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Social Justice December 23, 2017

Auditions for Cobb County’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebrations begin next Sat. Dec 30

Do you sing, dance, or do interpretive readings? Would you like to display your talents in celebration of the message of civil rights, justice, and equality for all people? The auditions…

Art and Culture December 20, 2017

Homegrown color and creativity: 3 Cobb County artists

Whether you’re seeking funk-filled canvases coated with abstract visuals or paintings of charming critters that will make you “aww” out loud, Cobb County is filled with passionate artists with a…

Elections December 6, 2017

Jen Jordan officially ends GOP supermajority in Georgia State Senate

It was already a foregone conclusion, but Democrat Jen Jordan has become the newest member of the Georgia State, ending a two-thirds supermajority previously enjoyed by Republicans. Jordan, a lawyer,…

Kennesaw State University November 10, 2017

Kennesaw State allows cheerleaders back on the field after protests

Kennesaw State’s cheerleaders will return to the field at the Owls’ next game on Nov. 11. After gaining national attention, KSU’s president said in a statement Wednesday, Nov. 8, that…

Acworth November 4, 2017

Why do Acworth elected officials remain in office so long?

Acworth’s city council has a combined 85 years experience among the six members. The city has unique advantages and disadvantages with a board that’s served together for so long. Few…

Elections November 1, 2017

Georgia Senate District 6 candidates rake in over $1.1 million in campaign contributions

Candidates for the Georgia Senate District 6 special election have raised a collective campaign war chest totaling more than $1.1 million, as five Republicans and three Democrats aim to take…

Acworth October 29, 2017

Five Cobb County breweries to provide samples at 2017’s Acworth Craft Beer Fest

The fourth annual Acworth Craft Beer Fest will take place on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 1-5 p.m. in Historic Downtown Acworth. Attendees can sample more than 100 beers, wines and…

Sports October 18, 2017

Young Equestrians of Cobb County— The Quest for a Blue Ribbon

MARIETTA, Ga. — Mya Borysiak waits patiently aback her horse, Cosmo, on the sidelines of the Hunter Jumper ring at Will’s Park Equestrian Center waiting for her name to be…

Cobb County October 13, 2017

Holiday events across Cobb County — October through December

The 2017 holiday season has arrived, even if the temperature outside doesn’t reflect it. Cobb County is home to several seasonal festivities for adults and children. October October 14-15 Marietta…

Elections October 10, 2017

Senate District 6 candidates talk private vs. public schools, religious freedom at forum

The eight candidates vying for Georgia’s open Senate District 6 seat shared a crowded stage Monday night at the Cochise Riverview Club in Vinings. A standing-room-only crowd was on hand…

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