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Health & Wellness February 20, 2026

Should Drug Companies Be Advertising to Consumers?

This article by Paula Span first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Paula Span, February 20, 2026 Tamar Abrams had a lousy couple of years in 2022 and…

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Health & Wellness

Should Drug Companies Be Advertising to Consumers?


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

Immigration

Dems push to revert to earlier immigration policy to rein in Trump’s crackdown


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Government & Politics, National Government

Trump dismisses affordability woes, boosts allies at northwest Georgia steel plant 


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Philosophy

I’m a philosopher who tries to see the best in others – but I know there are limits



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Health & Wellness

Trump administration axed nutrition education program that saved more money than it cost, even as government encourages healthier eating


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Crime & Public Safety

Enforcing Prohibition with a massive new federal force of poorly trained agents didn’t go so well in the 1920s


Unity North Atlanta Church and Habitat for Humanity NW Metro Atlanta officials pose for group shot with ceremonial check

Community, Giving Back to the Community

Unity North Atlanta Church Donates $8,000 to Habitat for Humanity NW Atlanta Metro


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Real Estate

When selling a home, don’t overlook electrical systems



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News, Weather

Isolated to Scattered Thunderstorms Expected Across Georgia Fri and Sat, Possible Heavy Wind and Hail


Cobb weather February 20: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, February 20, 2026


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Pets and Pet Adoption

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


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Pets and Pet Adoption

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



Doorway to magistrate court, the court which conducts eviction hearings

Community, Giving Back to the Community

Cobb County Magistrate Court Team to Be Honored at The Center for Family Resources 2026 Gala on Saturday, May 9th


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Health & Wellness

Cobb & Douglas Public Health Community Survey — Feedback Needed!


Government & Politics, State Government

2026 Cobb County Legislative Delegation Forum at Cobb Senior Wellness Center


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Pets and Pet Adoption

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



Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness February 20, 2026

Should Drug Companies Be Advertising to Consumers?

This article by Paula Span first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Paula Span, February 20, 2026 Tamar Abrams had a lousy couple of years in 2022 and…


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

Immigration February 20, 2026

Dems push to revert to earlier immigration policy to rein in Trump’s crackdown

by Ariana Figueroa, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 19, 2026 WASHINGTON — As they seek to curb President Donald Trump’s aggressive…


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Government & Politics, National Government February 20, 2026

Trump dismisses affordability woes, boosts allies at northwest Georgia steel plant 

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 19, 2026 ROME, Ga. – In a freewheeling hour-long speech at a northwest…


outline of a human head with drawing of brain visible

Philosophy February 20, 2026

I’m a philosopher who tries to see the best in others – but I know there are limits

by Mark Schroeder, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Understanding one another can be hard. There is a…


A color drawing of a wide assortment of fruits and vegetables

Health & Wellness February 20, 2026

Trump administration axed nutrition education program that saved more money than it cost, even as government encourages healthier eating

by Diane Cress, Wayne State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] If the government had found a way to save US$10 for every dollar it…


A gold set of the scales of justice

Crime & Public Safety February 20, 2026

Enforcing Prohibition with a massive new federal force of poorly trained agents didn’t go so well in the 1920s

by Richard F. Hamm, University at Albany, State University of New York, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] As the actions of agents with U.S. Immigration…


Unity North Atlanta Church and Habitat for Humanity NW Metro Atlanta officials pose for group shot with ceremonial check

Community, Giving Back to the Community February 20, 2026

Unity North Atlanta Church Donates $8,000 to Habitat for Humanity NW Atlanta Metro

By Larry Felton Johnson Thursday morning, the Unity North Atlanta Church on Sandy Plains Road presented an $8,000 financial gift to Habitat for Humanity NW Metro Atlanta to support affordable…


electrical lines

Real Estate February 20, 2026

When selling a home, don’t overlook electrical systems

When selling a home, it’s easy to focus on the big-ticket items. However, home sellers shouldn’t overlook the smaller electrical details that can often make or break a sale. Paul…


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News, Weather February 20, 2026

Isolated to Scattered Thunderstorms Expected Across Georgia Fri and Sat, Possible Heavy Wind and Hail

Isolated thunderstorms are expected across north and central Georgia today, with a few stronger storms in northwest Georgia capable of producing pea to dime size hail and wind gusts near…


Cobb weather February 20: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather February 20, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, February 20, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Friday, February 20, 2026, with a high near 73 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…


A red chow chow looking at the camera

Pets and Pet Adoption February 20, 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 male red chow chow. The following information on this potential family member…


A tabby calico kitten held by someone

Pets and Pet Adoption February 20, 2026

“My name is Eloise. 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 long hair. The following information on this potential family…


Doorway to magistrate court, the court which conducts eviction hearings

Community, Giving Back to the Community February 19, 2026

Cobb County Magistrate Court Team to Be Honored at The Center for Family Resources 2026 Gala on Saturday, May 9th

The Center for Family Resource submitted the following announcement: The Center for Family Resources (CFR) will honor its innovative partnership with the Cobb County Magistrate Court on Saturday, May 9 at the 2026…


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

Health & Wellness February 19, 2026

Cobb & Douglas Public Health Community Survey — Feedback Needed!

Cobb & Douglas Public Health submitted the following announcement about their 5-minute survey: Cobb & Douglas Public Health (CDPH) is seeking valuable feedback from our community, and we need your…


Government & Politics, State Government February 19, 2026

2026 Cobb County Legislative Delegation Forum at Cobb Senior Wellness Center

The the Senior Citizens Council of Cobb County submitted the following announcement: Mark your calendars! Join the Senior Citizens Council of Cobb County and Cobb County Senior Services for the…


A white/brown American pit bull terrier looking sad

Pets and Pet Adoption February 19, 2026

“My name is Gilbert. 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 white/brown American pit bull terrier. The following information on this potential…


A grey/white cat sitting inside a cage

Pets and Pet Adoption February 19, 2026

“My name is Rowan, 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 grey/white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…


Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness February 19, 2026

Nevada Debuts Public Option Amid Tumultuous Federal Changes to Health Care

This article by Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez, February 19, 2026 More than 10,000 people have enrolled in Nevada’s new…


A gold set of the scales of justice

Immigration February 19, 2026

Communities fight ICE detention centers, but have few tools to stop them

by Kevin Hardy, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 19, 2026 Outrage erupted last month when Oklahoma City residents learned of plans…


Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government February 19, 2026

Georgia fines former First Liberty principal as part of alleged Ponzi scheme investigation 

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 18, 2026 The Secretary of State’s Office has ordered a former principal of…


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