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Kennesaw October 30, 2025

Kennesaw Approves plan for New $13.9 Million Police Headquarters

By Will Barfield Will Barfield is a journalism student at Kennesaw State University, making his Cobb County Courier debut with this article. Born in Canton, Georgia, he aspires to be a future…

A red brown shepherd looking happy with tongue's out

Pets and Pet Adoption October 30, 2025

“My name is Bella, and I’m so excited about the prospect of going home with you!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female red brown shepherd. The following information on this potential family member…

A black/white shepherd loafed inside a cage

Pets and Pet Adoption October 30, 2025

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

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female black/white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

International October 30, 2025

US leaders view China as a ‘pacing threat’ − has Washington enough stamina to last the race?

by Andrew Latham, Macalester College, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When Donald Trump meets with Xi Jinping on Oct. 30, 2025, he won’t just be…

A color drawing of a wide assortment of fruits and vegetables

Health & Wellness October 30, 2025

Refugees Will Be Among the First To Lose Food Stamps Under Federal Changes

This article by Renuka Rayasam first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Renuka Rayasam October 30, 2025 CLARKSTON, Ga. — After fleeing the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo,…

sign with American flag stating "Vote Here"

Opinion October 30, 2025

Bookman: Democrats have a chance to flip governor’s seat in Georgia, with the right candidate

by Jay Bookman, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 28, 2025 With Brian Kemp leaving the governor’s office after next year’s election,…

Drawing of a candy storefront with an open partially eaten chocolate bar in front of it

Business & Economy October 30, 2025

How Hershey’s chocolate survived an attack from Mars − and adopted a business strategy alien to its founder

by John Haddad, Penn State, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Walk into any grocery store to stock up for Halloween and you will discover that,…

Science & Technology October 30, 2025

Nuclear-powered missiles: An aerospace engineer explains how they work – and what Russia’s claimed test means for global strategic stability

by Iain Boyd, University of Colorado Boulder, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Russian President Vladimir Putin, dressed in a military uniform, announced on Oct. 26,…

Uncategorized October 30, 2025

Before Thanksgiving, West Cobb Regional Library promotes food and fun

By Kelly Johnson For the first two weeks of November, West Cobb Regional Library will offer four classes on Learning to Play Mahjong, beginning Tuesday, November 4th at 10:30 AM….

Fall season items: pumpkins, falling leaves, a fence with a bird

Libraries October 30, 2025

Mountain View Regional Library observes family and history for Thanksgiving

By Kelly Johnson In company with Family Storytime the week of Thanksgiving, Mountain View Regional Library celebrates International Game Day early in the month with its Family Game Day. This…

Spring 2nd Branch plate with eggs, carrots and other assorted colorful vegetables

Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community, Food and Restaurants October 30, 2025

Spring 2nd Branch Offers Authentic Korean Eats

Photo above by Brian Benefield [This is the latest installment of “Cobb Cuisine, Culture and Community” by Brian Benefield. Photo above by Brian Benefield] Just a stone’s throw from the heart…

Marietta police SUV parked at the curb on Marietta Square

Marietta October 30, 2025

Suspect in Marietta homicide captured

By Mark Woolsey A man Marietta police labeled a dangerous fugitive was taken into custody in connection with a homicide earlier this week. Pharron Banks, 26, was sought since an argument…

Cobb weather October 30: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather October 30, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, October 30, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Thursday, October 30, 2025, with a high near 55 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be partly…

Teal pumpkin representing support for children with allergies

Health & Wellness October 29, 2025

A pediatrician explains how to make Halloween safe for children with allergies

Halloween is a fun holiday for children, but for some kids it can also pose hazards, particularly those with food allergies. How can we support children with allergies while also…

A black/white labrador retriever looking happy, with tongue's out

Pets and Pet Adoption October 29, 2025

“My name is Carol Ann, and I’m so excited about the prospect of going home with you!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female black/white labrador retriever. The following information on this potential family member…

Pets and Pet Adoption October 29, 2025

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

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a male tabby domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

Lane closures and road work October 29, 2025

Cobb DOT road and lane closures as of Wednesday, October 29, 2025

The following road and lane closures, which are currently active, are listed on the Cobb County DOT web page. To expand the map for a particular roadway, click on the…

Health & Wellness October 29, 2025

Why you can salvage moldy cheese but never spoiled meat − a toxicologist advises on what to watch out for

by Brad Reisfeld, Colorado State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When you open the refrigerator and find a wedge of cheese flecked with green…

Weather October 29, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 29, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts showers here in Cobb County on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, with a high near 54 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather…

Weather October 29, 2025

Georgia might get its first frost of the season Friday

Friday morning, we might see the first frost of the season in Georgia, at least in the northern part of the state. Rain showers are expected to cover much of…

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Kennesaw Approves plan for New $13.9 Million Police Headquarters

Kennesaw Approves plan for New $13.9 Million Police Headquarters

“My name is Bella, and I’m so excited about the prospect of going home with you!”

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

US leaders view China as a ‘pacing threat’ − has Washington enough stamina to last the race?

Refugees Will Be Among the First To Lose Food Stamps Under Federal Changes

Bookman: Democrats have a chance to flip governor’s seat in Georgia, with the right candidate

How Hershey’s chocolate survived an attack from Mars − and adopted a business strategy alien to its founder

Nuclear-powered missiles: An aerospace engineer explains how they work – and what Russia’s claimed test means for global strategic stability

Before Thanksgiving, West Cobb Regional Library promotes food and fun

Mountain View Regional Library observes family and history for Thanksgiving

Spring 2nd Branch Offers Authentic Korean Eats

Suspect in Marietta homicide captured

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, October 30, 2025

A pediatrician explains how to make Halloween safe for children with allergies

“My name is Carol Ann, and I’m so excited about the prospect of going home with you!”

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

Kennesaw Approves plan for New $13.9 Million Police Headquarters

“My name is Bella, and I’m so excited about the prospect of going home with you!”

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

US leaders view China as a ‘pacing threat’ − has Washington enough stamina to last the race?

Refugees Will Be Among the First To Lose Food Stamps Under Federal Changes

Bookman: Democrats have a chance to flip governor’s seat in Georgia, with the right candidate

How Hershey’s chocolate survived an attack from Mars − and adopted a business strategy alien to its founder

Nuclear-powered missiles: An aerospace engineer explains how they work – and what Russia’s claimed test means for global strategic stability

Before Thanksgiving, West Cobb Regional Library promotes food and fun

Mountain View Regional Library observes family and history for Thanksgiving

Spring 2nd Branch Offers Authentic Korean Eats

Suspect in Marietta homicide captured

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, October 30, 2025

A pediatrician explains how to make Halloween safe for children with allergies

“My name is Carol Ann, and I’m so excited about the prospect of going home with you!”

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

Cobb DOT road and lane closures as of Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Why you can salvage moldy cheese but never spoiled meat − a toxicologist advises on what to watch out for

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Georgia might get its first frost of the season Friday