Cobb Library’s Summer Reading program is gearing up and registration in Beanstack will get you started on the journey. The all-ages program supports family bonding time, community engagement, and shared learning experiences. There will be activities designed to encourage participation by the whole community because learning doesn’t stop when you leave school.
Cobb County’s Board of Commissioners is whole again. Newly elected District 2 Commissioner Erick Allen officially took the oath of office. Judge Flournoy swore in the commissioner moments after the Board of Elections certified the results of the recent special election.
Allen will be sworn in at a 6:30 p.m. public ceremony Monday, May 12, at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta. A reception will be held at 5 p.m.
District 4 commissioner starts second term
Cobb County District 4 Commissioner Monique Sheffield was sworn in Friday in a private ceremony and now begins her second term. Judge Ashley Palmer administered the oath of office while Sheffield's husband and mother were present to cheer her on. She was reelected in the special election held two weeks ago.
Help stop opioid abuse in the community
Cobb County is now accepting applications for opioid abatement funds to support programs focused on prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction. Nonprofits, healthcare providers, government agencies and community partners in Cobb may apply.
On Friday, May 4, courtroom M403 was formally dedicated to Cobb Magistrate Senior Staff Attorney Rajesh "Raj" Mehta, honoring his legacy of service, compassion, and heroism. Mehta lost his life in 2020 while attempting to prevent an act of domestic violence.
The ceremony brought together friends, family, and former colleagues who paid tribute to his life and lasting impact. Speakers included Cobb Chief Magistrate Judge Brendan Murphy, close friend Terrence Bradley, Cobb County State Court Clerk Tahnicia Phillips, University of Georgia School of Law Dean Usha Rodrigues, and Mehta’s nephew Hemin Bhatt. Mehta's sister, Rashmi Bhatt, and mother, Mira Mehta, were also in attendance to witness the commemoration.
Chairwoman to spotlight bright future
Cobb County is thriving. Are you ready for what's next? Cobb Commission Chairwoman Lisa Cupid will look ahead to Cobb’s future at the community State of the County Address 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, at Riverside EpiCenter.
She will highlight the progress, innovation, and intelligent decisions shaping a Cobb County for all. The event is full. We invite you to view the program streaming live, starting around 7 p.m. on CobbTV here.
Celebrate new recreation center
Celebrate the Grand Opening of Milford Recreation Center with Cobb PARKS. The festivities begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, followed by a celebration featuring fun family activities from noon to 4 p.m.
Come and tour the new facility, explore the game room, participate in class demonstrations, enjoy live music and have lunch with us (while supplies last).
The Milford Recreation Center is located at 675 Smyrna Powder Springs Road SW, Marietta, right next to Birney Elementary School.
Volunteer to advocate for children
The Cobb County Juvenile Court seeks volunteers for its Court Appointed Special Advocate Program.
CASA volunteers support neglected or abused children who are removed from their homes and placed in foster care. Volunteers advocate for the child, interact with their families, therapists, and teachers, and provide recommendations to the court. The goal is to help reunite children with their families or find them a permanent, loving home.
Pay close attention when driving around the Kennesaw Mountain area. Parts of Stilesboro Road are closed to replace and upgrade an underground water piping system. You can still access Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield and the visitor center parking area from Old 41 Highway and Stilesboro Road.
Phase 1 - Road closure from Gilbert Road to Old Mountain Road that started last week.
Phase 2 - Road closure from Old Mountain Road to Visitor Center Drive with work expected to begin in early August.
Phase 3 - Road closure from Old 41 Highway to Visitor Center Drive with work expected to begin in late September.
For more information regarding lane and road closures in Cobb County, please visit cobbcommute.org.
Learn about Public Safety life
Ever wonder what it takes to keep Cobb County safe? Now’s your chance to find out from the inside. Sessions for the Citizens Public Safety Academy begin 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, at Cobb County Public Safety Police Training Academy, 2436 East West Connector in Austell.
Applicants must be adults living in Cobb County or work for the county or Cobb schools.
Congratulations to the Cobb 4-H Varsity Bananas.Out of 46 teams competing at the National LifeSmarts competition in Chicago, they finished in an impressive fourth place. The team also earned several individual honors:
• Shubham Badve had the highest score nationally on the LifeSmarts Personal Finance test.
• Phebe Burroughs-Thebault earned the third highest score nationally on the LifeSmarts Environment test.
• Shubham Badve was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from Kenvue for educating others about over-the-counter medicines.
