Cobb County Schools police car involved in crash
The crash happened at Austell Road and County Services Parkway.
Marietta announces 2026 Glover Park Concert Series, marking 40th anniversary
The Downtown Marietta Development Authority and the City of Marietta announced in a news release on the city’s website the 2026 Glover Park Concert Series, a free monthly concert lineup running from April through September in Glover Park on the Marietta Square. WHEN: All concerts begin at 8:00 on...
GA Fire Chief Announces Retirement
MARIETTA — Marietta Fire Chief Tim Milligan is retiring after over 29 years of service. Milligan announced his retirement to the mayor and City Council at this week’s council meeting. “I stand here with my heart full of gratitude. I want to thank each and every one of...
Cobb County Animal Services highlights adoptable dogs
Cobb County Animal Services shared photos and descriptions of three adoptable dogs. Baked Beans (Raven) is a 2-year-old, 55-pound dog who knows basic commands and loves people. Oreo, a 10-month-old, 54-pound pup, was surrendered on January 17, 2026, and is house trained and good with kids. Big Boy, a 2-year-old,...
Gary Ellis proves Black excellence thrives at Bar 44
Gary Ellis has spent his career at the intersection of hospitality, nightlife, entertainment and fine art. A Hampton University graduate and former brand ambassador for LeBron James’ Lobos 1707 Tequila, he co-founded Bar 44 Sports Lounge in Marietta, Georgia, in 2021 after more than a decade shaping Atlanta’s...
Central Georgia Weather Risk: 60 MPH Storm Winds and Quarter-Size Hail Possible Through Monday...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Atlanta, Georgia – Residents across central and east Georgia could face dangerous thunderstorms during the Monday commute as a line of severe storms pushes east across the state with damaging winds and...
Pilot lands small plane on metro Atlanta highway after engine failure
Dash camera video show the moment an officer pulled up on a small plane on a busy metro Atlanta highway. The pilot managed to land the plane safely on Hwy 74 in Peachtree City after the engine failed. Channel 2’s Cory James talked to the plane’s owner who said both the pilot and student on board landed the plane...
Husband and wife found dead inside South Fulton home; police investigating possible murder-suicide
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Two people were found dead inside a residence Saturday after police responded to a domestic disturbance call in South Fulton, authorities said. Shortly before noon, officers with the South Fulton Police Department responded to the 4000 block of Dinmont Chase after receiving a...
Pastor Jamal Bryant apologizes for confusion surrounding his Target Fast and continued boycott from...
The Atlanta pastor made remarks on Wednesday, declaring an end to his fast from the store. Pastor Jamal Bryant caused a firestorm earlier this week when he announced the end of his Target Fast, which originally was set to run through Lent last year, but extended into a year-long fast. Many believed that Bryant’s...
‘Pretty tired of this’: Mableton pushes tougher penalties for dumping
The Mableton City Council is looking to crack down on illegal tire dumping after the council heard an ordinance updating scrap tire regulations this week. The proposal regulates used tires and increase fines for illegal dumping throughout the city. Emily Ryan, the city’s sustainability, greenspace and beautification...

















