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Justice September 18, 2025

Muslim men have often been portrayed as ‘terrorists’ or ‘fanatics’ on TV shows, but Muslim-led storytelling is trying to change that narrative

by Tazeen M. Ali, Washington University in St. Louis, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] For over a century, Hollywood has tended to portray Muslim men…

Justice September 18, 2025

Federal judge overturns part of Florida’s book ban law, drawing on nearly 100 years of precedent protecting First Amendment access to ideas

by James B. Blasingame, Arizona State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When a junior at an Orange County public high school in Florida visited…

Marietta September 17, 2025

Marietta announces route of Thursday funeral procession for fallen firefighter

The City of Marietta announced on its website that a route has been chosen for the funeral procession for DeKalb County Master Firefighter Preston Fant, who died in the line…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 17, 2025

“I’m a kitty 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 female tortoiseshell domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

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Pets and Pet Adoption September 17, 2025

“My name is Piper, 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 tan/white shepherd. The following information on this potential family member is…

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Cobb County September 17, 2025

Cobb communications team wins national awards

Cobb County’s Communications Department won four Savvy Awards during the annual conference of the City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA), held in Las Vegas. According to the county’s news release:…

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Mableton September 17, 2025

Mableton Mayor Owens: homicide death of Pebblebrook student a “heartbreaking loss”

Mableton Mayor Michael Owens calls the killing of Pebblebrook High School student David Daniel a “heartbreaking loss.” Cobb County Police responded to an address on Milam Creek Road shortly after…

Weather September 17, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, September 17, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, with a high near 86 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

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Weather September 17, 2025

Isolated thunderstorms possible in north Georgia Wednesday through Monday

A few isolated thunderstorms could develop across North Georgia, according to the National Weather Service. The risk of widespread hazardous weather remains low through early next week. The National Weather…

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Health & Wellness September 17, 2025

RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Panel Expected To Recommend Delaying Hepatitis B Shot for Children

This article by Jackie Fortiér first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jackie Fortiér September 16, 2025 A key federal vaccine advisory panel whose members were recently replaced…

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Cobb County September 18, 2025

LiveSafe Resources Hosts ‘A Fashion Affair’ Fundraiser Supporting Survivors of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence

Photo: Cobb County Solicitor General Makia Metzer, provided courtesy of LiveSafe Resources LiveSafe Resources submitted the following article about its benefit fashion show: LiveSafe Resources hosted one of Atlanta’s premier fashion events, A Fashion Affair, on Tuesday evening…

Mableton September 18, 2025

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