Heavy rain from overnight thunderstorms has triggered a flood advisory for Lowndes County. What’s Happening: Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain had already fallen as of 6:35 a.m. Up to one more inch is expected, and minor flooding is ongoing or starting soon in low-lying areas and places where water drains poorly. Where to […]
Posted inFood
Georgia food truck fails health inspection with score of 60
A mobile food truck operating in the Atlanta area received a failing grade from state health inspectors last week, with violations ranging from improper food handling to ingredients stored at the operator’s home. The inspection The Rolling Potato, a food truck permitted to operate in Georgia, scored a 60 out of 100 during a routine […]
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Meet the Marietta City Schools Teacher of The Year for 2026-2027
Rachel Maddox, who teaches reading and English language arts, was recognized Wednesday at the district’s End-of-Year Employee Awards Luncheon. Maddox has been a teacher for nine years and joined West Side in 2022. She holds advanced degrees in education and certifications in English for Speakers of Other Languages, reading, gifted education, dyslexia, and Tier 1 […]
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Watch Georgia runoff debates live this Sunday and Monday
Voters recovering from the long list of candidates that greeted them on their primary election ballots last week will have to return to the polls soon for runoff elections. The Atlanta Press Club will help voters make informed choices with a final round of livestreamed debates Sunday and Monday. It is the latest installment in […]
Posted inCrime
Man pulls gun on officer at Town Center Mall and is shot dead
What happened: Cobb County police officers went to Town Center Mall around 1:59 p.m. after a shoplifting was reported in progress. An officer approached the suspect, who ran through the parking lot. The man then pulled out a handgun. The officer fired, hitting the suspect. What we know: The suspect was rushed to a nearby […]
Posted inWeather
Tree down on Lower Scott Mill Road in Cherokee County
A tree has fallen on Lower Scott Mill Road in Cherokee County, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday afternoon. What’s Happening: The Sheriff’s Office reported the downed tree at 4:05 p.m. The road should be avoided, officials say. No details about how much of the road is blocked or whether power lines are involved […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Fallen tree blocks Holbrook Campground Road in Cherokee County
A large tree has fallen across both lanes of Holbrook Campground Road, completely shutting it down near the 2250 block. What’s Happening: The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office says the road is closed and drivers should stay away from the area. A photo taken at the scene shows the tree stretched across the full road during […]
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University of West Georgia course helps student athletes open up about mental health
A University of West Georgia instructor built a course that teaches student athletes how to handle the mental pressures of competition, and students say it is already changing how they think about themselves on and off the field. What’s happening: Instructor Jay Vinson designed the course to give student-athletes and future coaches real, usable tools […]
Posted inYour Government
Cobb County and Mableton finally reach deal on police, roads, and stormwater
Cobb County and the City of Mableton say they have reached a proposed agreement on police, transportation, and stormwater services after more than a year of talks that ended in formal mediation. What’s happening: Cobb County Chairwoman Lisa Cupid and Mableton Mayor Michael Owens each put out statements Tuesday saying mediation produced a proposed deal. […]
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Roswell cuts ties with controversial $2.8M consultant
The city of Roswell is giving the boot to a consulting company hired by and long-praised by its former mayor, in a signal that the era of running City Hall like a corporation is over. The city council voted 4-2 Monday to end its contract with Seer World, the firm that was paid more than […]
