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📌 The Gist: A 36" water main break in south Cobb County has led to a boil water advisory affecting several cities, including Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, and parts of Marietta and Smyrna.

Boil Water Advisory Issued in Cobb County: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 19, 2024January 19, 2024

📚 The Gist: Marietta City School Board's decision to uphold the ban on 23 books deemed sexually explicit has sparked a complex debate among parents, educators, and students throughout Cobb County and the nation. Today, Cobb County's Superintendent weighed in on the Marietta school board's decision.

Cobb County Superintendent Responds to Marietta School Board Banning 23 Books

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 18, 2024January 18, 2024

A pedestrian crash involving a 12-year-old boy and a vehicle on Sewell Mill Road in Cobb County is under active investigation by the Cobb County Police Department. The crash occurred near the intersection with Danforth Drive.

Traffic & Transportation

Serious Pedestrian Collision Involving a Child Under Investigation in Cobb County

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 10, 2024

A significant blaze has erupted at an apartment complex in Vinings, specifically within the 3300 block of Spring Hill Parkway. This is a developing story and the Cobb County Fire Department has not released complete information yet.

Fire

Photos: Apartment Fire in Vinings

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 5, 2024January 5, 2024

🚨 The Gist: A tragic multi-vehicle collision on I-75 Northbound near Cumberland Boulevard resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries early Tuesday morning.

Traffic & Transportation

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Wreck on I-75 in Cobb County Claims Life of 23-year-old

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 2, 2024January 2, 2024

Blurry Road at Night

Traffic & Transportation

Cobb County Community Mourns Death of Marietta Resident in Car Crash

by Thom ChandlerDecember 29, 2023December 29, 2023

Police lights by night

Traffic & Transportation

Powder Springs Police Officer Involved in Multi-Vehicle Collision

by Thom ChandlerDecember 27, 2023December 27, 2023

The Gist: A fire in East Cobb's Loch Highland neighborhood on Saturday evening completely destroyed a home, leaving resident Bobby Bell and his two dogs unscathed but homeless. The blaze, believed to have originated from a fireplace, rapidly engulfed the residence.

Fire

East Cobb Home Engulfed by Fire: Community Rallies to Help Homeowner

by Thom ChandlerDecember 26, 2023December 26, 2023

📊 The Gist: Cobb County students have shown exceptional academic proficiency, surpassing their Georgia peers at all levels in the 2023 state educational assessment.

Cobb County Schools Have Been Graded for 2023: How Did They Perform?

by Thom ChandlerDecember 15, 2023December 15, 2023

🚔 The Gist: A pursuit in Cobb County led to the arrest of Robert Shirling, 50, of Dahlonega, Tuesday after he allegedly tried to ram a police vehicle and evaded officers, resulting in a series of collisions and his eventual capture in downtown Atlanta.

Crime

Dahlonega Man Charged for Attempting to Ram Cobb Police in Chase

by Thom ChandlerDecember 13, 2023December 13, 2023

🚌 The Gist: Cobb County's Stuff-A-Bus toy drive, running from December 12-14, aims to collect donations for about 1,000 local families.

Will Cobb County Residents Donate Gifts to 1,000 Local Families This Year?

by Thom ChandlerDecember 4, 2023

The Mariners and Braves agreed to a trade on Sunday evening which will see young outfielder Jarred Kelenic head to Atlanta.

Braves Get Jarred Kelenic in Trade With Mariners

by Karl RasmussenDecember 4, 2023December 4, 2023

🚨 The Gist: A detainee at Cobb County Jail, identified as Jose Razo, died at Kennestone Hospital on Saturday, Dec. 2, after being found unresponsive in his cell.

Crime

Inmate Dies in Cobb County Jail: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerDecember 2, 2023December 2, 2023

After seven years of being a culinary and social cornerstone in downtown Kennesaw, The Nest, known for its Southern barbecue and vibrant beer garden, is closing its doors today.

Food

The Nest in Kennesaw Is Closing Today

by Hannah Grace HaggardDecember 2, 2023December 2, 2023

The Gist: On November 28, 2023, Cobb County Police investigated a homicide at Budgetel Inn & Suites in Atlanta, where 26-year-old Demarcus Watson was fatally shot.

Crime

26-Year-old Shot to Death at Cobb County Hotel

by Thom ChandlerNovember 29, 2023

The Gist: A pedestrian was seriously injured in a collision with a car in Powder Springs on Monday afternoon.

Traffic & Transportation

Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Monday Afternoon Crash in Cobb County

by Thom ChandlerNovember 28, 2023November 28, 2023

The Big Chicken in Marietta is not just a landmark; it's a cultural icon with a quirky and fascinating history. This article delves into some lesser-known facts about this giant poultry structure that has been catching the eyes of locals and tourists alike for decades.

Georgia Staples

5 Things You Didn’t Know About The Big Chicken

by Thom ChandlerNovember 21, 2023November 21, 2023

🌟 The Gist: Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland, an award-winning drive-through light show, will debut at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta, promising an immersive festive experience with synchronized musical lights.

Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland Lights up Cobb County With Dazzling Display

by Thom ChandlerNovember 17, 2023November 17, 2023

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