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Health & Wellness March 19, 2026

Many ACA Customers Are Paying Higher Premiums. Most Blame Trump and Republicans, Poll Finds.

This article by Julie Appleby first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Julie Appleby, March 19, 2026 Most people who get their health coverage through the Affordable Care…

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Health & Wellness

Many ACA Customers Are Paying Higher Premiums. Most Blame Trump and Republicans, Poll Finds.


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Transportation

Georgia House lawmakers push to suspend the state’s gas tax for 60 days


The word "immigration" wrapped around the upper part of a world globe while walking people are on the lower part

Immigration

Georgia town blocks massive immigration center over concerns about water and sewer capacity


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International

China’s muted response over war in Iran reflects Beijing’s delicate calculus as a concerned onlooker



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Science & Technology

Hundreds of hungry mosquitoes, a student volunteer and a mesh suit helped us figure out how these deadly insects reach their targets


Outline of the map of Iran with an Irani flag superimposed on it

International

Information is a battlefield: 4 questions you can ask to judge the reliability of news reports and social posts about the US‑Iran war


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Pets and Pet Adoption

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


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Pets and Pet Adoption

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



Exterior of Marietta City Hall. Red brick modern building

Government & Politics, Local government

Two Opportunities Remaining for the Public to Review Marietta 2028 SPLOST Projects


Exterior of Marietta City Hall. Red brick modern building

News, Transportation

GDOT, Marietta plan public meeting on North Marietta Parkway improvements


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Weather

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, March 19, 2026


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Opinion

Can Human Writers Compete with Humans Using A.I. To Churn Out Material?



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Community, Things to Do

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday March 20 to Sunday, March 22


Marietta History Center, a three-story rectangular brick building that was once the Kennesaw House

Community Life

Marietta History Center to offer spring walking tours at city cemetery


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News, Weather

Metro Atlanta Under Frost Advisory Early Thursday Morning


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Housing

We Thrive on Riverside Renters Association to Host Annual Renters’ Rights Summit



Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness March 19, 2026

Many ACA Customers Are Paying Higher Premiums. Most Blame Trump and Republicans, Poll Finds.

This article by Julie Appleby first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Julie Appleby, March 19, 2026 Most people who get their health coverage through the Affordable Care…


gasoline pump and an EV charging station with a car

Transportation March 19, 2026

Georgia House lawmakers push to suspend the state’s gas tax for 60 days

by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] March 18, 2026 The Georgia House of Representatives in a surprise move passed a…


The word "immigration" wrapped around the upper part of a world globe while walking people are on the lower part

Immigration March 19, 2026

Georgia town blocks massive immigration center over concerns about water and sewer capacity

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] March 18, 2026 A small town about 45 miles east of Atlanta is pushing…


Map of China with flag colors and stars

International March 19, 2026

China’s muted response over war in Iran reflects Beijing’s delicate calculus as a concerned onlooker

by John Calabrese, American University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] China has perfected the role of concerned onlooker as the Middle East conflict spreads across…


a drawing of a mosquito

Science & Technology March 19, 2026

Hundreds of hungry mosquitoes, a student volunteer and a mesh suit helped us figure out how these deadly insects reach their targets

by David Hu, Georgia Institute of Technology, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] “Four minutes is too long.” That’s the note undergraduate Chris Zuo sent me…


Outline of the map of Iran with an Irani flag superimposed on it

International March 19, 2026

Information is a battlefield: 4 questions you can ask to judge the reliability of news reports and social posts about the US‑Iran war

by Andrea Hickerson, University of Mississippi, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Historically, when the U.S. has undertaken military action against foreign governments, journalists have relied…


A white/grey cat coming out of her cage

Pets and Pet Adoption March 19, 2026

“I’m a cat 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 female white/grey domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…


A black/white border collie standing on the side with tongue's out

Pets and Pet Adoption March 19, 2026

“My name is Lucky. 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 male black/white border collie. The following information on this potential family member…


Exterior of Marietta City Hall. Red brick modern building

Government & Politics, Local government March 19, 2026

Two Opportunities Remaining for the Public to Review Marietta 2028 SPLOST Projects

There are two remaining public meetings for Marietta residents to view the city’s 2028 SPLOST projects. The meeting will allow public input on the project list that was approved by…


Exterior of Marietta City Hall. Red brick modern building

News, Transportation March 19, 2026

GDOT, Marietta plan public meeting on North Marietta Parkway improvements

According to an announcement on the city’s website, the City of Marietta and the Georgia Department of Transportation will hold a location and design public information open house April 1…


Photo of Veterans Memorial Highway on a clear day with the Cobb County Courier logo and the words "Weather forecast"

Weather March 19, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, March 19, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Thursday, March 19, 2026, with a high near 67 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…


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Opinion March 19, 2026

Can Human Writers Compete with Humans Using A.I. To Churn Out Material?

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College One of the biggest challenges A.I. faces is dominating human-based writing. Artificial Intelligence creators have sunk plenty into this conquest….


Welcome to Cobb County brick sign at Henderson Road on Veterans Memorial

Community, Things to Do March 19, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday March 20 to Sunday, March 22

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, March 20, 2026 to Sunday, March 22, 2026. Friday, March 20, 2026 Mother Son…


Marietta History Center, a three-story rectangular brick building that was once the Kennesaw House

Community Life March 19, 2026

Marietta History Center to offer spring walking tours at city cemetery

The Marietta History Center announced on the City of Marietta website that they will offer two guided walking tours this spring at the historic Marietta City Cemetery, highlighting the lives…


An image of frost crystals scattered around, with the Cobb County Courier logo in the lower right corner

News, Weather March 19, 2026

Metro Atlanta Under Frost Advisory Early Thursday Morning

A Frost Advisory remains in effect from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. EDT Thursday across parts of Georgia, with temperatures as low as 33 degrees expected to produce frost that…


An assortment of buildings with the word "Housing" above

Housing March 18, 2026

We Thrive on Riverside Renters Association to Host Annual Renters’ Rights Summit

We Thrive on Riverside Renters Association submitted the following announcement: The We Thrive on Riverside Renters Association is proud to announce its Annual Renters’ Rights Summit, taking place on Sunday,…


Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness March 18, 2026

Evidence Shows ACA’s Mandated Benefits Alone Don’t Drive Up Costs. The Debate Continues.

This article by Julie Appleby and Sarah Boden first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Julie Appleby and Sarah Boden, March 18, 2026 In January, when President Donald…


Line drawing of U.S. Capitol dome

Government & Politics, National Government March 18, 2026

At last, there’s a Jan. 6 memorial plaque in the US Capitol. But just try finding it.

by Shauneen Miranda, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] March 18, 2026 WASHINGTON — More than two dozen U.S. House Democrats cast a…


Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government March 18, 2026

Lawmakers unveil proposal to replace Georgia’s voting machines before 2028 presidential election

by Maya Homan, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] March 17, 2026 Republicans have unveiled a sweeping proposal aimed at overhauling Georgia’s election…


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Business & Economy March 18, 2026

Controversy over Reese’s ingredients reveals standard food industry practices most consumers never notice

by Jonathan Deutsch, Drexel University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Springtime in Pennsylvania is peanut butter egg season. This year some consumers may taste the…


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