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Georgia Bureau of Investigation September 16, 2025

Mableton resident promoted to Manager of GBI Trace Evidence section

Kimberly Jewett, a resident of Mableton, was promoted to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Trace Evidence Section manager. She began her career in 2009 as a scientist in the Trace…

Pets and Pet Adoption September 16, 2025

“My name is Cali, 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 calico domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

A black/brown Rottweiler with a pink scarf and tongue's out

Pets and Pet Adoption September 16, 2025

“My name is Reese. 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/brown Rottweiler. The following information on this potential family member is…

A schoolhouse with books superimposed on the front

Cobb County School District September 16, 2025

Some Cobb educators face disciplinary action over social media posts about the killing of Charlie Kirk

By Mark Woolsey An apparently small group of Cobb County educators faces disciplinary action after allegedly making inflammatory statements on social media regarding slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In a…

Three people gathered around a wall-board with various business and industry symbols including gears and charts

new business September 16, 2025

Only one new entry on last week’s new business listings for Cobb County

Only one new business was on the listing posted by Cobb County for the week ending Friday, September 12, 2025, the Georgia Transplant Foundation, a nonprofit. The listing was published…

Weather September 16, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, September 16, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, with a high near 85 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

Possible flooding Georgia: Drawing of thunderclouds with lightning on a dark backdrop

Weather September 16, 2025

Isolated thunderstorms expected in metro Atlanta & N. GA between noon and 9 p.m. Tuesday

Isolated thunderstorms are expected to develop in north Georgia today between noon and 9 p.m., with additional chances later in the week. The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather…

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

Economy September 16, 2025

Even professional economists can’t escape political bias

by Aeimit Lakdawala, Wake Forest University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Republican-leaning economists tend to predict stronger economic growth when a Republican is president than…

Health & Wellness September 16, 2025

Parents Fear Losing Disability Protections as Trump Slashes Civil Rights Office

This article by Fred Clasen-Kelly first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Fred Clasen-Kelly September 15, 2025 Devon Price, a 15-year-old boy with autism, has attended the largest…

A partially sunlit moon taken toward the moon's north pole

Science & Technology September 16, 2025

The Moon is getting slightly farther away from the Earth each year − a physicist explains why

by Stephen DiKerby, Michigan State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a…

The "Star of Life" symbol represents medicine and health care. Three rectangles are arranged in a radial pattern to form a sort of abstract star shape, with a snake coiled around a staff superimposed on the center.

Health & Wellness September 16, 2025

All eyes on CDC vaccine panel as Georgia officials mull access for the COVID-19 shot

by Maya Homan, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 12, 2025 Georgia residents may face an uphill battle accessing COVID-19 vaccines this…

Environment September 16, 2025

Solving the world’s microplastics problem: 4 solutions cities and states are trying after global treaty talks collapsed

by Sarah J. Morath, Wake Forest University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Microplastics seem to be everywhere – in the air we breathe, the water…

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)

Acworth September 15, 2025

Acworth Downtown Development Authority hosts Meet the Merchants

By Ashu Ebot-Tabi Acworth’s Downtown Development Authority hosted its Meet the Merchants mixer event on September 11. Hosted in City Hall’s council chambers, the event aimed to assist local businesses…

The front of the brick South Cobb Community Center building, with a "Vote Here" sign in front

Elections September 15, 2025

Tate Fall leaving her post as Cobb elections director

By Mark Woolsey Cobb County Elections Director Tate Fall will not be returning to her duties. Fall is currently on a leave of absence, and a news release dated Sept….

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Fuel Cost September 15, 2025

With cooler weather, GA gas prices drop two cents; EV charging rate remains steady

Cooler weather and lower demand are factors leading to a two-cent drop in Georgia gasoline prices over the past seven days. EV charging rates at public DC fast-charging stations held…

Food Safety September 15, 2025

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from September 5 to September 11

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…

Weather September 15, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, September 15, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Monday, September 15, 2025, with a high near 87 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be mostly clear,…

A grey/white kitten held by someone with black gloves

Pets and Pet Adoption September 15, 2025

“My name is Andrew, 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 medium hair. The following information on this potential family…

A tri-color German shepherd with a pink scarf and blue leash, looking at the camera

Pets and Pet Adoption September 15, 2025

“My name is Levi. 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 tri-color German shepherd. The following information on this potential family member…

Health & Wellness September 15, 2025

A Surgical Team Was About To Harvest This Man’s Organs — Until His Doctor Intervened

This article by Cara Anthony first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Cara Anthony September 12, 2025 ST. LOUIS — Lying on top of an operating room table…

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Mableton resident promoted to Manager of GBI Trace Evidence section

Mableton resident promoted to Manager of GBI Trace Evidence section

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

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

Some Cobb educators face disciplinary action over social media posts about the killing of Charlie Kirk

Only one new entry on last week’s new business listings for Cobb County

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Isolated thunderstorms expected in metro Atlanta & N. GA between noon and 9 p.m. Tuesday

Even professional economists can’t escape political bias

Parents Fear Losing Disability Protections as Trump Slashes Civil Rights Office

The Moon is getting slightly farther away from the Earth each year − a physicist explains why

All eyes on CDC vaccine panel as Georgia officials mull access for the COVID-19 shot

Solving the world’s microplastics problem: 4 solutions cities and states are trying after global treaty talks collapsed

Acworth Downtown Development Authority hosts Meet the Merchants

Tate Fall leaving her post as Cobb elections director

With cooler weather, GA gas prices drop two cents; EV charging rate remains steady

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from September 5 to September 11

Mableton resident promoted to Manager of GBI Trace Evidence section

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

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

Some Cobb educators face disciplinary action over social media posts about the killing of Charlie Kirk

Only one new entry on last week’s new business listings for Cobb County

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Isolated thunderstorms expected in metro Atlanta & N. GA between noon and 9 p.m. Tuesday

Even professional economists can’t escape political bias

Parents Fear Losing Disability Protections as Trump Slashes Civil Rights Office

The Moon is getting slightly farther away from the Earth each year − a physicist explains why

All eyes on CDC vaccine panel as Georgia officials mull access for the COVID-19 shot

Solving the world’s microplastics problem: 4 solutions cities and states are trying after global treaty talks collapsed

Acworth Downtown Development Authority hosts Meet the Merchants

Tate Fall leaving her post as Cobb elections director

With cooler weather, GA gas prices drop two cents; EV charging rate remains steady

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from September 5 to September 11

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Monday, September 15, 2025

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

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

A Surgical Team Was About To Harvest This Man’s Organs — Until His Doctor Intervened