobb County? We run daily quizzes in the Cobb County Courier newsletter, and recently decided to move the Saturday and Sunday quizzes…

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

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

Senior Citizens Council of Cobb to hold decluttering seminar

GA gas prices drop four cents on ample fuel supply and lower demand

Black ice and sub-freezing wind chills threaten morning travel across parts of Georgia

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

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

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

Senior Citizens Council of Cobb to hold decluttering seminar

GA gas prices drop four cents on ample fuel supply and lower demand

Black ice and sub-freezing wind chills threaten morning travel across parts of Georgia

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

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

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, February 2, 2026

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from January 23 to January 29

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Sunday, February 1, 2026

How much do you know about libraries in Cobb County?