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Education April 26, 2025

Cobb schools’ proposed $1.86 billion budget reflects economic hurdles

By Rebecca Gaunt Though the 2026 $1.86 billion budget for the Cobb County School District reflects current economic challenges, Superintendent Chris Ragsdale said it was not all “doom and gloom.”…

Dance April 26, 2025

Atlanta Ballet to close out 2024-2025 season with “explosive, athletic and groundbreaking” performances

By Mark Woolsey The Atlanta Ballet will close out its 2024-2025 season in Cobb County with a mixed bill of performances billed as explosive, athletic and groundbreaking. Set for May…

Smyrna April 26, 2025

Police top fire in Chief’s Cup during Smyrna Public Safety Foundation’s Fourth Annual Golf Tournament

PHOTO: Molly Barrett Gillis, a partner with the Gillis Law Firm, presented the trophy to members of the Smyrna Police Department, including Police Chief Keith Zgonc (photo courtesy of Smyrna…

Weather April 26, 2025

Chance of isolated thunderstorms in metro Atlanta

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other parts of north and central Georgia for Saturday, April 26, 2025 due to the possibility of…

Weather April 26, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Saturday, April 26, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Saturday, April 26, 2025, with a high near 81 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

Health Care April 25, 2025

YMCA of Metro Atlanta to host Healthy Kids Day events tomorrow, April 26

YMCA of Metro Atlanta distributed the following news release: What: The YMCA of Metro Atlanta will host free community events at 19 YMCA of Metro Atlanta locations on Saturday, April…

Sign-in table at Cobb Senior Expo with line of people going through

Cobb County April 25, 2025

Cobb Senior Expo “jam-packed with people” learning about aging services

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report with photos about the Cobb County Senior Expo: The Cobb County Senior Expo was jam-packed with people wanting to learn more…

Education April 25, 2025

Fleet maintenance crew takes Cobb superintendent, school board to task over safety, wages

Photo: Eric Carroll, screenshot from Cobb Board of Education video By Rebecca Gaunt Eric Carroll introduced himself at Thursday’s Cobb County school board meeting as a 14-year employee of the…

Rendering of play equipment at Adams Park in Kennesaw

Kennesaw April 25, 2025

More park and playground space coming to Kennesaw

Rendering of Adams Park recreational equipment from City of Kennesaw By Rebecca Gaunt In addition to the building of a new park, the playgrounds at the existing Kennesaw Station Park…

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

Sports April 25, 2025

The Braves Need Better Pitching, But Offering Fried A Max Contract Wasn’t The Answer

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Here’s a pitch for the Atlanta Braves. They don’t have to be the Dodgers’ or Padres’ staff. They should aim…

Weather April 25, 2025

Scattered thunderstorms expected in Georgia: gusty winds and hail possible

Scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening across metro Atlanta and other parts of the region. Localized gusty winds, heavy rain, and hail are possible. The National Weather Service…

Cobb weather April 25: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather April 25, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, April 25, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Friday, April 25, 2025, with a high near 78 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

Pets and Pet Adoption April 25, 2025

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

Pets and Pet Adoption April 25, 2025

“My name is Copper. 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 terrier. The following information on this potential family member is…

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 Care April 25, 2025

A Chicago Hospital Bows to Federal Pressure on Trans Care for Teens

This article by Kristen Schorsch, WBEZ Chicago, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Kristen Schorsch, WBEZ Chicago April 24, 2025 He’s 17 and lives in the Chicago…

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Opinion April 25, 2025

Bookman: Attempts to deport international students will cause lasting harm in Georgia and beyond

by Jay Bookman, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] April 17, 2025 “It’s our mission to enhance your college experience through the internationalization…

A schoolhouse with books superimposed on the front

Education April 25, 2025

Endowments aren’t blank checks – but universities can rely on them more heavily in turbulent times

by Ellen P. Aprill, University of California, Los Angeles, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The Trump administration is demanding that at least 60 U.S. colleges…

Education April 25, 2025

US universities lose millions of dollars chasing patents, research shows

by Joshua M. Pearce, Western University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Every year, American universities spend millions of dollars patenting inventions developed on their campuses….

International April 25, 2025

Is China the new cool? How Beijing is using pop culture to win the soft power war

by Shaoyu Yuan, Rutgers University – Newark, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] IShowSpeed, a 20-year-old American YouTuber and internet star, recently livestreamed hourslong tours of…

Drawing of a "road closed" sign with diagonal stripes and two electric lanterns on top

Cobb County April 24, 2025

Upcoming Stilesboro Road closures to last through fall

Stilesboro Road, near Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, will close on May 6, and sections will close in phases expected to last through the fall. According to a news release…

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Cobb schools’ proposed $1.86 billion budget reflects economic hurdles

Cobb schools’ proposed $1.86 billion budget reflects economic hurdles

Atlanta Ballet to close out 2024-2025 season with “explosive, athletic and groundbreaking” performances

Police top fire in Chief’s Cup during Smyrna Public Safety Foundation’s Fourth Annual Golf Tournament

Chance of isolated thunderstorms in metro Atlanta

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Saturday, April 26, 2025

YMCA of Metro Atlanta to host Healthy Kids Day events tomorrow, April 26

Cobb Senior Expo “jam-packed with people” learning about aging services

Fleet maintenance crew takes Cobb superintendent, school board to task over safety, wages

More park and playground space coming to Kennesaw

The Braves Need Better Pitching, But Offering Fried A Max Contract Wasn’t The Answer

Scattered thunderstorms expected in Georgia: gusty winds and hail possible

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, April 25, 2025

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

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

A Chicago Hospital Bows to Federal Pressure on Trans Care for Teens

Bookman: Attempts to deport international students will cause lasting harm in Georgia and beyond

Cobb schools’ proposed $1.86 billion budget reflects economic hurdles

Atlanta Ballet to close out 2024-2025 season with “explosive, athletic and groundbreaking” performances

Police top fire in Chief’s Cup during Smyrna Public Safety Foundation’s Fourth Annual Golf Tournament

Chance of isolated thunderstorms in metro Atlanta

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Saturday, April 26, 2025

YMCA of Metro Atlanta to host Healthy Kids Day events tomorrow, April 26

Cobb Senior Expo “jam-packed with people” learning about aging services

Fleet maintenance crew takes Cobb superintendent, school board to task over safety, wages

More park and playground space coming to Kennesaw

The Braves Need Better Pitching, But Offering Fried A Max Contract Wasn’t The Answer

Scattered thunderstorms expected in Georgia: gusty winds and hail possible

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Friday, April 25, 2025

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

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

A Chicago Hospital Bows to Federal Pressure on Trans Care for Teens

Bookman: Attempts to deport international students will cause lasting harm in Georgia and beyond

Endowments aren’t blank checks – but universities can rely on them more heavily in turbulent times

US universities lose millions of dollars chasing patents, research shows

Is China the new cool? How Beijing is using pop culture to win the soft power war

Upcoming Stilesboro Road closures to last through fall