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Official communications from Cobb County, Ga, home of the Atlanta Braves, Big Chicken, Kennesaw Mtn, Chattahoochee River, Covered Bridge, Silver Comet Trail, Marietta Square, Acworth, Austell, Kennesaw, Mableton, Powder Springs, Smyrna.
The Cobb County Police Department is aware of social media posts promoting a “street takeover,” described as an impromptu car gathering, in the Town Center at Cobb Mall area and surrounding commercial properties this weekend.
Read the statement here: https://bit.ly/3NaJTBg
A person wearing a headset is in front of a computer screen. The background is slightly blurred, with text and a pink item visible.
An advertisement for the Cobb County 911 Career Exploration Event. The poster includes information about exploring a career as a 911 operator. The event is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, from 8 AM to 12 PM at Cobb County 911 in Marietta, GA. It offers a chance to meet the team, participate in a Q&A, and apply on-site. Images show a screen, a person with a headset, and a person at a computer.
Find out about the life of a 911 professional and explore a career in public safety. It could be the career for you.
📅8 a.m. - noon, Saturday, March 7
📍Cobb County 911, 140 North Marietta Pkwy, Marietta
#JoinCobb911 #CobbCounty911 #911Careers #PublicSafetyCareers
Cobb County Elections and Registration is seeking community partners to host polling locations for upcoming elections.
Please suggest locations that may be suitable for use as polling places.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4aZGK0a
#cobbcounty #cobbelections #vote #voting
Sure, here is a suitable alt text: A group of four people smiling outdoors at an event. Two are wearing sunglasses, and one is holding a drink. There are tents and a building in the background.
A group of people smiling and standing together in front of a Maker's Mark booth. Some are holding drinks and one person has a handbag. They appear to be enjoying an outdoor event.
Plates of bacon-wrapped bites are arranged on a wooden board at an outdoor food event. People in the background are serving food.
A person is demonstrating cooking on a stage labeled "Celebrity Chef Series." They are wearing a cap, apron, and gloves, and holding a piece of food. Cooking utensils and ingredients are on the table. A screen displays a close-up of the food preparation. An audience sits in front of the stage.
The 2026 Georgia Food and Wine Festival is back to treat your taste buds to a three-day culinary event, Friday - Sunday, March 27 - 29 at Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road SW, Marietta.
Get tickets early and save here: https://www.georgiafoodandwinefestival.com/
Ticket prices go up March 1.
Discover what goes on behind the scenes at the Cobb County Sheriff's office at the Citizen’s Academy. Learn about its duties, structure, and daily operations. Those interested must apply by Friday, Feb. 27.
Classes: 6:30 - 9 p.m. Thursdays, March 5 - April 3.
Apply here https://bit.ly/46awmi8
WARMING SHELTER TO OPEN
Hope House will open its doors Feb. 22-24. Shelter services will be available for women and children, as well as men.
Clients are asked to arrive by 8pm
📍Location:
Hope House
1297 Bells Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30066
Cobb County is still under an Extreme Cold Warning until 1 p.m. today, Feb. 1. Bundle up if you go outside!
For the latest information, go to this page: https://bit.ly/4bo4mwj
WINTER STORM WARNING
Here we go AGAIN! Cobb DOT crews were out pretreating roads in preparation for the Winter Storm expected to hit the county on Saturday.
Check out the latest preparations and forecast for this weekend and stay safe! https://youtu.be/SrFtbufCzWU
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 1 AM SUNDAY
Snow - up to 2 inches with locally higher amounts possible
Wind gusts up to 35mph
Roads, especially bridges and overpasses could become slick and hazardous.
Bookmark https://bit.ly/4bo4mwj for the latest info.
Not all county news makes it to social media. Keep up with the top Cobb County news with CobbLine Weekly, the county's email newsletter.
See the most recent issue here:
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Braves Fest January 31 showing girl hitting a baseball with a bat
Braves Fest January 31 showing a child runing the bases at Truist Park
Braves Fest January 31 showing two baskeball players interacting with people
Braves Fest January 31 showing the Heavy Hitters marching while playing drums
⚾Braves fans come brave the cold this weekend at⚾Braves Fest - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31 at The Battery Atlanta, free, but you need a ticket. Player walk and rally, autographs, tour, Blooper's birthday celebration & more.
🎟️ https://atmlb.com/4a4vy0T
Photos Ctsy: Atlanta Braves
WINTER STORM WATCH ❄️
Heavy snow possible Fri night–Sun morning across north & central GA.
🌨️ Up to 2” (locally higher)
💨 Wind gusts up to 35 mph
🧊 Slick roads, esp. bridges/overpasses
🥶 Wind chills as low as -10°
A "Voter Registration" sign with red, white, and blue colors and stars, displayed in front of a building. Website and phone number for Cobb Elections are visible at the bottom.
Moved recently? Changed name? Turned 18? Check your voter registration or get registered to vote!
✅ Register to vote or update your info at https://mvp.sos.ga.gov
You can:
🔹 Check registration status
🔹 Update address or name
🔹 Register for the first time
🔹 View polling location & sample ballot
ROAD CONDITIONS UPDATE – Jan. 26
Cobb DOT crews monitored roadways overnight and report all roads are open.
