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Students at Lockheed Elementary now have new tools to help manage their emotions and refocus during the school day, thanks to a collaborative effort led by the Kiwanis Club of Marietta. The organization, in partnership with First Horizon Bank and Piedmont Church, provided 48 beanbag chairs and sensory bottles to enhance the school’s existing Comfort Corners.

Lockheed Elementary Boosts Student Well-Being with New Comfort Corners

by School ReportsDecember 5, 2024December 5, 2024

Star-shaped bokeh lights creating a warm and festive nighttime atmosphere.

Safety Measures Added at Lights of Joy in Cobb After Teen’s Death

by B.T. ClarkDecember 4, 2024December 4, 2024

A Cobb County Police officer fatally shot a dog during a response to a 911 call on December 2. The officers were investigating reports of someone shouting for help near Macland and Corner Roads when the incident occurred.

Crime

Family Dog Shot and Killed by Cobb Police: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkDecember 3, 2024December 4, 2024

A man was struck and killed in a hit-and-run early Saturday morning while walking on Pat Mell Road near Benson Avenue in Smyrna. Police are seeking information about the driver who police say fled the scene.

Traffic & Transportation

Pedestrian Fatally Struck in Smyrna Hit-and-Run

by B.T. ClarkDecember 1, 2024December 1, 2024

Cobb County is stepping into the holiday season with a series of festive Christmas events for families and friends to enjoy. From tree lightings to visits with Santa, these gatherings promise something special for everyone.

Your Guide to Cobb County’s Christmas Events

by B.T. ClarkNovember 30, 2024November 30, 2024

A man was fatally struck by a vehicle on Thanksgiving evening while crossing South Cobb Drive, according to Cobb County police.

Traffic & Transportation

Pedestrian Killed in Thanksgiving Evening Collision in Cobb County

by Crime ReportsNovember 29, 2024November 29, 2024

high contrast image of a crime scene

Crime

17-Year-Old Georgia Mom Arrested After Trying to Bury Deceased Newborn in Backyard

by B.T. ClarkNovember 26, 2024November 26, 2024

The Georgia Department of Transportation announced that all lanes have been reopened following a crash that earlier blocked two right lanes on I-75 South before South Marietta Parkway (mile marker 263.3). The accident caused significant delays for commuters during the morning rush.

Traffic & Transportation

Crash on I-75 Snarls Early Morning Traffic in Marietta

by B.T. ClarkNovember 26, 2024November 26, 2024

Touch a Truck on Monday: Looking for a fun activity for kids during the school break? Cobb County is hosting a Touch-A-Truck event on Monday, Nov. 25, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Switzer Library, located at 266 Roswell Street NE in Marietta. Children can get an up-close look at their favorite cars and trucks during this hands-on event.

Around Georgia: Things to Do On Thanksgiving Break

by B.T. ClarkNovember 23, 2024November 23, 2024

Group of friends playing cards and drinking beer in a cozy living room setting.

Crime

4 Cobb County Businesses Busted For Selling Alcohol to Underage Customers

by B.T. ClarkNovember 22, 2024November 22, 2024

Authorities are requesting your help finding Tatiana Morse, a 15-year-old girl reported missing from Cobb County.

15-Year-Old Tatiana Morse is Missing in Cobb County

by B.T. ClarkNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024

(The Center Square) – Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens' wife cannot eat mayonnaise on her Whopper but the sheriff cannot "stomach distasteful" speech, according to a federal lawsuit.

Crime

Cobb County Sheriff Faces Lawsuit Over Facebook Censorship

by Kim Jarrett | The Center SquareNovember 19, 2024November 19, 2024

Six Flags Entertainment Corp., the parent company of Six Flags Over Georgia and White Water, is considering selling some of its properties. This comes after a merger with Ohio-based Cedar Fair and a corporate restructuring under a new initiative called “Project Accelerate.”

Could Six Flags Over Georgia Be Sold?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 17, 2024November 17, 2024

The story of how Marietta got its name isn’t etched in stone—or even in ink, for that matter. In a city with roots stretching back to the early 1830s, the origin of its name has become a blend of fact and local lore, leaving residents to wonder: Who—or what—was Marietta?

How Did Marietta Get its Name?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 17, 2024November 17, 2024

• Distracted driving remains a serious issue, with cellphones and rushing being major culprits.

Distracted Drivers Collide with Marietta Police Cars

by B.T. ClarkNovember 16, 2024November 16, 2024

The Marietta Police Department confirmed on Nov. 11 that Patricia Miele, an 89-year-old woman who had gone missing from Greenwood Assisted Living and Memory Care on Whitlock Avenue, was found dead after an extensive three-day search.

Missing 89-Year-Old Marietta Woman Found Dead in a Pond

by B.T. ClarkNovember 13, 2024November 13, 2024

SmartAsset’s latest annual study reveals the wealthiest counties in Georgia, ranked by investment income, property values, and median income.

Georgia By The Numbers

What Are The 10 Wealthiest Counties in Georgia?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 11, 2024November 11, 2024

An urgent search is underway for Patricia Miele, 89, who disappeared from the Greenwood Assisted Living and Memory Care facility on Whitlock Avenue in Marietta late Friday.

89-Year-Old Marietta Woman Still Missing

by B.T. ClarkNovember 10, 2024November 10, 2024