Precinct 4 Crime Blotter

Last week's incident reports the Northeast and East Cob areas.

No. 1 Kell Girls Upset in State

The Sprayberry girls also lost in first-round basketball tournament action Tuesday.

Weird Police News: Cold Pills and Lasers ...

More of the strange stuff police officers around North Georgia were up against recently.

News Nearby: Dekalb BOE Chairman Resigns, Pedestrian Killed in Hit and Run and Student Wins Teen Jeopardy

Here are headlines from around the region for Tuesday Feb. 19, 2013

Showtime for Lassiter, Walton Choruses

Tuesday night's joint concert with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra musicians is a "once in a lifetime" event.

AJO4LAX Fest Set for March 23

This year's high school lacrosse extravaganza and benefit includes Pope, Lassiter and Walton.

Cobb Alcohol Task Force Launches Campaign

The "Real Proof" effort is being undertaken in partnership with the Cobb County School District.

Birrell to Begin Re-Election Campaign

The Northeast Cobb commissioner is holding a fundraising event Thursday at Bay Breeze Restaurant.

Kell, Sprayberry Win Region Basketball

The Sprayberry girls also have qualified for the state basketball tournament that begins Tuesday.

CFR's Oscar Party at Cobb Energy

The Feb. 24 event will benefit the Marietta non-profit's work assisting homeless families.

Birrell to Hold Town Hall Meeting

The District 3 Cobb Commissioner will update constituents on upcoming car tag tax changes on Tuesday.

Tritt Elementary Presents Oklahoma!

A preview performance has been scheduled for Feb. 21, along with a SPLOST informational meeting.

Lassiter Boys Win Lacrosse Scrimmage

Both Trojans varsity teams begin their seasons next week.

Local Bigfoot Sighting Legitimate? Maybe, Says Website

The credibility of a journal that published Bigfoot DNA findings has been called into question. But one website lists more than 100 Sasquatch stories from Georgia.

A Good Day to Die Hard, Trailer and Reviews

A Good Day to Die Hard....but not to go to the movies.

Golf-Friendly Cobb Homes

Each week we feature great homes for sale in and East Cobb and Northeast Cobb.

Cobb-Area Road Work This Weekend

Some lanes will be closed on I-285 between Powers Ferry Road and Ashford-Dunwoody Road.

Super-Gonorrhea? CDC Says Infection has Become Resistant to Antibiotics

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reminding lovers to proceed with caution and practice safe sex.

News Nearby: Oconee Suspected Meth House, Standoff Suspect Faces Charges, Movie Filming in Monroe

Here are headlines from around the region for Friday, Feb. 15, 2013.

Strange Chainsaw Incident, Stolen Clothes and Other Odd Tales

More of what police officers around Northeast Georgia were up against recently.

Last-Minute Gifts Not To Get for Valentine's Day

Here are 10 gifts to steer away from on February 14 -- courtesy of one Patch editor.

Valentine's Day Trivia Answers

Did you ace yesterday's quiz? Find out here!

State Of the Union Address 2013: Online News and Reviews (With Video)

President Obama made his address Tuesday. Share your reaction.

UGA Men's Swimming and Diving Team As You've Never Seen Them Before

Shake, baby, shake! How long can these guys hold their breath?

Kell, Sprayberry Girls Advance to State

Regional basketball tournament play is underway.

Valentine's Day Trivia Fun!

How knowledgeable are you about the holiday?

Too Much Coca-Cola = Death?

A coroner says the drink was a contributing factor in a woman's death.

Healthy Valentine's Day Treats for Kids

Stressing over what snacks to make for your kids that are low in sugar and high on nutrition? Here are a few tricks.

News Nearby: 10 Metro Area Officers Arrested for Protecting Drug Dealers

Here are headlines from around the region for Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013.

East Atlanta CEO Shares the Blueprint for Entrepreneurial Success

Kevin D. Johnson started his first businesses while a student at Morehouse College. Today, at 33, he runs a multi-million dollar media marketing and communications company.

Social Security: Falling Apart Faster Than Previously Thought

This past week, the Congressional Budget Office updated its annual projections on the health of Social Security - Spending to Double over Decade and Disability Claims Rising.

Northeast Cobb Food Scores, Jan. 25-Feb. 1

Take a look at the food scores for Northeast Cobb businesses, including: Yogli Mogli, Wing City, Wendy's, Place, Melody Lane and Hoboken Bread & Bagel Company.

Sprayberry Hosts Region 7-AAAAA Basketball

The Yellow Jackets and teams from Pope and Kell will be in action this week.

Sprayberry Athletes Sign College Scholarships

Yellow Jackets stars will be moving on to compete in football and soccer.

Recruiting for Medical Staffing Jobs

Applications will be taken Wednesday at the Georgia Department of Labor office in Cobb.

East Cobb Council PTA Scholarship Deadline Approaching

Students interested receiving one of six $1,000 grants need to apply by Feb. 25.

Top 10 Swim Finishes for Lassiter, Walton

The boys and the girls teams both were among the state's best at the Georgia High School Association finals this weekend.

Honors for Lassiter Band Director

Alfred Watkins has been named Most Admired Band Director by his peers.

'Side Effects' Defines Film Noir

There's a thriller on the loose and a chilling indictment of the nation's pharmaceutical industry.

NE Cobb Egg Drop Returns March 30

The fourth annual event will take place once again at Sprayberry High School.