South Cobb, GA|News|
Frugal Family: Off-To-College Bargains, Tips and Checklist
Take a look at great bargains and tips for shopping for off-to-school home goods and an off-to-college checklist.
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Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
- Buckhead, GA
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South Cobb, GA|News|
South Cobb Patch Week in Review, July 30- Aug. 5
Find out what you missed this week in South Cobb.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
Mableton's Jim Mize Recognized for Views on Chick-Fil-A, Gay Marriage
The outspoken well-known Mableton resident sounds off on Chick-Fil-A Appreciation Day and gay marriage.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
The Weekender: Back to School Concert, Fireworks and Pet Adoptions
You guide to weekend fun in Cobb County.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
Starved Teen Died 18 Mos. After Child Caseworkers Closed Case
Department of Family and Children Services closed its investigation of Ebony Berry despite caseworkers' observations that daughter Markea Berry was malnourished and not being fed. Markea was found starved to death 18 months later.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
South Cobb, GA|News|
News Nearby: Fishermen Discover Body in Chattahoochee, Wife Charged in Murder of Husband
Find out details about some of the top news stories from around the region.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
TSPLOST Failed, What's Plan B?
Voters have rejected TSPLOST, but traffic congestion is still a major problem in Cobb and Metro Atlanta.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
David Morgan Plans to Continue Work to Close Achievement Gap
Incumbent School Board member David Morgan will serve another term representing South Cobb's Post 3.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
Cupid, Thompson to Face Off in District 4 Commissioner Run-Off
Preliminary results show that Cupid earned 40 percent of the vote.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
TSPLOST Drives Cobb Voters to Polls
Although turnout has been slow throughout the county, many Cobb voters said they wanted to make sure they cast their votes for or against TSPLOST.
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Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
TSPLOST Drives Cobb Voters to Polls
Although turnout has been slow throughout the county, many Cobb voters said they wanted to make sure they cast their votes for or against TSPLOST.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
South Cobb, GA|News|
District 4 Candidates Speak Out on South Cobb Issues
The six candidates speak out on issues that affect the daily lives of South Cobb residents.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
You Decide: South Cobb Patch Candidate Guide
Meet the partisan candidates seeking to represent South Cobb.
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Midtown, GA|News|
Target's Gay Wedding Registry Ad Applauded
Does a company's stance on gay marriage determine where you'll shop?
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South Cobb, GA|News|
Target's Gay Wedding Registry Ad Applauded
But what do you think?
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South Cobb, GA|News|
Meet the Candidates: Reginald Crossley
Find out what District 38 Senate challenger Reginald Crossley thinks are the most pressing issues facing the district and what he plans to do about them.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
South Cobb, GA|News|
South Cobb Has Strong Spirit to Overcome Challenges
South Cobb has its challenges, but here's a closer look at the real State of South Cobb. As a South Cobb resident, how do you describe the current state of South Cobb?
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South Cobb, GA|News|
Sample Ballots: Get Ready for Tuesday's Primary
Get a refresher on the candidates and issues on the ballot Tuesday. These ballots allow you to see the exact wording of the transportation sales tax question and other issues.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
2 South Cobb Restaurants Fail Inspections
Two other South Cobb restaurants get 85 or less on follow-up inspections after failing.
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South Cobb, GA|News|
Road Construction Updates for South Cobb
Commissioner Woody Thompson announces construction updates for this week in South Cobb.
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