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Education June 16, 2025

Ragsdale on statewide school cell phone ban; foundation rule change could attract big donors

By Rebecca Gaunt The statewide ban on cell phones in grades K-8 goes into effect in July 2026, but Cobb County School District Superintendent Chris Ragsdale said the district will…

Superior Court June 16, 2025

Cobb Superior Court Judge Sonja Brown receives bar association award

Cobb Superior Court Judge Sonja N. Brown received the Distinguished Judicial Award during the 2025 State Bar of Georgia Annual Meeting held on Friday, June 6, 2025. The award was…

Fuel Cost June 16, 2025

Gasoline prices and EV charging rates in Georgia remain stable

According to AAA’s weekly report, gasoline prices in Georgia remained the same, at an average cost of $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded (subject to change). The national average price…

Education June 16, 2025

Ragsdale on statewide school cell phone ban; foundation rule change could attract big donors

By Rebecca Gaunt The statewide ban on cell phones in grades K-8 goes into effect in July 2026, but Cobb County School District Superintendent Chris Ragsdale said the district will…

Weather June 16, 2025

Thunderstorms, gusty winds expected in metro Atlanta Monday through next Sunday

A hazardous weather outlook has been issued for north and central Georgia, where scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening, bringing threats of gusty winds, frequent lightning, and potential…

Food Safety June 16, 2025

Health inspection scores for Cobb County restaurants and other food services from June 6 to June 12

The following are scores for the past week for restaurants, school cafeterias, hotels, and other food service facilities in Cobb County from the Georgia Department of Public Health. For more…

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Ragsdale on statewide school cell phone ban; foundation rule change could attract big donors