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Climate and Weather August 11, 2023

Cobb County weather forecast for Friday, August 11, 2023

The National Weather Service forecasts partly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Friday, August 11, 2023, with a high near 87 degrees. The National Weather Service has also issued…

Public Safety August 9, 2023

Yellow jerseys of the fireline: A day fighting wildfires can require as much endurance as riding the Tour de France

by Brent C. Ruby, University of Montana, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] For three weeks in July, the world’s most elite bike racers climb steep…

Cobb weather July 24: Photo of cloudy skies above a residential street

Climate and Weather August 7, 2023

Cobb County weather forecast for Monday, August 7, 2023

The National Weather Service forecasts showers and thunderstorms here in Cobb County on Monday, August 7, 2023, with a high near 93 degrees. The National Weather Service has also issued…

A paved trail abruptly ends in a grassy patch

Chattahoochee RiverLands August 4, 2023

City of Marietta asks for citizen input for study on Mountain to River Trail

Marietta is seeking citizen input for a study on the Mountain to River Trail. The city posted the following notice on its website: “The City of Marietta is conducting a…

The "Star of Life" symbol represents medicine and health care. Three rectangles are arranged in a radial pattern to form a sort of abstract star shape, with a snake coiled around a staff superimposed on the center.

Health Care August 3, 2023

The Real Costs of the New Alzheimer’s Drug, Most of Which Will Fall to Taxpayers

This article by Arthur Allen first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Arthur Allen August 2, 2023 The first drug purporting to slow the advance of Alzheimer’s disease…

Keith Moore in plaid shirt wearing necklace chains

Marietta August 2, 2023

Marietta police seek public’s health in locating at-risk missing person

The Marietta Police Department distributed the following appeal for help in locating an at-risk individual: Keith Moore, a sixty-six-year-old Marietta resident, was reported missing this afternoon. Keith is 5’ 10”…

An artists pallet with brushes and smears of paint

Marietta August 2, 2023

Marietta’s Art in the Park returns for its 37th year

Art in the Park, an annual event held in Glover Park on historic Marietta Square, is set to return for its 37th year September 2 to 4, 2023, promising an…

National July 31, 2023

Whistleblower calls for government transparency as Congress digs for the truth about UFOs

by Chris Impey, University of Arizona, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] A congressional subcommittee met on June 26, 2023, to hear testimony from several military…

Brick Kennesaw government building with four tall wooden columns

Kennesaw July 30, 2023

Learn the nuts and bolts of Kennesaw government at Kennesaw 101: Citizens Government Academy

The Kennesaw city manager’s office is preparing to host a new group of Kennesaw 101: Citizens Government Academy students, providing an opportunity for City of Kennesaw residents to gain a…

An elaborate scarecrow with a mannequin head holding a blackbird and a sign with a few words from the nursery rhyme (four and twenty blackbirds)

Festivals July 30, 2023

Popular Scarecrows in the Square to be featured at this year’s Marietta HarvestFest

Marietta’s annual HarvestFest will be held Saturday October 21, 2023, 9:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. The celebration is hosted by Marietta Parks, Recreation and Facilities. Scarecrow from a previous festival (Photo:…

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Business & Economy, Local Business August 26, 2026

Free Acworth Seminar to Help Small Businesses Use SEO, AI to Boost Sales

Small business owners can learn how to use search engine optimization and artificial intelligence to increase visibility and drive sales during a free seminar Wednesday, Aug. 26, at the Acworth…

News, Transportation August 26, 2026

Current Cobb DOT road work as of Wednesday, August 26

Cobb County road closures August 26, 2026 The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a…

Community, Giving Back to the Community August 26, 2026

Cobb Community Foundation Brings Professional Advisors Together for Evening of Charitable Giving Insights

Photo above: Speakers Rick Bennett, Tony Turner, Susan Tillery, Shari Martin, Terri Munro, Peter Stathopoulos, and Professional Advisor Network Chair, Todd McMullen The Cobb Community Foundation distributed the following news release about its Professional Advisor Rooftop Sunset…

Community, Giving Back to the Community August 26, 2026

Windy Hill Road Gets Cleanup From Atlanta Latino Lions Club

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report with photos about the Atlanta Latino Lions Club’s cleanup of Windy Hill Road in Marietta: The Atlanta Latino Lions Club conduct their…

News, Weather August 26, 2026

Thunderstorms Expected Across North and Central Georgia Wednesday

Scattered to numerous thunderstorms could bring hazardous weather to north and central Georgia Wednesday afternoon, including Cobb County, with frequent lightning, gusty winds and locally heavy rainfall possible. Additional thunderstorms…