⚠️ Please use caution on neighborhood and secondary roads. Road temperatures remain below freezing, isolated slick spots are possible.
County offices remain closed Monday.
WINTER STORM UPDATE
Waves of precipitation moved through Cobb early Sunday, resulting in reports of freezing rain. Residents are urged to avoid travel at this time as Cobb DOT crews are actively treating the roadways. Watch live traffic conditions here: https://bit.ly/3NBT25U
SCHOOLS CLOSE
Cobb County Schools, Marietta City Schools, and Kennesaw State join list of those closed Monday.
https://www.cobbcounty.gov/news/cobb-county-winter-storm-updates
WEATHER UPDATE
NWS still expects ¼–½ inch of ice in Cobb overnight. Cobb DOT crews are working 24/7, monitoring road temps & pre-treating routes.
A Cold Weather Advisory follows Monday, with single-digit wind chills possible.
Updates: cobbcounty.gov/news/cobb-county-winter-storm-update
Cobb County Library Branches will CLOSE today at 1 p.m. due to the Ice Storm Warning for Cobb and the desire to keep roads clear for DOT crews.
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ICE STORM WARNING ❄️
The National Weather Service has issued an Ice Storm Warning for Cobb County, with dangerous ice accumulations possible this weekend.
Check out the plan at https://youtu.be/L4KGLu0_kkU
WINTER STORM WATCH
Cobb County is under a Winter Storm Watch from Sat afternoon through Mon morning.
Significant ice is possible (up to 0.4”), which could cause power outages, downed trees, and nearly impossible travel.
https://www.cobbcounty.gov/news/cobb-county-winter-storm-updates
TRAFFIC ALERT
Most lanes on Johnson Ferry Road near Little Willeo (north of Lower Roswell) are closed due to an accident investigation.
Follow cobbcommute.org for updates.
There’s still uncertainty in this weekend’s forecast, but ice is possible in Cobb. CobbDOT will have crews ready, but ice is difficult to combat. Residents should be prepared to change plans, have essentials at home, and ensure they can receive alerts if power goes out.
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Emergency preparation tips infographic from FEMA. The image is divided into sections for staying safe during a power outage: 'Stay off roads', 'Have a car kit ready', 'Park at the flattest part of the driveway', 'Secure non-perishable food and medicine', 'Freeze bottles of water', 'Keep power and heat sources 20 feet away from home', 'Disconnect outdoor hoses', and 'Make sure carbon monoxide detectors work'. Each section includes relevant icons and a purple and yellow color scheme.
An infographic titled 'Prep for Winter Weather' provided by Cobb County, featuring tips on winter preparedness for people and pets. The document includes advice on limiting time outdoors, checking on neighbors, and ensuring pets are safe. There are icons of a footstep, thermometer, and a pet, highlighting winter safety measures like wearing shoes with good grip, managing indoor heating, and carrying an emergency car kit.
With a significant wintry weather mix in the forecast for this weekend, we encourage everyone to prepare now to avoid the crowds, the stress, and empty shelves.
#winter #weather #sleet #freezingrain #icycondition #icestorm
Some form of winter weather is possible in Cobb County this weekend, with ice a real concern.
CobbDOT is preparing, but icy roads can be challenging. Consider adjusting plans, running errands early, and staying informed.
📲 Download the CobbGov app for the latest alerts.
Bestselling author Lynn Cullen
Bestselling author Lynn Cullen will be discussing her new novel "When We Were Brilliant" 2 - 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Switzer Library in Marietta. General admission tickets are $15 and premier tickets are $35. Purchase tickets from the Cobb Library Foundation here: https://bit.ly/3YL2XIC
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WEATHER UPDATE
Forecasters still believe any significant snowfall will remain far to our south; portions of Cobb remain in the "Don't Let Your Guard Down" zone. So @CobbDOT will have crews on standby overnight in case there are any impacts to our roadways early Sunday.
WARMING SHELTER OPENING
Hope House will open Jan. 17–20 due to inclement weather. Shelter is available for women, children, and men.
Arrive by 8:00 p.m. to ensure bed availability.
🔗 https://www.cobbcounty.gov/news/cobb-warming-shelter-opens
📍 Hope House, 1297 Bells Ferry Rd, Marietta
WEATHER UPDATE
When you are making plans for this weekend, remember there is a CHANCE of wintry precip in our area Sunday. Right now, the odds aren't great, but stay tuned for forecast updates and plan you weekend accordingly!
WARMING SHELTER TO OPEN
Hope House will open its doors January 14-15 in anticipation of inclement weather.
Clients are asked to arrive by 8:00 p.m. to ensure bed availability.
📍 Location:
Hope House
1297 Bells Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30066
WARMING SHELTER TO OPEN
Hope House will open Jan. 11–12 due to expected inclement weather. Shelter is available for women & children, as well as men. Please arrive by 8 p.m. to ensure a bed.
📍 1297 Bells Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30066