LifeSmarts is a different kind of competition in which teams compete using fun games to test their knowledge on health insurance, over the counter drugs, cybersecurity, credit cards, and many more topics that have to do with adulting.
In celebration of American Public Works Week, the Cobb County Department of Transportation invites you to Touch A Truck, 1 - 3 p.m. Friday, May 23, at the Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta.
The event is free and open to the public. Get up close with dump trucks, loaders, and more! Kids and adults can climb inside, meet the operators, and discover how public works keeps our community moving.
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun, learning, and celebration.
A reel good time coming up
Break out your best fishing hat and cast your line with us at the next Kids Fishing Rodeo, 9 - 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31 at Furr Family Park, 4570 Old Westside Road, Powder Springs.
Kids aged 3 - 16, along with their parent or guardian, can get in on the fun. Bring your gear and bait. Catch the biggest fish and win a trophy. Don't forget, rain or shine, the event is on.
Young wizards, witches, and muggles, put on your robes and hop on your broomsticks because it's time to beat your way to the golden snitch. Muggle Quidditch is back with a World Cup twist, 10 a.m. - noon Thursday, May 29, for ages 11 - 18. This year, we're taking the magic up a notch with a brand-new Quidditch World Cup theme and a new location: Franklin Gateway Sports Complex, 1034 Franklin Gateway SE, Marietta.
It's hard to believe, but kids will get excited about safety at Family Fun Safety Days. Kids can climb up into a fire truck, explore emergency vehicles, legally hop inside a squad car, ring the firetruck bell, watch a puppet show and learn about how to stay safe in the home. All events are 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Cobb County Safety Village, 1220 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta on these dates:
• Wednesday, June 4
• Tuesday, June 17
• Wednesday, July 9
No need to register.
$5 per person with a maximum cost of $20 per family at the door.
Group rates available for 20 or more people. More info here or call 770-852-3294.
PAL steps it up
Step up and step out with the Cobb Police Athletic League this summer. Register your child for Cobb PAL’s Step Camp where they will learn the art of stepping while building confidence, discipline, and friendships. Open to students in grades 6 - 12. Camp kicks off June 6.
Not to alarm you, but school is out soon. It's time to get the kiddos signed up for summer camps. Cobb has you covered for summertime fun with more than 400 summer camp sessions.
History Camp at Green Meadows Preserve, June 2 - 5
Recreation Center Camps run for one week each, June 2 - Aug. 1
Nature Camp at Hyde Farm Park, June 23 - 27
Mountain Biking Camp, July 7 - 10 at Allatoona Creek Park
Art and theatre camps are offered at Cobb's four art centers, June 2 - Aug. 1
Theater camps at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre and arts centers, June 2 - July 18
Cobb Therapeutics Camp Horizon - for ages 7-21 with developmental, mental, and physical disabilities, June 2 - July 25
A small section of the Silver Comet Trail will be closed for slope stabilization work May 19 - Aug. 4. The area to be closed is the section that runs under Camp Highland Road.
Before you turn on your sprinklers, Cobb Water System recommends you take these four easy steps to save water and money:
Inspect – Check for clogged, broken, or missing sprinkler heads. A damaged head can waste thousands of gallons! Need help? Call a pro certified through a WaterSense labeled program.
Connect – Look over the connections between pipes, hoses, and sprinkler heads. Pooling water = a possible leak.
Direct – Make sure sprinklers are aimed to water only your landscape, not the sidewalk or driveway.
Select – Adjust your watering schedule for the season or upgrade to a WaterSense labeled controller.
Cobb and Douglas Public Health is helping keep the community environment health. The public health service will assist income-eligible primary Cobb and Douglas homeowners get their septic systems pumped, repaired or connected to local sewer systems. The program is funded through American Rescue Plan Act grants from Cobb and Douglas County Governments.
Participants will receive a subsidy of up to $500 (based on actual cost). Upon inspection, if repairs are needed, the project will subsidize up to $15,000 to repair the system or connect the home to the local sewer.
Eligible work must be done before Sept. 30, 2026, or until grant funds are exhausted. Rental and commercial properties are not eligible to participate. More information here.
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The Board of Commissioners recognized SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center and its multidisciplinary team with a proclamation designating April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. SafePath plays a vital role in supporting victims of abuse in Cobb.
Cobb Department of Transportation and CobbLinc leaders held a virtual public meeting Tuesday, May 6, to discuss the proposed service changes to the commuter and green circulator routes, along with findings from the service equity analysis.
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