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Opinion October 21, 2026

Political Cartoon by Clay Jones

Advance voting sign in front of South Cobb Community Center

Government & Politics October 21, 2026

Cobb County early voting turnout reaches 95,657

By Mark Woolsey Voters in Cobb County continue to turn out at a rapid clip in the early voting period leading up to electionday Nov. 3 As of early Wednesday,…

A blonde labrador retriever with a blue leash

Pets and Pet Adoption October 21, 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 blonde labrador retriever. The following information on this potential family member…

An orange tabby/white kitten loafed inside a metal cage

Pets and Pet Adoption October 21, 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 orange tabby/white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential…

News, Transportation October 21, 2026

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 21

Cobb County road closures Oct. 21, 2026 The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a…

Weather October 21, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 21, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, with a high near 75 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a special…

The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes October 21, 2026

Cobb County geography quiz: How well do you know the map?

How well do you know Cobb’s place on the map? These five questions explore its terrain, neighboring counties, trails and waterways. Looking up the answers is encouraged. The Cobb County…

News, Weather October 21, 2026

High fire danger expected across much of Georgia Wednesday

Cobb County and most of north and central Georgia face high fire danger Wednesday afternoon into the evening, Oct. 21, according to a special weather statement issued by the National…

Behavioral Health, Health & Wellness October 21, 2026

The Highland Rivers Behavioral Health Governing Board of Directors will meet on October 28

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health distributed the following announcement: The Highland Rivers Behavioral Health Governing Board of Directors will meet on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at the Cartersville…

sign with American flag stating "Vote Here"

Opinion October 21, 2026

Which Comes First After Election Day, Certification or a Recount?

This is an installment in the League of Women Voters of Georgia’s “How Georgia Votes” series. To read previous installments in the “How Georgia Votes” series, follow this link. By…

International October 20, 2026

As Politicians Argue About China, US Patients Find Cutting-Edge Treatment There

This article by Arthur Allen first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 20, 2026 Until recently, a Manhattanite might venture no more than a few dozen blocks…

Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness October 20, 2026

Democrats Demand Tougher Standards for Companies Running Medicaid Systems

This article by Samantha Liss and Rachana Pradhan first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 20, 2026 A group of Democratic senators is demanding that the federal…

Government & Politics October 20, 2026

With 2 weeks until midterms, analysts say Dems still on track to win US House majority

by Jacob Fischler, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 19, 2026 Democrats have used President Donald Trump’s unpopularity to expand the midterm…

Government & Politics October 20, 2026

Jackson will skip this weekend’s Trump rally in Macon

by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 19, 2026 Republican candidate for governor Rick Jackson will skip President Donald Trump’s…

Government & Politics October 20, 2026

Why the 26 secretary of state races this November matter more than they did before Trump’s drive to assert federal authority over elections

by Thom Reilly, Arizona State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] From Alaska to Florida, there once was an important job in government that most…

Three gears, the largest one with a dollar sign in the middle

Economy October 20, 2026

Cobb Courier

Political Cartoon by Clay Jones

Political Cartoon by Clay Jones

Cobb County early voting turnout reaches 95,657

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

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

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 21

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Cobb County geography quiz: How well do you know the map?

High fire danger expected across much of Georgia Wednesday

The Highland Rivers Behavioral Health Governing Board of Directors will meet on October 28

Which Comes First After Election Day, Certification or a Recount?

As Politicians Argue About China, US Patients Find Cutting-Edge Treatment There

Democrats Demand Tougher Standards for Companies Running Medicaid Systems

With 2 weeks until midterms, analysts say Dems still on track to win US House majority

Jackson will skip this weekend’s Trump rally in Macon

Why the 26 secretary of state races this November matter more than they did before Trump’s drive to assert federal authority over elections

US inequality is getting worse in ways you might not expect

Political Cartoon by Clay Jones

Cobb County early voting turnout reaches 95,657

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

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

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 21

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Cobb County geography quiz: How well do you know the map?

High fire danger expected across much of Georgia Wednesday

The Highland Rivers Behavioral Health Governing Board of Directors will meet on October 28

Which Comes First After Election Day, Certification or a Recount?

As Politicians Argue About China, US Patients Find Cutting-Edge Treatment There

Democrats Demand Tougher Standards for Companies Running Medicaid Systems

With 2 weeks until midterms, analysts say Dems still on track to win US House majority

Jackson will skip this weekend’s Trump rally in Macon

Why the 26 secretary of state races this November matter more than they did before Trump’s drive to assert federal authority over elections

US inequality is getting worse in ways you might not expect

How governments worldwide are shaping what AI can say about politics

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

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

Cobb County history and the forced removal of the Cherokee Nation