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Uncategorized September 1, 2026

Acworth Police Warn Residents About Officer Impersonation Scam

By Mark Woolsey Acworth police are warning the public about a scam artist who claims to be a police lieutenant. Police say a man calling himself Lt. Williams has been…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 1, 2026

“My name is Dale, 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 black/white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 1, 2026

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

The City of Smyrna City Council unanimously voted on August 3, 2026, to become a Bee City USA. From left to right: Chris Knight (At-Large, KSB Board); Casey Chaviano (At-Large, KSB Board); Diane Overton (Mayor's Appointee, KSB Board); Shannon Balestrini (At-Large, KSB Board); Mayor Derek Norton; Environmental Services Director and KSB Executive Director Julie Barwig; Maggie McGarity (Ward 5, KSB Board); Liv Wise (At-large, KSB Board)

Environment September 1, 2026

City of Smyrna Becomes an Affiliate of Bee City USA

Photo above: The City of Smyrna City Council unanimously voted on August 3, 2026, to become a Bee City USA. From left to right: Chris Knight (At-Large, KSB Board); Casey…

Weather September 1, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, September 1, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, with a high near 96 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

Opinion September 1, 2026

This Recovery Month, let’s be realistic

By Melanie Dallas, LPC September is National Recovery Month and it is a good opportunity for us to reflect on what recovery means, especially for individuals living with complex mental…

Community Life, Libraries September 1, 2026

West Cobb Regional Library features art events as Fall approaches

By Kelly Johnson WEST COBB REGIONAL LIBRARY CELEBRATES AUTUMN THROUGH ART WEEK With its September schedule filled with staple programs, West Cobb Regional Library is celebrating Art Week with a…

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News, Weather September 1, 2026

Cobb County Heat Index Could Top 100 Degrees Tuesday

Heat index values above 100 degrees are forecast across central and parts of north Georgia Tuesday afternoon, with potentially hazardous heat continuing through Saturday. Thunderstorm chances are also expected to…

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Opinion September 1, 2026

American Academic Freedom Plunges To Near Authoritarian Levels

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College There’s a lot of concern about an incident in Cobb County where more than 200 teachers were pulled from their…

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Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development August 31, 2026

Georgia gas prices fall three cents after weeks of increases

Georgia gas prices have reversed course after weeks of increases, with the statewide average falling to $3.78 a gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. The average price is down 3 cents…

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Transportation & Development September 11, 2026