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Home sales in Cobb County during week ending June 29

There were 92 reported residential sales in Cobb County in the week ending June 29, according to BlockShopper.com.

Turner's home runs sink Braves' hopes against Phillies

ATLANTA -- Max Fried has earned the right to be pushed a little longer than the average pitcher. But after the Braves' veteran labored through the first five innings of an 8-6 loss to the Phillies on Friday night at Truist Park, there was reason to question why he was allowed to face Phillies shortstop Trea Turner a fourth time.

Braves urged to prioritize pitcher endurance over division title chase

Whenever you ask a manager if the upcoming series is significant, you'll usually hear something generic like: “Every game is a big one.” Bobby Cox used to say: “They all count the same.” Earlier this week, Brian Snitker said one of the reasons Reynaldo López is getting the ball on regular rest on Sunday is to get him a start during this weekend’s Phillies series.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Cobb County in week ending June 29

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Cobb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 29, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Chattahoochee Tech welcomes new board chair Ford Thigpen

Chattahoochee Technical College recently welcomed Ford Thigpen as the new chair of its Board of Directors and honored outgoing Board Chair Debbie Underkoffler during a board meeting. The college also commended outgoing board members Mark Haney and Stevan Crew for their years of service.

Chattahoochee Tech welcomes new board chair; honors outgoing chair

Chattahoochee Technical College welcomed business leader Ford Thigpen as the new chair of its Board of Directors while honoring outgoing Board Chair Debbie Underkoffler at a recent meeting. Outgoing board members Mark Haney and Stevan Crew were also commended for their years of service.

Projections for top picks in upcoming 2024 Draft

With the 2024 Draft just over a week away, anticipation is building as teams finalize their strategies. Jim Callis and I will each release one more mock draft before making our final projections of the top 39 picks late Saturday night. This will allow everyone to digest it on Sunday morning ahead of the Draft festivities in Texas at 7 p.m. ET (6 p.m. CT).

Southpaws dominate latest MLB starting pitcher power rankings

By Cobb Reporter | Jul 4, 2024

The southpaw is surging across MLB. Last season, there was a lull for left-handers, with only one (the Cubs’ Justin Steele) finishing among the top 10 in FanGraphs’ version of pitcher WAR. While then-Padres lefty Blake Snell did take NL Cy Young honors, only two of his compatriots were also among the 20 AL or NL pitchers to receive votes for the award (Framber Valdez was ninth in the AL; Steele was fifth in the NL).

June 29: 581 registered sex offenders living in Cobb County

By Cobb Reporter | Jul 4, 2024

There were 581 registered sex offenders living in Cobb County as of the week ending June 29, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Cobb County in week ending June 29

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Cobb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 29, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Braves rely on Reynaldo Lopez despite recent struggles

ATLANTA -- Reynaldo López is unlikely to win an ERA title, even if he doesn't allow another earned run for the rest of the season. Despite his impressive 1.83 ERA over 15 starts, an All-Star bid isn't guaranteed. However, López could be a postseason asset if the Braves manage his workload effectively through the remainder of his first full season as a starter since 2019.

MLB All-Star starters announcement set for tonight

Phase 2 of the voting for the 2024 MLB All-Star Ballot, presented by BuildSubmarines.com, concluded today at noon ET. The remaining starters for the 2024 All-Star Game, presented by Mastercard and scheduled for July 16 at Globe Life Field in Texas, will be revealed tonight.

Center for Family Resources reports increased need for housing assistance in Cobb County

The Center for Family Resources (CFR) recently released its 2023 Annual Report, outlining the organization's continued commitment to homeless families and those at risk of homelessness in Cobb County. Serving more than 1,400 families through its homeless prevention and housing programs, food pantry, and Employee Financial Assistance Program, CFR maintains its 64-year history of providing essential services to Cobb County residents.

Top high school pitchers poised for early rounds in MLB Draft