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Government & Politics July 3, 2025

In a closely watched 2026 midterm in Georgia, even down-ballot legislative races are already abuzz

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 2, 2025 The 2026 general election is still more than a year away,…

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Business April 13, 2025

Check out the 47 new businesses licensed by Cobb County last week

Here are the 47 new businesses issued licenses by Cobb County on the week ending Friday, April 11, 2025. These are only licenses for businesses in unincorporated Cobb County. Cities…

Cobb County February 8, 2025

North Cobb Regional Library to host Family STEAM Night

The Cobb County Public Library distributed the following announcement of the North Cobb Regional Library’s Family STEAM night: Family STEAM Night on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.,…

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Education January 15, 2025

US secretary of education helps set national priorities in a system primarily funded and guided by local governments

by Dustin Hornbeck, University of Memphis, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The Department of Education has been a source of political controversy since its creation…

Mindfulness January 1, 2025

To celebrate the New Year, Cobb Public Library posts mindfulness reading list

It’s a brand new year, and people often reflect on what they can do to improve their quality of life. Cobb Public Library has posted a self-care, mindfulness and mental…

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Human Rights December 6, 2024

Cobb Public Library celebrates Universal Human Rights Month

December is Universal Human Rights Month, and the Cobb County Public Library has created a reading list that includes something for people of all ages. The United Nations General Assembly…

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Theatre December 2, 2024

Free drama workshops for all ages at North Cobb Regional Library

The Cobb County Public Library announced free drama workshops at the North Cobb Regional Library this Wednesday, December 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. The library is at 3535 Old…

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Health Care November 27, 2024

Free COVID and flu vaccine clinic at Cobb’s Switzer Library

The Cobb County Public Library distributed the following news release about free COVID and flu vaccinations at the Switzer Library: Switzer Library hosting free COVID, Flu Vaccine Clinic on Dec….

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Cobb County November 26, 2024

Things to do at Cobb Public Library over the Thanksgiving weekend

Looking for something to do over the Thanksgiving weekend? The Cobb County Public Library provided the following list of activities in store Saturday at various library branches: Saturday Cobb Library…

Cobb County November 18, 2024

Take a virtual tour of the newly revamped Gritters Library

Cobb County Public Library has created a virtual tour of its newly renovated Gritters Library branch. The tour includes audio narration. According to the announcement for the virtual tour: Discover…

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Health & Wellness June 26, 2026

Medicare Advantage Company Pays $342M to Government in Midst of Billing Probe

This article by Fred Schulte first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jun 26, 2026 A major Medicare Advantage company has paid the government more than $342 million…

Health & Wellness June 26, 2026

Nurses warn that new interpretation of Georgia law will mean less care for rural communities

by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] June 25, 2026 Key points The Georgia Composite Medical Board issued new guidance interpreting…

Science & Technology June 26, 2026

More than half of Georgia teachers now use artificial intelligence to prepare for class

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] June 26, 2026 Key points A new report from the state auditor’s office found…

Environment June 26, 2026

Longtime Exxon CEO Lee Raymond’s legacy of climate denial and misinformation lives on – a psychologist offers ways to counter it

by Joe Árvai, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When the Exxon Valdez spilled more than 11 million…

Government & Politics June 26, 2026

The US founders’ other revolutionary choice: Separating religion and government

by Peter C. Mancall, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Did the founders of the United States intend…