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News from May 2024

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Southern Museum announces July 3 event with food, drinks, and fireworks

By Cobb Reporter | May 28, 2024

The Kennesaw Museum Foundation and the Southern Museum will host Southern Spirits from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, coinciding with the City of Kennesaw’s Salute to America.

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Cobb-Marietta Coliseum & Exhibit Hall Authority to dedicate Johnny Gresham Circle

By Cobb Reporter | May 28, 2024

The Cobb-Marietta Coliseum & Exhibit Hall Authority will dedicate Johnny Gresham Circle at Cobb Galleria Centre in honor of the late, long-serving Authority board member. The dedication is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on June 12, 2024, at the Cobb Galleria Centre.

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3.4% of Cobb County students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022

By Cobb Reporter | May 27, 2024

Cobb County universities had 3.4% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

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Registered Sex Offenders: 582 living in Cobb County as of week ending May 25

By Cobb Reporter | May 26, 2024

Cobb County is home to 582 sex offenders registered as of the week ending May 25, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

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Cobb County home sales during week ending May 18

By Cobb Reporter | May 25, 2024

There were 94 reported residential sales in Cobb County in the week ending May 18, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Cobb County GOP Chairman: 'Joe Biden's America is not friendly to Americans'

By Cobb Reporter | May 24, 2024

Chairman of the Cobb County GOP Salleigh Grubbs said Joe Biden is to blame for economic trends that are “not friendly to Americans.”

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Life University collaborates with Chattahoochee Tech for veteran-focused chiropractic presentation

By Cobb Reporter | May 23, 2024

Life University (Life U) and Chattahoochee Technical College (Chattahoochee Tech) recently collaborated to offer a presentation aimed at educating military veterans on the potential benefits of chiropractic care, particularly in alleviating PTSD symptoms. Life U D.C. students affiliated with Life Chiropractic Centers (LCC) volunteered their time to speak at Chattahoochee Tech's Marietta Campus, informing attendees about starting a chiropractic care plan.

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Benjamin Preparatory School opens new location in Kennesaw

By Cobb Reporter | May 22, 2024

The Benjamin Preparatory School of Academics and Performing Arts, already established in Vinings, is set to open a new location at 3737 Stilesboro Road in Kennesaw, Georgia, on June 3, 2024. The school offers a unique blend of Christ-centered childcare and education with a focus on performing arts.

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Sweet Water Mission launches summer food program for children

By Cobb Reporter | May 21, 2024

Just as learning does not end when school lets out, neither does a child's need for good nutrition. The Summer Food Program, run by Sweet Water Mission, aims to provide the nutritious food children require to learn, play, and grow throughout the summer months.

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Croy appoints Mike Barger as director of land surveying services

By Cobb Reporter | May 21, 2024

Georgia-based consulting firm Croy has announced the appointment of Mike Barger, PLS as its Director of Land Surveying Services. In his new role, Barger will oversee Croy’s surveying and mapping efforts, support existing clients, build new relationships, and ensure the production of quality deliverables.

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Nominations open for "Best Places to Work" in Georgia

By Cobb Reporter | May 21, 2024

Georgia Trend and Best Companies Group are currently accepting nominations for the "Best Places to Work" program. This initiative aims to identify and honor workplaces in Georgia that excel in creating a positive environment for their employees.

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Fox Theatre awards $31K grant to enhance sound system at The Strand

By Cobb Reporter | May 21, 2024

Fox Gives Nonprofit Funder Supports Transformative Sound System Project

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Mount Paran Christian School celebrates graduation of class of 2024

By Cobb Reporter | May 21, 2024

On Saturday, May 18, Mount Paran Christian School (MPCS) celebrated the graduation of 114 seniors at Turner Chapel A.M.E. church. The event was led by Valedictorian Sydney McCune and Salutatorian Caroline Bethel. The MPCS class of 2024 includes students who have been accepted into some of the nation's most prestigious colleges and universities.

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Registered Sex Offenders: 581 living in Cobb County as of week ending May 18

By Cobb Reporter | May 19, 2024

The Georgia Sex Offender Registry shows 581 registered sex offenders were living in Cobb County as of the week ending May 18.

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549 registered sex offenders live in Cobb County as of week ending May 4

By Cobb Reporter | May 19, 2024

Cobb County is home to 549 sex offenders registered as of the week ending May 4, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

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Weekly recap of Cobb County home sales during week ending May 11

By Cobb Reporter | May 18, 2024

There were 78 reported residential sales in Cobb County in the week ending May 11, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Cobb Reporter area weekly mass times

By Cobb Reporter | May 18, 2024

The following parishes in the Cobb Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Cobb County GOP Chairman: Biden’s open border policies ‘are murder warrants on Americans‘

By Cobb Reporter | May 17, 2024

Chairman of the Cobb County GOP Salleigh Grubbs said President Joe Biden’s open border policies are endangering American citizens.

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4.9% of citizens unemployed in Cobb County in 2021

By Cobb Reporter | May 17, 2024

The unemployment rate in Cobb County hit 4.9% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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Panel discussion on mastering nonprofit digital marketing scheduled for June 20

By Cobb Reporter | May 16, 2024

Nonprofit organizations face unique challenges when it comes to marketing, but this does not make it any less crucial. How can these good causes effectively promote themselves without incurring significant costs? To answer this question, marketers from some of the top local nonprofits have been invited to share their experiences and tips during an interactive panel discussion. This event promises to provide insights into efficient and inspiring marketing principles that even those outside the nonprofit sector can benefit from. It will also explore how small businesses can...