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Janice Kelley criticized the district’s book removal policy at the infamous September 2023 board meeting.

Education July 16, 2025

Cobb school board policy change appears to cut public comments from broadcast

Screenshot of Janice Kelley criticizing the district’s book removal policy during public comments at the infamous September 2023 board meeting. By Rebecca Gaunt The Cobb County Board of Education will…

Kennesaw July 9, 2025

Kennesaw studying cannabis laws; downtown beverage businesses move forward

By Rebecca Gaunt In a 3-2 vote Monday, the Kennesaw City Council approved a motion to explore reducing penalties for misdemeanor possession of cannabis in the city ordinance. In Georgia,…

Brick Kennesaw government building with four tall wooden columns

Kennesaw July 4, 2025

Kennesaw considering proposed $34.5 million budget in ‘challenging’ year

By Rebecca Gaunt The City of Kennesaw’s proposed $34.5 million budget for fiscal year 2026 reflects current economic uncertainties, while maintaining a steady millage rate of 7.75 mills. The highlights…

A schoolhouse with books superimposed on the front

Education June 16, 2025

Ragsdale on statewide school cell phone ban; foundation rule change could attract big donors

By Rebecca Gaunt The statewide ban on cell phones in grades K-8 goes into effect in July 2026, but Cobb County School District Superintendent Chris Ragsdale said the district will…

A green recycling truck. A large utility truck like a standard trash pickup truck but with a circular arrow recycling symbol on the side

Kennesaw June 13, 2025

Kennesaw considering options due to rising sanitation costs

By Rebecca Gaunt The cost for curbside trash, yard waste, and recycling pickup is set to increase by 4.4% in Kennesaw, and after a few years of absorbing the rising…

Plans for update Provided to Courier by Michael Judvytis

Kennesaw June 5, 2025

Kennesaw bar SuBourban to undergo rebranding under new owners

PHOTO: Plans for update provided to Courier by Michael Judvytis By Rebecca Gaunt Kennesaw’s SuBourban Bar has new owners with plans to rebrand the previously troubled late-night establishment. SuBourban Bar…

Education June 4, 2025

Mableton mayor, MIC address controversial Cobb schools’ bus depot

By Rebecca Gaunt After months of public protest, Cobb County School District made it clear that it will move ahead with plans for a transportation hub at 440 Veterans Memorial…

Kennesaw June 2, 2025

Kennesaw officials at odds over ‘decriminalizing’ cannabis

By Rebecca Gaunt At Tuesday’s work session, Kennesaw Councilman Anthony Gutierrez called for the city to reduce penalties for recreational cannabis use, a proposal that launched a lengthy discussion rife…

Screenshot of Mableton resident Susan Steinway speaking at school board meeting in opposition to bus depot

Education May 23, 2025

Cobb County School District proceeding with Mableton bus depot over objections

Photo above: Mableton resident Susan Steinway speaks out on school bus depot during public comment at school board meeting By Rebecca Gaunt The Cobb County School District issued a bid…

Screenshot of Cobb school superintendent Chris Ragsdale from the school board video May 2025

Education May 17, 2025

‘Tighter than usual’: Cobb school board approves $1.86 billion budget

By Rebecca Gaunt The Cobb County Board of Education voted 7-0 to approve the 2026 $1.86 million budget Thursday, which Superintendent Chris Ragsdale described as “tighter than usual.” The millage…

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Kennesaw September 13, 2025

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