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Smyrna City Hall in article about Smyrna millage rate

Smyrna October 26, 2023

Smyrna candidates, incumbents sound off at candidate forum

by Arielle Robinson Diversity, small business, and lobbyists were among the topics three Smyrna candidates running for election discussed at a forum hosted by the Cobb Democracy Center, Cobb Alphas,…

The brick front of the Lewis Ray Library, with dappled shade

Smyrna October 26, 2023

Cobb County’s Lewis Ray library to reopen in November with a focus on children

Photo of Lewis Ray Library: Larry Felton Johnson/Cobb County Courier The Cobb County Public Library announced that the Lewis Ray Library is expected to reopen on Monday, November 27 following…

Gun violence October 17, 2023

Gun deaths among children and teens have soared – but there are ways to reverse the trend

by Rebeccah Sokol, University of Michigan; Marc A. Zimmerman, University of Michigan, and Patrick Carter, University of Michigan, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Firearm injuries…

Susan Wilkinson in gray jacket standing outside

Smyrna October 17, 2023

A Q&A with Smyrna Ward 5 Candidate and Incumbent Councilwoman Susan Wilkinson

Photo provided by Susan Wilkinson by Arielle Robinson As part of our election coverage, the Cobb County Courier has sent a similar Q&A to each Smyrna City Council candidate who…

Opinion September 29, 2023

Child Care Crisis in Georgia

[This opinion column is by Georgia Representative Lisa Campbell, HD-35, Kennesaw] The expiration of funds from the American Rescue Plan puts child care centers, children, parents and caregivers in Georgia…

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Health Care September 21, 2023

How Will Rural Americans Fare During Medicaid Unwinding? Experts Fear They’re on Their Own

This article by Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez September 20, 2023 Abby Madore covers a lot of ground each day…

Brick Kennesaw government building with four tall wooden columns

Kennesaw September 18, 2023

Q&A with Kennesaw City Council Post 2 candidates

By Rebecca Gaunt Tracey Viars is up for reelection in November for the Kennesaw City Council Post 2 seat, but communications coordinator Anthony Gutierrez is aiming to take her place….

Ken Hymes speaking at a podium in a restaurant

Smyrna September 15, 2023

“You’ve got to have execution”: Political newcomer launches campaign for Smyrna mayor

by Arielle Robinson In a packed and upbeat room inside The Vineyard Wine Market last Saturday afternoon, product management director Ken Hymes kicked off his campaign for Smyrna mayor. Hymes…

a screenshot of the six districts in Mableon, with 1,2,3 to the south, 4, 5, 6 to the north

Mableton September 14, 2023

MIC’s Economic Development Summit aims to nurture sustainable businesses in Mableton

On September 22, the Mableton Improvement Coalition (MIC) will hold its second Economic Development Summit at the EpiCenter, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $50 per person,…

Crime August 29, 2023

Trump out on bail – a criminal justice expert explains the system of cash bail

by Megan T. Stevenson, University of Virginia, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] For several days, former President Donald Trump and his 18 co-defendants in a…

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