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Marietta police SUV parked at the curb on Marietta Square

Crime & Public Safety February 5, 2026

Marietta 5-year-old dies after emergency call; parents charged with multiple felonies

According to a public information release from Officer Chuck McPhilamy of the Marietta Police Department, 5-year-old boy has died following a medical emergency at a Marietta home, and both of…

The comedy and drama mask behind curtains

Arts & Culture, Theatre February 5, 2026

“Ain’t Misbehavin’” Opens 10th Anniversary Season at Marietta’s Theatre in the Square

Ain’t Misbehavin’, a high-energy musical revue celebrating the music and legacy of jazz great Thomas “Fats” Waller, will open Marietta’s Theatre in the Square’s 10th Anniversary Season with performances running…

Drawing of an unfolding world map showing all continents except Antarctica

Opinion February 5, 2026

How Free Is The Board Of Peace?

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College When President Donald Trump announced the Board of Peace, his plan for Gaza, and maybe a replacement for the United…

Welcome to Cobb County brick sign at Henderson Road on Veterans Memorial

Community, Things to Do February 5, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday February 6 to Sunday, February 8

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, January 23 to Sunday, January 25. Friday, Feb. 6, 2026 The Ultimate RV Show…

News, Weather February 5, 2026

Snow flurries possible in northeast Georgia Thursday morning, but no accumulation expected

Northeast Georgia might see a little snow, but don’t grab that snow shovel. A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for north and central Georgia, noting only minimal winter weather…

Pets and Pet Adoption February 5, 2026

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

A white Great Pyrenees looking at the camera

Pets and Pet Adoption February 5, 2026

“My name is Georgia. 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 white Great Pyrenees. The following information on this potential family member…

Cobb weather February 5: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Weather February 5, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, February 5, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Thursday, February 5, 2026, with a high near 44 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness February 4, 2026

It’s 2026 and You’re Uninsured. Now What?

This article by Renuka Rayasam first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Renuka Rayasam February 2, 2026 Health policy changes in Washington will ripple through the country, resulting…

Color drawing of the south side of the White House

Government & Politics, National Government February 4, 2026

Trump doubles down on calling for the feds to take over state elections

by Jacob Fischler, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 3, 2026 President Donald Trump restated a call Tuesday for federal control over…

Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government February 4, 2026

Georgia librarians could face criminal charges for ‘harmful materials’

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] February 3, 2026 Librarians and education advocates are warning that a bill moving through…

Government & Politics, National Government February 4, 2026

Federal power meets local resistance in Minneapolis – a case study in how federalism staves off authoritarianism

by Nicholas Jacobs, Colby College; Institute for Humane Studies, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] An unusually large majority of Americans agree that the recent scenes…

A color drawing of a wide assortment of fruits and vegetables

Health & Wellness, Nutrition February 4, 2026

Confused by the new dietary guidelines? Focus on these simple, evidence-based shifts to lower your chronic disease risk

by Michael I Goran, University of Southern California, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The Dietary Guidelines for Americans aim to translate the most up-to-date nutrition…

outline of a human head with drawing of brain visible

Psychology February 4, 2026

Not all mindfulness is the same – here’s why it matters for health and happiness

by Ronald S. Green, Coastal Carolina University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Over the past two decades, the concept of mindfulness has become hugely popular…

Pets and Pet Adoption February 4, 2026

“I’m a cat 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 male flame point domestic short hair. The following information on this potential…

A blonde terrier with a pink scarf, looking happy

Pets and Pet Adoption February 4, 2026

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

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female blonde terrier. The following information on this potential family member is…

Community, Giving Back to the Community February 4, 2026

Caregiving Without Burnout: Free Educational Program in Marietta for Adult Children of Aging Parents

ACAP Cobb & Cherokee submitted the following news release about a free educational program for adult children of aging parents: For many residents in Cobb and Cherokee counties, the “nine-to-five”…

News, Transportation February 4, 2026

Cobb DOT list of road and lane closures as of Wednesday, February 4

The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a particular roadway, click on the legend to…

Weather February 4, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, February 4, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, with a high near 53 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be mostly cloudy,…

Government & Politics, Local government February 4, 2026

No Electric Rate Increase for Marietta Power Customers in 2026

Marietta Power announced it will not raise electric rates in 2026, providing continued relief to residential and business customers amid widespread increases by other providers across Georgia. The decision marks…

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Marietta 5-year-old dies after emergency call; parents charged with multiple felonies

Marietta 5-year-old dies after emergency call; parents charged with multiple felonies

“Ain’t Misbehavin’” Opens 10th Anniversary Season at Marietta’s Theatre in the Square

How Free Is The Board Of Peace?

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday February 6 to Sunday, February 8

Snow flurries possible in northeast Georgia Thursday morning, but no accumulation expected

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

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

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, February 5, 2026

It’s 2026 and You’re Uninsured. Now What?

Trump doubles down on calling for the feds to take over state elections

Georgia librarians could face criminal charges for ‘harmful materials’

Federal power meets local resistance in Minneapolis – a case study in how federalism staves off authoritarianism

Confused by the new dietary guidelines? Focus on these simple, evidence-based shifts to lower your chronic disease risk

Not all mindfulness is the same – here’s why it matters for health and happiness

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

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

Marietta 5-year-old dies after emergency call; parents charged with multiple felonies

“Ain’t Misbehavin’” Opens 10th Anniversary Season at Marietta’s Theatre in the Square

How Free Is The Board Of Peace?

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday February 6 to Sunday, February 8

Snow flurries possible in northeast Georgia Thursday morning, but no accumulation expected

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

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

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, February 5, 2026

It’s 2026 and You’re Uninsured. Now What?

Trump doubles down on calling for the feds to take over state elections

Georgia librarians could face criminal charges for ‘harmful materials’

Federal power meets local resistance in Minneapolis – a case study in how federalism staves off authoritarianism

Confused by the new dietary guidelines? Focus on these simple, evidence-based shifts to lower your chronic disease risk

Not all mindfulness is the same – here’s why it matters for health and happiness

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

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

Caregiving Without Burnout: Free Educational Program in Marietta for Adult Children of Aging Parents

Cobb DOT list of road and lane closures as of Wednesday, February 4

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, February 4, 2026

No Electric Rate Increase for Marietta Power Customers in 2026