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Aging October 20, 2025

An Age-Old Fear Grows More Common: ‘I’m Going To Die Alone’

This article by Judith Graham and Oona Zenda first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Judith Graham and Oona Zenda Illustration by Oona Zenda October 16, 2025 This…

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Government & Politics October 20, 2025

Thousands, including many dressed as frogs, rally against Trump at Atlanta No Kings protest

by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 18, 2025 Thousands of people gathered Saturday in Atlanta as part of the…

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Health & Wellness October 20, 2025

Antioxidants help stave off a host of health problems – but figuring out how much you’re getting can be tricky

by Nathaniel Johnson, University of North Dakota, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When it comes to describing what an antioxidant is, it’s all in the…

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Government & Politics October 20, 2025

10 effective things citizens can do to make change in addition to attending a protest

by Shelley Inglis, Rutgers University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] What happens now? That may well be the question being asked by “No Kings” protesters,…

Elections October 20, 2025

Q&A with Jonathon Bothers, Candidate for Kennesaw City Council Post 3

By Rebecca Gaunt Candidates Jonathon Bothers and Donovan Giardina are vying for the Kennesaw City Council Post 3 seat, soon to be vacated by incumbent Pat Ferris, who is not…

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Fuel Cost October 20, 2025

Georgia gas prices drop a significant six cents over the past week; EV charging rates stable

Georgia gasoline prices dropped a significant six cents over the past week. According to AAA’s weekly report, gasoline prices in Georgia reached an average cost of $2.81 per gallon for…

Food Safety October 20, 2025

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from October 10 to October 16

The following are scores for the past week for restaurants, school cafeterias, hotels, and other food service facilities in Cobb County from the Georgia Department of Public Health. For more…

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Pets and Pet Adoption October 20, 2025

“My name is Silver, 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…

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Pets and Pet Adoption October 20, 2025

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

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Fires October 20, 2025

Near-critical fire conditions possible in metro Atlanta Wednesday and Thursday

A quiet weather pattern persists across north and central Georgia, with no hazardous conditions expected through tonight and only a low probability of threats through the coming weekend, but according…

Education October 20, 2025

Safety concerns persist during Cobb’s recognition of National Bus Safety Week

By Rebecca Gaunt Parents and transportation staff are questioning the safety of the district’s buses, even as the Cobb County School District recognizes National Bus Safety Week. Parents are also…

Weather October 20, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, October 20, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Monday, October 20, 2025, with a high near 71 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be clear, with…

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Marietta October 20, 2025

Marietta police investigate weekend shooting of teen

By Mark Woolsey Marietta Police are investigating a weekend shooting that left a teenager hospitalized. Officials say they were called to a parking lot at 585 Franklin Gateway about 10:15…

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Weekend Quiz October 19, 2025

Cobb Courier Quiz: How much do you know about Smyrna?

The City of Smyrna is one of the largest and most economically vibrant cities in Cobb County. But how much do you know about it? We’ve posted a quiz to…

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new business October 19, 2025

Here are the 32 new businesses issued licenses by Cobb County on the week ending Friday, October 17, 2025

Here are the 32 new businesses issued licenses by Cobb County on the week ending Friday, October 17, 2025. These are only licenses for businesses in unincorporated Cobb County. Cities…

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Mableton October 19, 2025

Mableton to take up proposal for Tax Allocation District referendum at this week’s city council

The Mableton City Council will meet this Wednesday, October, 2025 at the Riverside EpiCenter, 135 Riverside Parkway, Austell, GA 30168. This meeting will be held in the COMOTION Room at…

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Smyrna October 19, 2025

Latest programs and events from Keep Smyrna Beautiful include environmental education

Photo: Argyle Elementary was able to transform their courtyard into a learning garden with support from a KSB School Grant Keep Smyrna Beautiful submitted the following update on upcoming events:…

Cobb weather October 17: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather October 19, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Sunday, October 19, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts showers and thunderstorms skies here in Cobb County on Sunday, October 19, 2025, with a high near 72 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued…

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Product recalls October 19, 2025

USDA issues listeria alert about several burrito and wrap products

[Editor’s note: as a result of the recent outbreak of listeria-contaminated product and the consequent rash of foodborne illness and deaths, the Cobb County Courier will publicize any food recall…

Volunteers collect hazardous waste from cars at Keep Cobb Beautiful's hazardous household waste event

Community Life October 19, 2025

Report and photos from Keep Cobb Beautiful hazardous waste event

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report and photos from Keep Cobb Beautiful’s Household Hazardous Waste event: Keep Cobb Beautiful had over 900 cars drive through their Household…