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Uncategorized October 4, 2023

Where the Supreme Court stands on banning books

by Suzanne Eckes, University of Wisconsin-Madison, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Efforts to ban books in public schools and public libraries reached an all-time high…

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Education October 4, 2023

After the pandemic, too many kids are still missing school

by Grant Blankenship, Georgia Recorder [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] October 3, 2023 On the first cool day of fall in Macon, Bruce Elementary…

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Opinion October 4, 2023

Two political cartoons from Clay Jones

Political cartoonist Clay Jones ran two back-to-back cartoons, but due to an overloaded schedule, the Cobb County Courier did not schedule yesterday’s. So here are both of them. Enjoy! by…

Two visually-impaired goalball athletes diving for the ball in front of a net

Smyrna October 4, 2023

Smyrna resident and goalball champion Matt Simpson to compete in Parapan American Games

[Matt Simpson (r) of Smyrna, Ga., competes in the goalball competition at the 2019 Parapan American Games in Lima, Peru. photo courtesy of the U.S. Association of Blind Athletes ] Smyrna…

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Pets and Pet Adoption October 4, 2023

Cobb County Courier Cat of the Day: “I might look a bit evil, but I’m really not. I’m a sweet boy in need of a loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a large-sized male black domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

A white husky/malamute with a blue leash, looking angry

Pets and Pet Adoption October 4, 2023

Cobb County Courier Dog of the Day: “My name is Coco, and I need a new and loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a medium-sized male white husky/malamute. The following information on this potential family member is…

Climate and Weather October 4, 2023

Cobb County weather forecast for Wednesday, October 4, 2023

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, with a high near 83 degrees. Tonight it is expected to be mostly clear,…

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Pets and Pet Adoption October 3, 2023

October Pet Adoption: Why Autumn is a Great Time to Welcome a New Furry Family Member

Photo above from Cobb County Animal Services Shelter website by Inger Eberhart, Cobb County Department of Public Safety, Communications Specialist October is not just a month for falling leaves and…

The road sign at Austell Road and Austell Circle

Cobb County October 3, 2023

Pedestrian fatally injured when hit by driver at Austell Road and Austell Circle

According to a public information release from Sgt. Wayne Delk of the Cobb County Police Department, the department’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P. Unit) is investigating a pedestrian fatality on…

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Cobb County October 3, 2023

Judicial Council of Georgia give Cobb Magistrate and Probate courts top marks

Cobb County Magistrate and Probate courts were both recognized by the Judicial Council of Georgia for “exceptional caseload management,” the county announced in a press release. The website of the…

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