Opinion: Phenology and you as a citizen scientist
Phenology (fi-NOL-uh-jee) is the study of seasonal changes in living things. Phenology looks at when events happen in nature, such as when plants leaf out, flowers bloom, birds migrate, or insects appear, and how those timings change over time. These events are closely connected to temperature, daylight and weather...
Kennesaw woman accused of DUI, running over person at gas station
Tamara Marie Morris, 39, of Kennesaw, is accused of driving a white 2020 Ford EcoSport under the influence of alcohol and running over a person around 12:50 a.m. on Feb. 8 following an altercation at the QuikTrip - 2761 Cobb Parkway, according to an arrest warrant from the Kennesaw Police Department. One of the...
Armed Illegal Alien Shot and Killed by Cobb County Officers After Late-Night Gunfire Call
COBB COUNTY, Georgia – Officers responding to reports of gunfire late Monday night shot and killed an armed man after he refused repeated commands to drop his weapon. On February 16, 2026, at approximately 10:38 p.m., uniformed patrol officers began canvassing the Bradley Avenue area in Marietta, GA, after hearing...
Cobb County argues in court to dismiss $15 million lawsuit filed by woman injured...
A judge heard arguments Tuesday on the merits of a lawsuit filed by a woman who says she was critically injured when a Cobb County police officer pursued a suspected shoplifting suspect and used a PIT maneuver. The judge did not immediately decide whether to dismiss the case. Ball is...
‘We’re not going anywhere,’ Cobb County business owners prepare for grand opening after multiple...
ACWORTH, Ga. — In Downtown Acworth, some old favorites stand out. Ryan Blankenberger and Lisa Mack call themselves an unlikely duo that just won't die. The pair own Acworth Antiques and Acworth Vintage and Vinyl, two community mainstays. "I'm very traditional, Ryan's very creepy and weird in a great...
KFC has a 56-foot-tall ‘Big Chicken’ location in Georgia. Where is it?
It's no surprise Georgia loves its chicken, but did you know this is home to perhaps one of the world's biggest chickens? An Atlanta-area Kentucky Fried Chicken is housed in what's called "The Big Chicken," a massive 56-foot-tall chicken shaped structure with eyes that roll in circles as well as a beak that opens and...
Trader Joe’s Opening 2 New Georgia Locations, One Near Augusta
Is it time? Will we finally get a Trader Joe's? Well, the popular grocery store chain is opening two new locations in Georgia. One will be coming to Johns Creek and another to Evans. According to reports, officials with the store have confirmed there are plans for a Trader Joe's...
Man shows up wearing body armor to supervise child visitation with his wife’s ex-fiance,...
A jury in Georgia convicted a 37-year-old man after he shot his wife's ex-fiance to death while preparing to supervise a child visitation session, authorities say. Nicholas Michael Mimms was found guilty of felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony in the death...
Woman accused of forcing entry into Mableton home, taking cash and electronics
Chanda Leah Cattadoris, 47, of Villa Rica, is accused of forcing entry into a residence through a basement window at 29 Cooper Lake Road in Mableton on Dec. 10, 2025, at 8:45 a.m., according to an arrest warrant from the Cobb County Police Department. Once inside, Cattadoris stole several items including lemonade,...
The Best Filet Mignon In Georgia Is Served Inside This Old-Fashioned Steakhouse
I have discovered a hidden gem in Alpharetta that serves a filet mignon so exceptional it lingers on your mind long after the last bite. Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar, located at 6290 Halcyon Way, Suite 610, blends rustic charm with refined dining in a way that feels both elevated and inviting. The atmosphere sets the...
