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Education June 28, 2023

Interview with Cobb teacher fired over book under Georgia’s ‘divisive concepts’ law

By Rebecca Gaunt Katie Rinderle is the first known case of a teacher being fired as a result of Georgia House Bill 1084 which passed in 2022. A picture book…

Several speakers offered advice to the grads in the audience. (Photo of three grads in audience)

Education June 13, 2023

Cobb high school graduates defy the odds of foster care

By Rebecca Gaunt *Graduates have been identified by first name only and some faces blurred by request. Thirteen students who conquered personal challenges to earn their high school diplomas celebrated…

Kennesaw June 7, 2023

McNair the new parks and recreation director for Kennesaw

By Rebecca Gaunt Bill McNair is officially the new parks and recreation director for Kennesaw after the City Council unanimously approved his appointment Monday. “My directions were, hey, we’re going…

John Cristadoro surrounded by his wife son and daughter

Education June 5, 2023

Q&A with John Cristadoro, Republican candidate for Cobb School Board Post 5

By Rebecca Gaunt John Cristadoro, father to two Cobb students, announced his campaign earlier this year for the Cobb County Board of Education. He owns a small business, serves on…

The brick Kennesaw Police Department building with 6 small columns on a portico

Kennesaw June 2, 2023

Kennesaw considering speed limit reductions on roads with high volume of traffic offenses

By Rebecca Gaunt The effort to create a walkable city may mean lower speed limits on roads with a disproportionate amount of traffic citations if further analysis supports the police…

Education May 25, 2023

Cobb County School District accused of retaliation after parent filed complaint with state

By Rebecca Gaunt The mother of a 5-year-old denied disability services by the Cobb County School District is now petitioning the Georgia Office of State Administrative Hearings for a due…

education icon with silhouette of teach in front of class, holding a baton to a board.

Education May 19, 2023

New Eastvalley Elementary opening delayed for 2023-2024 school year

By Rebecca Gaunt Eastvalley Elementary School students will have one more first day of school in the current building on Lower Roswell Road. The new building on Holt Road was…

Laura Judge, wearing glasses, a light jacket and yellow blouse stands in front of a lightly wooded area

Education May 18, 2023

Q&A with Laura Judge, Democratic candidate for Cobb school board post 5

By Rebecca Gaunt Laura Judge officially launched her campaign Wednesday for the Cobb County Board of Education. She is a Navy veteran, community volunteer, and business owner, and has two…

Matthew Stigall and his attorney Kimberly DeCarrera prepare to respond as Lance Lamberton states his case.

Cobb County May 15, 2023

Cobb ethics board dismisses complaint against transit board member

By Rebecca Gaunt The Cobb Board of Ethics dismissed a complaint against Transit Advisory Board (TAB) member Matthew Stigall Monday on the grounds that his advocacy is permissible according to…

Laura Judge outdoors wearing a yellow shirt and dark jacket

Education May 13, 2023

Democrat Laura Judge announces candidacy for Cobb County school board

By Rebecca Gaunt Parent and activist Laura Judge will officially announce her candidacy for Cobb County Board of Education Post 5 next week. The campaign kickoff will take place at…

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Cobb County October 13, 2025

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