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Mableton April 11, 2025

Mableton City Council and Cobb BOC to meeting Monday to discuss Intergovernmental Agreements

The Mableton City Council and the Cobb County Board of Commissioners will meet together on Monday, April 14, at 9 a.m. at the Switzer Library, 266 Roswell St NE, Marietta,…

Pets and Pet Adoption April 11, 2025

“My name is Angel, 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 grey tabby domestic short hair. The following information on this potential…

A white/black Siberian husky looking happy

Pets and Pet Adoption April 11, 2025

“My name is Hyacinth, 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 white/black Siberian husky. The following information on this potential family member…

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

Economy April 11, 2025

More than just chips: Chinese threats and Trump tariffs could disrupt lots of ‘made in Taiwan’ imports − disappointing US builders, cyclists and golfers alike

by Jay L. Zagorsky, Boston University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] What would the United States stand to lose economically if its current access to…

The international space station -- photo from NASA

Science and Technology April 11, 2025

Trump’s nomination for NASA leader boasts business and commercial spaceflight experience during a period of uncertainty for the agency

by Wendy Whitman Cobb, Air University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Jared Isaacman, billionaire, CEO and nominee to become the next NASA administrator, faced questions…

outline of a human head with drawing of brain visible

Health Care April 11, 2025

Cancer hijacks your brain and steals your motivation − new research in mice reveals how, offering potential avenues for treatment

by Adam Kepecs, Washington University in St. Louis, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] A cruel consequence of advanced cancer is the profound apathy many patients…

Weather April 11, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, April 11, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Friday, April 11, 2025, with a high near 64 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

Mableton April 11, 2025

Mayor Owens: No Millage Rate for Mableton in 2025

According to a press release from the office of Mayor Michael Owens, the City of Mableton will not adopt a millage rate for 2025. This marks the third consecutive year…

Drawings of fog, thunderstorm and an ice crystal

Weather April 11, 2025

Fog, thunderstorms and frost packed into one weather alert for north & central Georgia

By Larry Felton Johnson This morning, metro Atlanta and the surrounding region have several possible weather hazards to choose from, as the National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook…

Weather April 10, 2025

Scattered thunderstorms this evening in north and central Georgia

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other parts of north and central Georgia for Thursday evening, April 10. Scattered thunderstorms are expected across…

The big "Atlanta Braves" sign at the entrance to Truist Park

Cumberland April 10, 2025

The Battery Atlanta releases spring break schedule

The Battery Atlanta submitted the following schedule of its events for Spring Break Spring Break is fast approaching, and The Battery Atlanta is the ideal destination, hosting a slew of…

Religion April 10, 2025

Beacon of Light Church to hold Dress Down Easter Service in Austell’s Legion Park

The Beacon of Light Christian Church submitted the following announcement about its Dress Down Easter Service: are you READY?! This is NOT your typical Easter Sunday! God is calling, and this…

Marietta police SUV parked at the curb on Marietta Square

Marietta April 10, 2025

Marietta police make multiple arrests as investigation of Wednesday shooting continues

Cobb County authorities have arrested six individuals in connection with an ongoing shooting investigation, with all suspects now facing serious felony charges. The arrests followed an overnight effort by detectives…

Mableton April 10, 2025

Why was Six Flags built in Cobb County?

[We’re reworking and republishing some of the articles published in the Cobb County Courier in its earlier years. This was originally published in 2017, which was the 50th anniversary of…

A quilt with an abstract pattern suggesting a vase of flowers

Mableton April 10, 2025

Mable House to host display by East Cobb Quilters Guild

Photo above: Quilt created by Laurie McLaughlin based on a pattern by Jenny Haynes East Cobb Quilters’ Guild distributed the following press release: East Cobb Quilters’ Guild has again partnered…

Marietta April 10, 2025

Chaotic scene in Marietta as multiple people detained after gunfire, at least two people shot

In a public information release, Officer Chuck McPhilamy of the Marietta Police Department described a chaotic situation Wednesday night after 10 p.m. Police arrived after multiple reports of gunshots at…

A group photo of volunteers wearing yellow safety vests and holding orange bags of litter they had picked up

Mableton April 10, 2025

We Thrive in Riverside spearheads litter cleanup on Blairs Bridge Road in Mableton

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report with photos about a litter cleanup in the Riverside community spearheaded by the We Thrive in Riverside Renters Association: We Thrive…

Group photo of five graduates of the Cobb County Drug Treatment Court holding their certificates

Cobb County April 10, 2025

Cobb County Drug Treatment Court Celebrates Six Graduates

The Cobb County Drug Treatment Court recently held a graduation ceremony honoring six individuals who completed the intensive rehabilitation program. The event, held in the Cobb Superior Court Ceremonial Courtroom,…

A tan/white Jack Russell terrier looking happy

Pets and Pet Adoption April 10, 2025

“My name is Snickerdoodle. 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 female tan/white Jack Russell terrier. The following information on this potential family…

Pets and Pet Adoption April 10, 2025

“My name is Squid, and 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 female black domestic medium hair. The following information on this potential family…

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Mableton City Council and Cobb BOC to meeting Monday to discuss Intergovernmental Agreements

Mableton City Council and Cobb BOC to meeting Monday to discuss Intergovernmental Agreements

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

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

More than just chips: Chinese threats and Trump tariffs could disrupt lots of ‘made in Taiwan’ imports − disappointing US builders, cyclists and golfers alike

Trump’s nomination for NASA leader boasts business and commercial spaceflight experience during a period of uncertainty for the agency

Cancer hijacks your brain and steals your motivation − new research in mice reveals how, offering potential avenues for treatment

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, April 11, 2025

Mayor Owens: No Millage Rate for Mableton in 2025

Fog, thunderstorms and frost packed into one weather alert for north & central Georgia

Scattered thunderstorms this evening in north and central Georgia

The Battery Atlanta releases spring break schedule

Beacon of Light Church to hold Dress Down Easter Service in Austell’s Legion Park

Marietta police make multiple arrests as investigation of Wednesday shooting continues

Why was Six Flags built in Cobb County?

Mable House to host display by East Cobb Quilters Guild

Chaotic scene in Marietta as multiple people detained after gunfire, at least two people shot

Mableton City Council and Cobb BOC to meeting Monday to discuss Intergovernmental Agreements

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

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

More than just chips: Chinese threats and Trump tariffs could disrupt lots of ‘made in Taiwan’ imports − disappointing US builders, cyclists and golfers alike

Trump’s nomination for NASA leader boasts business and commercial spaceflight experience during a period of uncertainty for the agency

Cancer hijacks your brain and steals your motivation − new research in mice reveals how, offering potential avenues for treatment

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, April 11, 2025

Mayor Owens: No Millage Rate for Mableton in 2025

Fog, thunderstorms and frost packed into one weather alert for north & central Georgia

Scattered thunderstorms this evening in north and central Georgia

The Battery Atlanta releases spring break schedule

Beacon of Light Church to hold Dress Down Easter Service in Austell’s Legion Park

Marietta police make multiple arrests as investigation of Wednesday shooting continues

Why was Six Flags built in Cobb County?

Mable House to host display by East Cobb Quilters Guild

Chaotic scene in Marietta as multiple people detained after gunfire, at least two people shot

We Thrive in Riverside spearheads litter cleanup on Blairs Bridge Road in Mableton

Cobb County Drug Treatment Court Celebrates Six Graduates

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

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