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The League of Women Voters of Marietta-Cobb has invited candidates in three contested Cobb Board of Education general election races to a forum. The forums for posts 1, 5 and 7 are scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 1 from 6-8 p.m. at the Switzer Library (266 Roswell Street, Marietta) and also will be livestreamed on YouTube. … Read more
Thursday will be a special day at Frameworks Gallery. The East Cobb art gallery and frame shop is marking the start of its 50th anniversary in business with a new exhibition, “Symphony of Colors,” that will run through Oct. 18. The opening reception on Thursday lasts from 6-8 p.m. (1205 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 110). … Read more
If you were watching the Cobb Board of Education meeting Thursday night, on two occasions the livestream was paused. That’s because public commenters were reading from sexually explicit books the Cobb County School District has pulled from library shelves. Earlier on Thursday, Superintendent Chris Ragsdale announced 13 more removals, following seven books that have been … Read more
Several months after pulling books from libraries due to sexually explicit content, the Cobb County School District announced Thursday it has removed 13 more from circulation. They include acclaimed “Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling’s first novel for adults. Superintendent Chris Ragsdale said at a Cobb Board of Education work session Thursday that the 13 books … Read more
Submitted information and photo: Cobb Solicitor General Makia Metzger is hosting town hall meetings for the public this month, so citizens have an opportunity to meet and greet their Solicitor General. “I’m excited for the opportunity to engage with our residents and deliver the programs we are working on which benefit the public,” Solicitor General … Read more
Submitted information: It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! The Fall Book Sale will be held at Cobb Civic Center October 4-6, 2024. Materials for sale include books for all ages in both hardcover and paperback, DVDs, Books on CD and audiocassette, magazines, and puzzles. Prices range from 10 cents to $4.00. Find a price … Read more
Submitted information: The Senior Citizen Council of Cobb County is thrilled to share an upcoming opportunity that could greatly benefit seniors in our community—the “TRANSPORTATION SPLOST BRIEFING” presented by the Cobb Department of Transportation. This event is designed to provide valuable insights, resources, and networking opportunities specifically tailored to individuals over 55 in Cobb County. … Read more
Submitted information: June is Pride Month! These books celebrate diversity, community, inclusivity, and understanding! Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is celebrated each June. President Bill Clinton declared June as Gay and Lesbian Pride Month in 2000. In 2011, President Barack Obama expanded the observance to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride … Read more
Cobb government officials said Tuesday that more than 12 million gallons of wastewater were released from the Cobb County Water System’s Northwest Water Reclamation facility last week that “did not fully” meet its standards. A release said that 6.46 million gallons were released on May 21 and another 5.7 million gallons on May 22, but … Read more
Submitted information: Cobb County Government offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day, May 27. Many county services will remain available online through cobbcounty.org. Memorial Day is a solemn time when we remember and honor those who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Memorial Day ceremonies in Cobb: • Pay your respects at noon Monday at … Read more
Submitted information and photo: Sewell Mill Library & Cultural Center welcomes back MiniCon, a free fan convention, on June 22, 2024, from 10am-5pm. Fans of all ages are invited to celebrate everything fantasy, Sci-Fi, and anime with their community. MiniCon 2024 is set to be the best one yet! “We are all so excited to … Read more
The 2023-24 academic year in the Cobb County School District ended just as the way it started on a key cultural issue that has been roiling public schools around the country: The removal of books from school libraries and classrooms that contain sexually explicit and adult-themed material. What critics have called “book bans” that amount … Read more
A federal civil rights legal advocacy organization has filed a complaint against the Cobb County School District for its removal of more than two dozen books from school libraries. The National Women’s Law Center on Monday said it was asking for federal investigations into the removals in Cobb as well as public schools in Collier … Read more
The Cobb County Economic Development department is holding its next “Coffee and Conversations” event Thursday at Cafe Rivkah in East Cobb (2100 Roswell Road, Suite 2104). The event is from 7:30-9 a.m. and includes networking and learning for business owners, entrepreneurs and startups. The featured speaker comes from the Urban League of Greater Atlanta and … Read more
Cobb County property tax notices have gone out this week, and assessments are going up again. The Cobb Tax Assessor’s Office is holding special information sessions starting next week to provide assistance and information to taxpayers who may be thinking of appealing their assessments. The first of those sessions takes place Tuesday, May 14, from … Read more
Submitted information: As of May 6, 2024, we have a new billing system with a new Customer Self-Service portal. This portal has enhanced features including the ability to submit online requests for: senior discounts, water service, payment plans, leak adjustments, general adjustments, etc. To make online requests please visit our new Customer Self-Service Portal: https://ccw-css.cobbcounty.org. … Read more
Submitted information and photos: The Georgia Celebrates Quilts Show will be held at the Cobb County Civic Center, Thursday, June 6th through Saturday, June 8th from 10am – 5pm. Immerse yourself in the world of quilting as the most talented quilters from around the state compete for cash prizes. Over 300 quilts will be on … Read more
Submitted information: Embark on a literary adventure with Cobb Library’s Summer Reading Program! Running from May 13 to July 30, 2024, this inclusive program is designed for all ages, offering many opportunities for family bonding, community engagement, and shared learning experiences. With exciting events and prizes awaiting you, mark your calendars and join us for … Read more
Submitted information: The Cobb County Water System is currently transitioning to a new online customer account service system. ALL online services, including billing and payment systems, will be unavailable from Monday afternoon, April 29 through Monday, May 6. During this time, we will have no access to customer accounts. For more information, visit cobbcounty.org/water/customer-service/request-service. You can still … Read more
The Cobb Board of Commissioners on Tuesday voted unanimously to name the county government’s main office building on the Marietta Square in honor of late Cobb County Manager David Hankerson. Commissioners also issued a proclamation to Hankerson’s family during their Tuesday business meeting, and the Atlanta Braves contributed an honorary jersey with his name, and … Read more
