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Immigration July 22, 2026

‘Sanctuary people’ redefine what it means to protect immigrants in uncertain times

by Gina Perez, Oberlin College and Conservatory, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Hundreds of thousands of Haitians in the U.S. are living in uncertain times….

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Environment July 22, 2026

Why 78 degrees isn’t the right thermostat setting for everyone during a heat wave

by Destenie Nock, Carnegie Mellon University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Across the U.S., it’s a hot summer, and electricity prices are high. Various public…

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Pets and Pet Adoption July 22, 2026

“My name is Cara. 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 female gold/blonde German shepherd dog. The following information on this potential family…

Pets and Pet Adoption July 22, 2026

“My name is Cuddles, 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 tabby domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…

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Opinion July 22, 2026

Why Polls Show China as More Popular in Other Countries Than The USA

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College As America celebrated its 250th anniversary, this country got a rude shock. Polls from the respected Pew Research Center showed…

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Cobb County Explained July 22, 2026

Cobb County Explained: Georgia’s Open Meetings Act

Georgia’s Open Meetings Act requires most meetings of state and local government bodies to be open to the public. The law is designed to promote transparency by giving residents the…

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes July 22, 2026

How much do you know about Georgia’s Open Meetings Act? take Part 1 of our quiz and find out

By Larry Felton Johnson In order for Cobb County residents to fully participate in the civic life of the county, knowing what government officials are doing is critical. Luckily Georgia…

Weather July 22, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, July 22, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts partly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, with a high near 91 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

News, Transportation July 22, 2026

Current Cobb DOT road work as of Wednesday, July 22

The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a particular roadway, click on the legend to…

News, Weather July 22, 2026

Flash Flooding Possible Across Parts of North and Central Georgia

Scattered thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and localized flash flooding are expected across north and central Georgia today through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service. The greatest storm coverage is…

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Health & Wellness October 6, 2026