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History July 18, 2026

Marietta in 1847: Mr. Root’s special elixir’s could cure ANYTHING!

By Larry Felton Johnson This is an evergreen story we resurrect, edit, and add additional information to periodically.This particular incarnation of the story was inspired by a book I’ve been…

sign with American flag stating "Vote Here"

Government & Politics July 17, 2026

Trump cites potential hack of US elections in speech slammed for stoking voter fears

by Jacob Fischler and Sam Gauntt, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 17, 2026 The nation’s election infrastructure is vulnerable to cyberattacks…

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 & Wellness July 17, 2026

Embryo personhood, once on the margins of abortion debates, is moving closer to the center

by Risa Cromer, Purdue University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] About 100,000 babies were born through in vitro fertilization in 2024, according to the most…

Welcome to Cobb County brick sign at Henderson Road on Veterans Memorial

Community, Things to Do July 17, 2026

Things to do this weekend in Cobb County: Friday July 17 to Sunday, July 19

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, July 17, 2026 to Sunday, July 19, 2026. Be sure to check the information…

Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra in performance

Music July 17, 2026

Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra Announces Expanded Artistic Leadership Team for 2026–2027 Season

Marietta-based Georgia Symphony Orchestra distributed the following announcement: The Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra (GYSO) is pleased to announce an expanded artistic leadership team for the 2026–2027 season, bringing together an…

Brick Kennesaw government building with four tall wooden columns

Government & Politics, Local government July 16, 2026

Kennesaw plans property tax increase above rollback rate, schedules public hearings

The City of Kennesaw announced plans to increase its 2026 property tax millage rate above the rollback rate, triggering a series of public hearings required under Georgia law before the…

Science & Technology July 16, 2026

20 years ago, China bet big on electric vehicles. Now Western carmakers are feeling the pain

by Timothy Minchin, La Trobe University and Michelle Shu Wun Kuek, La Trobe University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] In Germany, Japan and the United…

The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes July 16, 2026

How much do you know about law enforcement agencies in Cobb County? take Part 2 of our quiz and find out

By Larry Felton Johnson Public safety is one of the most important functions of local government. Cobb County has multiple city police, a county police department, a sheriff’s department, and…

A smiling man in a garish purple suit standing next to an early 20th Century auto

Film July 16, 2026

Film Explores Moonshine Legacy Behind NASCAR’s Early Drivers Through the Eyes of One Family

PHOTO ABOVE: Robert McLeroy playing the role of moonshiner Leonard “Peachtree” Williams (all photos provided by Allegra Deneroff) By Larry Felton Johnson Moonshine was at one time a major industry…

Government & Politics, National Government July 15, 2026

As lawmakers politicize the 250th anniversary, Americans are looking for unity over division

by Tatishe Nteta, UMass Amherst and Adam Eichen, UMass Amherst, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The Trump administration has planned a series of commemorative events…

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International August 24, 2026