Cobb County

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Puzzles Games and Quizzes June 11, 2026

How much do you know about Lockheed Martin’s Marietta plant? take the quiz and find out

By Larry Felton Johnson Lockheed Martin is not only a major employer in Cobb County, it’s also America’s largest defense contractor. The quiz below (with links to where you can…

News, Weather June 11, 2026

Thunderstorm Chances Continue Across North and Central Georgia

Thunderstorm chances continue across North and Central Georgia today, with isolated to widely scattered storms expected this afternoon. While widespread severe weather is not anticipated, the National Weather Service says…

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News, Weather June 10, 2026

Thunderstorms Possible Wednesday Across North and Central Georgia

Residents across north and central Georgia could see isolated to widely scattered thunderstorms develop this afternoon, mainly across North Georgia. Thunderstorm chances will continue daily through the weekend, with potential…

Government & Politics June 9, 2026

Cobb County Reports Light Turnout During First Days of Early Voting

By Mark Woolsey Only a small number of Cobb voters turned out for the first two days of early voting in the upcoming primary runoff set for June 16. Cobb…

Community, Giving Back to the Community June 9, 2026

Cobb County Charity Motorcycle Ride Returns June 20 to Combat Senior Food Insecurity

A community motorcycle ride aimed at helping older adults facing hunger in Cobb County will return next summer, with proceeds supporting local meal assistance programs serving vulnerable seniors. The Senior…

A large crowd at the Atlanta Latino Lions Bingo Fundraiser at the Smyrna Community Center

Giving Back to the Community June 9, 2026

Atlanta Latino Lions Club Raises Funds for Scholarships and Community Programs

Avid community volunteer Barry Krebs submitted the following report with photos about the annual Bingo Fundraiser held at the Smyrna Community Center: The Atlanta Latino Lions Club hosted their annual Bingo…

News, Weather June 9, 2026

Flood Risk Grows Across North Georgia as Heavy Rain Moves In

A hazardous weather outlook is in effect for much of north and central Georgia today, with locally heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected to create a flood risk, especially across parts…

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News, Weather June 8, 2026

Flood Watch Remains in Effect Across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia

A Flood Watch remains in effect for parts of North and West Georgia, including Metro Atlanta, as heavy rainfall today could lead to isolated flash flooding in low-lying and urban…

News, Weather June 7, 2026

Thunderstorm chances return to Georgia Sunday with heavy rain potential

Thunderstorm chances return to parts of north and central Georgia today, with isolated storms expected this afternoon and evening across portions of North and West Georgia. While widespread severe weather…

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Business & Economy, Local Business June 6, 2026

Cobb County Issues 46 New Business Licenses During First Week of June

Cobb County issued 46 new business licenses during the week ending June 7, 2026, reflecting a broad mix of service providers, food businesses, health-related enterprises, contractors, consultants, and home-based ventures….

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Food & Drink June 11, 2026

Butter or margarine? A food scientist describes their subtle chemical deviations and how they can affect your baked goods

by Rosemary Trout, Drexel University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] My mother loves butter. It is the primary fat I ate growing up. She smeared…

Government & Politics, National Government June 11, 2026