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Education, News April 16, 2026

Kennesaw State to launch Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences in Fall 2027

[This article by Dave Shelles first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] Building on its leadership in scientific research and education, Kennesaw State University on Wednesday…

Photo of Powder Springs Seafood Festival from 2025 looking down over the crowd at the amphitheatre

Community Life, Festivals April 16, 2026

Seafood, sounds & springtime fun return to Powder Springs May 15-17

One of Powder Springs’ most anticipated annual events, its Seafood Festival, brings residents and visitors together for a weekend of food, music, artisans, and a new car show in the…

A map showing extreme drought conditions across large portions of Georgia, including much of metro Atlanta

News, Weather April 16, 2026

Dry Conditions Fuel Fire Danger Across North Georgia, But Isolated Thunderstorms Possible

A Hazardous Weather Outlook for north and central Georgia warns of elevated fire danger today and continuing through the weekend, along with the potential for isolated and scattered thunderstorms that…

Weather April 16, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Thursday, April 16, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Thursday, April 16, 2026, with a high near 87 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

Pets and Pet Adoption April 16, 2026

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

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female calico domestic medium hair. The following information on this potential family…

A tan/white dachshund sitting with a leash while looking at the camera

Pets and Pet Adoption April 16, 2026

“My name is Max, 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 male tan/white dachshund. The following information on this potential family member is…

Medical symbolic staff with serpents and wings

Health & Wellness April 15, 2026

Medi-Cal Immigrant Enrollment Is Dropping. Researchers Point to Trump’s Policies.

This article by Claudia Boyd-Barrett first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Claudia Boyd-Barrett, April 15, 2026 For months, a cloud of fear has hovered over the immigrant…

The word "immigration" wrapped around the upper part of a world globe while walking people are on the lower part

Immigration April 15, 2026

Immigration enforcement to be funded for 3 years under US Senate GOP plan

by Jennifer Shutt, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] April 14, 2026 WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Tuesday he…

Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Crime & Public Safety April 15, 2026

Georgia protesters could face severe penalties under new legislation

by Jacob Levy, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] April 15, 2026 On March 28, thousands of Georgians participated in peaceful protests across…

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

Crime & Public Safety, Traffic incidents April 15, 2026

Driver charged with DUI after serious injury crash on Cumberland Parkway in Cobb County

[ The Cobb County Courier has a policy of withholding the names of people involved in traffic incidents that are still under investigation] A driver has been arrested and charged…

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News, Weather May 31, 2026

Georgia Face Thunderstorm Chances Through Tuesday, Mostly in Central Georgia

North and central Georgia could see isolated to scattered thunderstorms through Tuesday, with locally heavy rainfall, gusty winds and lightning possible, according to the National Weather Service. The highest risk…

Weather May 31, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Sunday, May 31, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies here in Cobb County on Sunday, May 31, 2026, with a high near 74 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

News, Transportation May 30, 2026

This week’s schedule of lane closures for the ongoing $1.2 billion I-285 and I-20 West Interchange project in Cobb and Fulton

The Georgia Department of Transportation released the following updated schedule of lane closures for I-285 and I-20 for the estimated $1.2 billion I-285/I-20 West Interchange project. This week’s updated schedule…

Business & Economy, Local Business May 30, 2026

New Restaurants and Service Firms Highlight Cobb County License Report

Cobb County issued 34 new business licenses between May 24 and May 31, 2026, reflecting a broad mix of service providers, restaurants, retail concepts, healthcare businesses and professional firms. Food-related…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes May 30, 2026

How much do you know about Vinings? Take the quiz and find out

Vinings, along with Fair Oaks, is one of the two Census Designated Places (CDP) in Cobb County, and is the largest CDP now that Mableton incorporated into the city. A…