Registration is open for summer classes at Cobb County Senior Services centers, online or in person. Don’t miss out on exciting new offerings like cardio kickboxing, chair dance, and more. Whether you're looking to get active, try something new, or meet new friends, there’s something for everyone. Explore all we have to offer at cobbcounty.gov/seniors and register here.
Meeting called to discuss SPLOST projects
The Board of Commissioners will hold a special-called meeting with the mayors of Cobb municipalities 9 a.m. Wednesday, June 25, at the Cobb County Civic Center. Possible projects for inclusion in the 2028 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax referendum will be discussed. The Civic Center is located at 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta.
Discover your future career this week
The Center for Family Resources will hold a free job fair 10 a.m. - noon Thursday, June 26, at 375 Franklin Gateway, Suite 470, in Marietta. All job seekers are welcome. Come dressed for success and bring your resume. Please RSVP at nurkysbrea@thecfr.org.
Appraisers from the Cobb County Tax Assessor's Office will hold extended office hours 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 24, at the South Cobb Regional Library to answer your questions about recent assessment mailings. Additionally, the appraiser will be able to accept appeals if the taxpayer wishes to do so. The deadline to appeal is printed on the commercial and residential tax assessment. Copies of notices are available on the tax assessor website here.
The Tax Commissioner’s Office has a helpful Tax Estimator tool available here. Officials strongly encourage electronic submission of appeals through the website. Mail-in appeals must be postmarked by the appeal deadline.
Appeals can also be submitted in person at 736 Whitlock Avenue, Suite 200, Marietta.
Solicitor general holding public meeting Saturday
Cobb County Solicitor General Makia Metzger is hosting a Town Hall meeting 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at the Switzer Library in Marietta and you are invited to attend. Switzer library is located at 266 Roswell Street NE, Marietta.
The Kaiser Permanente Summer Movie Series is back at Cobb PARKS, and you’re invited to enjoy free movie nights at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre.
July 11 – The Lego Movie July 25 – Wonka Aug. 1 – The Greatest Showman Aug. 22 – The Peanuts Movie
For every show, gates will open at 6 p.m. and the movie will start at 7 p.m. No tickets will be required. You can bring your own food and drink, and parking is free. First-come, first-served, rain or shine. The Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre is located at 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton.
Judge honored for supporting young attorneys
Cobb County Superior Court Judge Sonja N. Brown was presented with the Distinguished Judicial Award by Young Lawyers Division President Kenneth Mitchell, Jr. during the 2025 State Bar of Georgia Annual Meeting held on June 6. The award honors members of the judiciary who actively support and encourage the professional growth of young lawyers.
“I love serving Cobb County both on and off the bench,” said Judge Brown. “I am honored to be recognized by the YLD, and I remain committed to mentoring young lawyers and encouraging meaningful community service throughout our profession.”
Put down the remote and pick up a putter. This week is your final chance this season to practice your putting with free mini golf at the Cobb County Civic Center in Marietta. The 18-hole course is open through Saturday, June 28, for all ages 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturdays. The Civic Center is located at 548 South Marietta Parkway. Parking is also free.
Giveaways help keep the reading going
Cobb County Public Library and the Cobb County School District are celebrating the third successful year of their Books2Keep summer literacy collaboration. Through this initiative, more than 35 boxes of donated books have already been collected by the school district and given to The Helen Poyer Cobb Library Bookmobile to distribute to families across the county — free of charge.
Thanks to this program, led by Community Engagement Librarian Allyson Eads and Kell High School Media Specialist John McLaughlin, reading doesn’t stop when school lets out.
“Our goal is to help kids stay engaged with reading all summer long,” Eads said. “The free books create a sense of ownership and pride in reading — and that’s incredibly powerful. Every book we give away is labeled with a special Books2Keep sticker. It’s a small touch that reminds families that literacy is a gift — one that’s meant to be shared and passed on."
The festival will be held 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Aug. 23 at the Jim R. Miller Park Event Center in Marietta. For more information, email SEUPARKS@cobbcounty.gov.
Public mowing schedules adjusted
Multiple storms have created significant challenges for the county Road Maintenance Division with a combination of issues: increased calls for storm cleanup (flooding / trees down), decreased days to handle regular mowing due to rain, increased growth in shoulder / median vegetation, and staffing problems. Since the start of May, the division has faced 117 flooded roadways, 438 calls for trees down, and 252 unique roadside trimming requests for vegetation issues.
As a result, the county is behind on its regular mowing cycle. The new scheduling targets are:
Segment: Regular Schedule: Current Schedule:
Medians 7-14 days 14-28 days
Sidewalks 14-28 days 21-35 days
Shoulders 45-60 days 60-75 days
Get back to nature with Extension program
Become a nature pro this fall through the University of Georgia Extension Office. Join the 2025 Northwest Metro Master Naturalist program for nine days of hands-on field trips, expert talks, and cool swag.
Explore ecology, birds, reptiles, and more at amazing local sites. Limited spots and transportation available. Register by 5 p.m. Aug. 22. Secure your spot here. Contact UGA Extension at 770-528-4070 or Daniel.Price@uga.edu with questions.
Primary results for Public Service Commission race
Following the June 17 primary, Republican Tim Echols will face Democrat Alicia Johnson in the Georgia Public Service Commission election in November. Echols defeated Lee Muns for the Republican slot while Johnson ran unopposed.
Through a partnership with Cobb & Douglas Public Health and their Home Safety Program, Cobb County Senior Services provides in-home safety assessments and tailored improvements that help seniors live safer, more independent lives.
ARPA IN COBB - Our series examining how Cobb County distributed federal assistance dollars takes a look at the youth-centric teams working to help teens navigate high school.
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