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Climate and Weather August 30, 2023

Stationary storms over north Georgia as Hurricane Idalia approaches the state from the south

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Wednesday, Aug 30, 2023. Showers and thunderstorms remain an issue in…

Climate and Weather August 30, 2023

Flood warning in effect for the Nickajack Creek area of Mableton near Veterans Memorial Highway

A flood warning is in effect for the Nickajack Creek area of Mableton in Cobb County near Veterans Memorial Highway/278. The warning was issued at 1 a.m. on Wednesday August…

Climate and Weather August 29, 2023

Widespread thunderstorms with flood risk to continue in north Georgia through the week

The ongoing thunderstorms are expected to continue in north Georgia this afternoon, bringing with them the chance of flash flooding. The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for …

Kennesaw August 28, 2023

Kennesaw denies homeowner’s appeal for 20 backyard chickens

By Rebecca Gaunt Edson Macedo unsuccessfully appealed to the Kennesaw City Council last week after his site plans for 20 backyard chickens were rejected three times by city staff. His…

Gun violence August 28, 2023

‘All We Want Is Revenge’: How Social Media Fuels Gun Violence Among Teens

This article by Liz Szabo first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Liz Szabo, KFF Health News August 25, 2023 Juan Campos has been working to save at-risk…

Climate August 28, 2023

More Cities Address ‘Shade Deserts’ as Extreme Heat Triggers Health Issues

This article by Lauren Peace and Jack Prator, Tampa Bay Times, first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Lauren Peace, Tampa Bay Times and Jack Prator, Tampa Bay…

The exterior of Smyrna City Hall, a red brick building with four large columns

Chattahoochee RiverLands August 26, 2023

Smyrna approves mixed-use development with 390 family units, 5,500 sq. ft of commercial use at Riverview Road

by Arielle Robinson Smyrna’s City Council meeting was back in city hall Monday evening after months at the community center due to construction. There, the council unanimously approved a mixed-use…

Climate and Weather August 26, 2023

Scorching heat expected across Georgia through the weekend with heat index up to 109

There doesn’t seem to be any short-term relief from the heat except to stay in air-conditioned environments. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for most of Georgia…

Brick Kennesaw government building with four tall wooden columns

Kennesaw August 25, 2023

Qualifying complete for upcoming Kennesaw election

By Rebecca Gaunt Seven candidates qualified for Kennesaw’s November mayoral and city council election. Mayor Derek Easterling, who was first elected in 2015, is running for reelection unopposed. Mayor Derek…

An analog dial gauge labeled "Air Quality Index" with the arrow pointed to Orange which is numbered 100 to 150

Climate and Weather August 24, 2023

Code Orange air quality alert in metro Atlanta for second consecutive day

The poor air quality in metro Atlanta will continue for a second consecutive day. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division relayed a Code Orange air quality alert to the National Weather…

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