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The sign in front of Acworth City Hall: Text reading Acworth Georgia 4415 Senator Richard B. Russell Ave, with 1860 (the incorporation date of the city)

Government & Politics, Local government September 28, 2026

Acworth Board of Aldermen to hold work session and regular meeting this week

The Acworth Board of Aldermen will hold two meetings this week: a public hearing and work session on Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., and a regular meeting on Thursday,…

Weather September 28, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, September 28, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Monday, September 28, 2026, with a high near 82 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be mostly clear,…

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Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development September 28, 2026

Gasoline prices continue to rise, in Georgia and nationally

Georgia drivers paid an average of $4.19 for a gallon of regular gasoline Monday, Sept. 28, about 10 cents more than a week earlier and $1.31 more than a year…

Arts & Culture, Dance September 28, 2026

Atlanta Ballet Names Zachary Brown Chief Development Officer, Ushering in New Era of Growth Ahead of Centennial

Seasoned arts and culture leader brings more than 15 years of executive experience in philanthropy, community engagement and organizational growth The Atlanta Ballet distributed the following announcement: The Atlanta Ballet…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 27, 2026

Can You Name That Park in Cobb County?

Cobb County’s parks offer more than playgrounds and walking trails. Some preserve pieces of local history; others offer places to explore nature or watch planes land. In this five-question quiz,…

Education, News September 27, 2026

Cobb school board approves $1.2 million for 5 more vapor wake dogs in contentious 5-2 vote

PHOTO ABOVE: Signage at the Cobb County School District: Larry Johnson/Cobb County Courier By Rebecca Gaunt In a 5-2 vote, the Cobb County Board of Education approved Superintendent Chris Ragsdale’s…

Weather September 27, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Sunday, September 27, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Sunday, September 27, 2026, with a high near 81 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be mostly clear,…

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Food Safety, Health & Wellness September 27, 2026

A&D Foods Statement on Recent Recall of Meat Products

A&D Foods released the following statement about a recall of products supplied by Star Meat Delivery and distributed by A&D Foods: A&D Foods was recently alerted by the U.S. Department…

Lane closures and road work, Transportation & Development September 27, 2026

Four westbound I-285 lanes closed at Powers Ferry Road through Monday morning

Four left lanes of westbound I-285 at Powers Ferry Road/Northside Drive (Exit 22) are scheduled to remain closed until 5 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28, for bridge maintenance, according to the…

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Business & Economy, Local Business September 26, 2026

New Cobb County Business Licenses Issued Sept. 20-27

Cobb County issued 29 new business licenses in unincorporated areas during the Sept. 20-27 reporting period, with the list ranging from restaurants and retailers to contractors, consultants and personal-service businesses….

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Food Safety, Health & Wellness September 26, 2026

Chicken stew sold in Georgia and other states recalled after missing import reinspection

Sempio Food Services Inc. is recalling about 4,596 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken stew imported from South Korea because the products did not receive required U.S. import reinspection, according to the…

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Crime & Public Safety September 26, 2026

Smyrna Man, 18, Charged With Malice Murder in Ongoing Investigation

By Mark Woolsey [The Cobb County Courier usually omits the names of suspects of crimes unless the crimes are high profile enough that exoneration would be as well publicized as…

Sign for the Cobb County Adult Detention Center facility

Crime & Public Safety September 26, 2026

Detainee Attacks Deputy at Cobb County Adult Detention Center

By Mark Woolsey A Cobb County Sheriff’s deputy is recovering from “significant” injuries after he was attacked by a detainee at the county adult detention center. Authorities say the detainee…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 26, 2026

Cobb County Courier Quiz: What Do You Remember From This Week’s News?

How closely did you follow Cobb County news this week? Test what you remember with our quiz on the local stories and decisions that made headlines. We run this quiz…

Weather September 26, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Saturday, September 26, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Saturday, September 26, 2026, with a high near 80 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be mostly clear,…

Sign in front of Cobb & Douglas Public Health on County Services Parkway in article about Cobb & Douglas Public Health hiring

Health & Wellness September 26, 2026

Cobb & Douglas Public Health Offers Free Mosquito Larvicide Tablets

Cobb & Douglas Public Health distributed the following public information release about the availability of free mosquito larvacides to help control the spread of West Nile Virus: Distribution: Friday, Sept….

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Government & Politics September 25, 2026

Abortion Is on the Ballot Again as Post-Roe Policies Continue To Evolve

This article by Bram Sable-Smith and Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 25, 2026 MAPLEWOOD, Mo. — After Missouri voters added abortion protections…

Georgia Power sign at Plant McDonough-Atkinson in Cobb County accompanying article about restory power

Energy September 25, 2026

Georgia Power, Google announce deal to pay for nuclear upgrades

by Emily Jones, WABE/Grist, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 24, 2026 This coverage is made possible through a partnership between WABE…

Justice September 25, 2026

Justices sound skeptical of Georgia agency’s decision to remove children from their home

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 25, 2026 Note: This story involves the subject of suicide. If you or…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 25, 2026

The Conversation U.S. weekly news quiz

by Fritz Holznagel, The Conversation, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] We hope you’ve enjoyed this quiz from our quizmaster, Fritz Holznagel, a past winner of…