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Climate and Weather November 2, 2023

Freezing conditions in Cobb County expected at least through Friday AM

The freezing conditions for Cobb County and other parts of the region are expected to continue at least until tomorrow, Friday November 3. The National Weather Service issued a freeze…

Climate and Weather November 2, 2023

High fire danger in north and central Georgia continues today

In a Special Weather Statement the National Weather Service warned of high fire danger for Cobb County and other counties in the region for November 2, 2023. The statement gives…

Climate and Weather October 20, 2023

Hazardous weather outlook issued for Cobb and region Friday, October 20

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Friday, October 20, 2023 due to expected isolated thunderstorms. The main…

Climate and Weather October 19, 2023

National Weather Service warns of possible isolated thunderstorms in Cobb County and region tonight

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Thursday, Oct 19, 2023 due to the possibility of isolated thunderstorms. …

Cobb Chairwoman Lisa Cupid cuts ribbon with Commissioners JoAnn Birrell (L) and Monique Sheffield (R)

Environment October 14, 2023

Westrock Recycling Center gets renovations

Cobb BOC Chairwoman Lisa Cupid cuts ribbon with Commissioners JoAnn Birrell (L) and Monique Sheffield (R) flanking her. Photo provided by Barry Krebs. from Barry Krebs Barry Krebs is well…

Graphic of wildfire flames spreading through trees

Climate and Weather October 9, 2023

Gusty winds and low humidity bring high fire risk to Cobb County and rest of region today

The National Weather Service issued a fire danger alert for Cobb County and other counties in the region for Monday, Oct 9, 2023 due to expected gusty winds and low…

Climate and Weather August 27, 2023

Another scorcher expected in Cobb County and across the state, with heat index up to 109

Another scorching day is expected in Cobb County and much of the rest of Georgia, with a heat index of up to 109. The National Weather Service has issued a…

Opinion August 5, 2023

The Role Of Cobb County, And Colleges, In Aviation (Part 2): Could You Take Flight?

by John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College More than half a million pilots will be needed worldwide by 2040, over the next two decades. With all the…

Health Care June 25, 2023

Free eyeglasses for children and teens via Cobb Library’s Vision To Learn program

The Cobb County Public Library Vision To Learn (VTL) program provides eye exams and prescription glasses free of charge to the children and their families for students ages 5 to…

Immigration April 18, 2023

The Robust Perseverance of a Mexican Immigrant Worker

Immobilized by a construction accident. Abandoned by an employer. The only things left are self-advocacy, the love for one’s family that transcends borders, and small moments of uplifting kindness. By…

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Elections February 23, 2025

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