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Food Safety, Health & Wellness October 7, 2026

USDA warns against eating 2 varieties of imported chicken sausages sold in Georgia and other states

Federal food safety officials are warning consumers not to eat two varieties of Grace canned chicken Vienna sausages distributed to stores in Georgia and four other states because the products…

News, Transportation October 7, 2026

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 7

Cobb County road closures Oct. 7, 2026 The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a…

Detail of Cobb County Police Department STEP Unit vehicle in article about fatal accident on I-75

Crime & Public Safety, Traffic incidents October 7, 2026

Cobb Police Investigate Fatal Multi-vehicle Crash on I-285

By Mark Woolsey Cobb police continue trying to untangle what happened in a multi-vehicle wreck which killed one person Saturday night. Investigators say a black 2006 Ford-150 was traveling east…

Art October 7, 2026

Smyrna History Museum Showcases Artist Nellie Mae Rowe

By Mark Woolsey A Cobb County resident for much of her adult life. Nellie Mae Rowe’s path echoes the life of many African-American woman in the early 20th century. Born…

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News, Weather October 7, 2026

Tropical Storm Isaias Could Affect Metro Atlanta By Friday

Tropical Storm Isaias could bring heavy rain, flooding, gusty winds and isolated tornadoes to north and central Georgia from Friday evening into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters…

Weather October 7, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 7, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, with a high near 82 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be clear, with…

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Health & Wellness October 6, 2026

Before Saying Yes to the Medical Test, Know the Risks and Benefits

This article by Blake Farmer, Cara Anthony, and Katherine Ruppelt, Nashville Public Radio, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 6, 2026 When Lori Baute first learned…

Opinion October 6, 2026

Witnessing the Failed Execution of Christa Pike: ‘We Could All Hear Her Breathing’

This article by Catherine Sweeney, WPLN, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Oct 6, 2026 On Sept. 30, I was one of the seven media witnesses who…

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Government & Politics October 6, 2026

‘It’s complicated’: A southwest Georgia district presents both opportunity, risk for Republicans

by Maya Homan, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 6, 2026 At first glance, a largely rural district that stretches across 30…

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Government & Politics October 6, 2026

Trump drops longtime aversion to mail-in voting with GOP trailing in polls

by Jonathan Shorman, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 5, 2026 President Donald Trump wants to sharply curtail mail ballots. He’s called…

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Government & Politics October 6, 2026

This year’s primary elections showcase some of the problems with US electoral system

by Robert Boatright, Clark University; Institute for Humane Studies, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The last 2026 primary elections were held on Sept. 15 in…

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Science & Technology October 6, 2026

Optogenetics wins the Nobel – one neuroscience breakthrough in a line of technological innovations helping scientists map and control the brain

by Kimberlee D’Ardenne, Arizona State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The brain is unbelievably complicated, which is both daunting and fascinating for neuroscientists like…

Government & Politics October 6, 2026

Cobb Courier

USDA warns against eating 2 varieties of imported chicken sausages sold in Georgia and other states

USDA warns against eating 2 varieties of imported chicken sausages sold in Georgia and other states

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 7

Cobb Police Investigate Fatal Multi-vehicle Crash on I-285

Smyrna History Museum Showcases Artist Nellie Mae Rowe

Tropical Storm Isaias Could Affect Metro Atlanta By Friday

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Before Saying Yes to the Medical Test, Know the Risks and Benefits

Witnessing the Failed Execution of Christa Pike: ‘We Could All Hear Her Breathing’

‘It’s complicated’: A southwest Georgia district presents both opportunity, risk for Republicans

Trump drops longtime aversion to mail-in voting with GOP trailing in polls

This year’s primary elections showcase some of the problems with US electoral system

Optogenetics wins the Nobel – one neuroscience breakthrough in a line of technological innovations helping scientists map and control the brain

Why older lawmakers may wait too long to step aside

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

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

Letter to the Editor: Better for All | Allegiance and Politics

USDA warns against eating 2 varieties of imported chicken sausages sold in Georgia and other states

Latest Cobb County Road and Lane Closures as of Wednesday Oct. 7

Cobb Police Investigate Fatal Multi-vehicle Crash on I-285

Smyrna History Museum Showcases Artist Nellie Mae Rowe

Tropical Storm Isaias Could Affect Metro Atlanta By Friday

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Before Saying Yes to the Medical Test, Know the Risks and Benefits

Witnessing the Failed Execution of Christa Pike: ‘We Could All Hear Her Breathing’

‘It’s complicated’: A southwest Georgia district presents both opportunity, risk for Republicans

Trump drops longtime aversion to mail-in voting with GOP trailing in polls

This year’s primary elections showcase some of the problems with US electoral system

Optogenetics wins the Nobel – one neuroscience breakthrough in a line of technological innovations helping scientists map and control the brain

Why older lawmakers may wait too long to step aside

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

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

Letter to the Editor: Better for All | Allegiance and Politics

Inside the Polling Place: What to Expect When You Check In

The Rise and Fall (and rise) of the Belmont Hills shopping center in Smyrna

Quiz: Who Received Cobb Chamber’s 2026 Public Safety Awards?

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, October 6, 2026