Acworth

History November 8, 2026

In 1906, an Acworth dairy farm had most productive cow in U.S.

By Larry Felton Johnson [This is an evergreen article that we republish from time to time, often with updated information] Even if I weren’t periodically using newspapers from past decades…

Cobb County government building sign, a vertical rectangular sign with the words "Board of Commissioners," "County Clerk," "County Manager," "County Office," "Employment," and a wheelchair entrance icon

Transportation & Development October 30, 2026

Cobb County microtransit expands into northwest Cobb

By Mark Woolsey A Thursday morning ribbon-cutting marked the expansion of Cobb County’s microtransit service into northwest Cobb, including areas in Kennesaw and Acworth. The transit program launched in 2024…

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

Community Life, Things to Do October 29, 2026

Things to do in Cobb County this weekend, Oct. 30 to Nov. 1

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1. Be sure to check the information in the…

Community Life, Things to Do October 22, 2026

Cobb County weekend events: Halloween, movies and more

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25. Be sure to check the information in the…

Community Life, Things to Do October 15, 2026

Things to do in Cobb County this weekend, Oct. 16-18

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, October 16 to Sunday, October 18. Be sure to check the information in the…

A van wedged in the air between an embankment and a building

Crime & Public Safety, Traffic incidents October 15, 2026

Acworth van crash leaves vehicle suspended 10 feet above ground

Photos provided by the Acworth Police Department By Mark Woolsey It looked like something out of a car chase scene in an action movie. Acworth police say a driver was hurt…

The words "Quiz Time" in large cartoon font

Puzzles Games and Quizzes October 10, 2026

Cobb County Courier Quiz: How Well Did You Follow the News Last Week?

It’s that time of week again, when the Courier tests your knowledge of news stories from the previous week. To see all our past quizzes on various topics, follow this…

Community Life, Trails and Greenways October 4, 2026

Acworth Trail Project to Connect Neighborhoods With Downtown

By Mark Woolsey The City of Acworth is working on upgrading its trail system. The mayor of Acworth, members of the Board of Alderman and the Acworth Lake Authority held…

Opinion September 30, 2026

Books Are Making A Big Comeback In America

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Cobb County is about to play host to the Acworth Book and Storytelling Festival on Saturday, October 10, 2026. This…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 29, 2026

How much do you know about Acworth? Take Part 3 of our quiz and find out

How much do you know about Acworth? In Part 3 of our quiz, the questions move beyond the city’s lakes and familiar landmarks to its government, schools, parks and an…

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Aging November 11, 2026