Cobb County

Climate and Weather December 1, 2023

Weather alert for Cobb and region: widespread thunderstorms with possibility of localized flooding

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Friday December 1. Widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected, with a…

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Climate and Weather November 28, 2023

High danger of fire in Cobb County and region this afternoon: Tuesday Nov. 28

The National Weather Service issued a special weather statement warning of a high danger of fire for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023….

History November 23, 2023

Grave robbery in Cobb County: 1879

Throughout the early years of medical education schools in need of cadavers would often resort to the illegal service of grave robbers, also called “body snatchers.” The most well-known case…

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Climate and Weather November 19, 2023

Possibility of critical fire danger in Cobb and surrounding region Sunday afternoon

The National Weather Service warned of the possibility of critical fire danger for Cobb County and other counties in the region for the afternoon of Sunday November 19 due to…

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Climate and Weather November 18, 2023

Near-critical fire conditions possible in Cobb and region this weekend

The National Weather Service warns of near-critical fire danger for Cobb County and other parts of the region over the weekend due to drought and low humidity. At the same…

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Climate and Weather November 8, 2023

High fire danger in Cobb County due to dry conditions and gusty winds

by Larry Felton Johnson The National Weather Service issued a high fire danger alert for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Wednesday November 8 due to dry…

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Climate and Weather November 5, 2023

Another day, another high fire danger alert for Cobb County and region

The National Weather Service issued another high fire danger alert for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Sunday November 5. The elevated danger of fire is due…

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Opinion November 4, 2023

Share Moments, Share Life, Share Revenue Too? Speed Cameras In Cobb County (Part 2)

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Nowadays, most young people may not know what “Kodak” was, but for many of us, the traditional family camera, and…

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Opinion November 4, 2023

Share Moments, Share Life, Spare Lives Too? Speed Cameras In Cobb County (Part 1)

by John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Back in 2001, Kodak had a hit slogan “Share Moments, Share Life” for their camera company. In Cobb County, speed…

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Climate and Weather November 4, 2023

Fire danger in Cobb continues as afternoon humidity remains low

The National Weather Service issued a high fire danger alert for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Saturday, November 4. . The statement gives the following details:…

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Education December 5, 2023

How Georgia Educators Helped Students “Cross the Finish Line” to Graduation

By Hannah Watson (Watson is a senior at Kennesaw State University) Georgia’s four-year graduation rate increased to 84.4%, which had never occurred since 2011 Georgia teachers raised the state’s graduation…

Cobb County December 5, 2023

A Cobb Legal Aid attorney explains food stamps (SNAP)

Food insecurity is a lack of consistent access to enough food for all members of a family to lead active, healthy lives. It is a global concern, affecting diverse populations…

Marietta December 5, 2023

Exceptional Marietta staff and retirees are given awards for their service

by Larry Felton Johnson Government workers often have a bad reputation, which we at the Courier think is unfair. We all get frustrated with long lines, roads the don’t get…

Pets and Pet Adoption December 5, 2023

Cobb County Courier Dog of the Day: “I’m a young, sweet shepherd mix, and I sure could use a loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a medium-sized female tri-color German shepherd. The following information on this potential family member…

Pets and Pet Adoption December 5, 2023

Cobb County Courier Cat of the Day: “I’m a small kitty who needs a family after being homeless”

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a small-sized female tabby domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…