Lassiter to Hold College Fair

East Cobb high school students can meet with college representatives at Tuesday's event.

Funeral Set for Man Killed In Bicycle Accident

Timothy Austin, who died while riding on Bells Ferry Road this week, will be laid to rest on Saturday in Marietta.

Would You Like to See Changes to the Current Electoral Vote System?

Some Republicans want electoral votes to be allocated by congressional districts.

News Nearby: Terms of DeKalb School Superintendent's Departure Voted on Today

Here are headlines from around the region for Friday, Feb. 8, 2013.

Where Have all the Brand Mascots Gone? Spuds, Cap'n Crunch, Mr. Peanut?

Instead of being cool, brand mascots are so yesterday, according to a report from DailyFinance.

H&R Block Filing Simple Tax Forms for Free

H&R Block has a special offer for filing your federal 1040EZ Form, but the offer does not include filing state returns.

News Nearby: Tucker Store Owner Robbed, Beaten With Sledgehammer

Here are headlines from around the region for Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013.

Police ID Cyclist Killed on Bells Ferry

Although the accident is still under investigation, charges aren't expected to be filed.

Lassiter National Signing Day Photos

Several Trojan athletes formally accepted college scholarship offers Wednesday.

Kell Band Holds Bingo Fundraiser

Proceeds from the March 2 event will go toward the purchase of new uniforms.

Cyclist Killed on Bells Ferry Road

The accident at Wentworth Drive shut down northbound lanes of Bells Ferry Wednesday afternoon.

Scammers Want Your Tax Return

Read tips on how to protect yourself.

When is Mardi Gras 2013?

The annual celebration occurs each year on the Tuesday before Lent season begins, this year it's Feb. 12.

A New Wrinkle for Monopoly Fans--The Iron is Leaving the Game Board

The manufacturer is doing away with the 78-year-old game piece.

Signing Day in Cobb is Underway

See where the county's top athletes are headed to continue their college careers.

Submit Your Signing Day Photos!

No matter where you favorite local high school athlete is going to college, we'd love for you to share their big day.

Waffle House to Host Romantic Valentine's Day Dinner

Your favorite 24-hour waffle eatery is hosting a very special Valentine's Day dinner at select locations.

Projects That Add the Most Value to Your Home

Patch's real estate columnist discusses how to get more money for your home.

News Nearby: Father Delivers Baby at Shell Gas Station with Help of E911

Here are headlines from around the region for Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013.

Blame It on the Aliens: Man Says Extraterrestrial Beings Transported Him From Scene of Car Wreck

Here's what police officers around Northeast Georgia were up against recently.

St. Andrew Youth Fundraiser Scheduled

The Feb. 24 event includes a silent auction and a bake sale.

Check out Pinterest for Valentine's Day Crafts and Recipes

Looking for inspiration this Valentine's Day? Check out some of the cool recipes and crafts posted on Pinterest.

Mt. Bethel Students Start Anti-Hunger Drive

The East Cobb Christian school set a goal of packing 100,000 meals in its "You Fed Me" initiative on Friday.

Celebrate Black History Month in Cobb

Library branches in West Cobb, East Cobb, Marietta and South Cobb have a number of free events planned for the public.

'Two-Fur-One' Adoptions at Good Mews

The East Cobb shelter has specials on pairs of cats in celebration of Valentine's Day.

Cobb Food Scores: Planet Sub Gets an A

Here are the Cobb food scores for Jan. 14 through Jan. 18.

Slow Cooker Recipe: Southwest Pork Chops

Take a look at this slow cooker recipe for Southwest Pork Chops, and share your recipes with us.

Photo of the Day: Foggy Smyrna

Check out today's featured photo and upload your pictures and video clips now for a chance to win!

2 Teens Die in Northeast Cobb Crash

Speeding is believed to be involved in an overnight accident at Sandy Plains Road and Kinjac Drive.

Gen. Lee Renders His Verdict

Groundhog Beauregard Lee, "Georgia's Own Weather Prognosticator," sees his shadow: get ready for six more weeks of winter.

Postmortem Romance is Cold in 'Warm Bodies'

The latest zombie movie out shows you that you don't have to have a pulse to fall in love

Cobb Fire Department to Donate Engine

A surplus vehicle will be delivered to a New York volunteer firefighting agency that lost a truck in Hurricane Sandy.

Northeast Cobb Homes For Sale

A selection of homes for sale with public viewings this weekend.

Mountain View Teacher Honored by Peers

Stacy Osborne Duffy has been named the Elementary Science Teacher of the Year by the Georgia Science Teachers Association.

Losing Weight--What's Myth and What's Real?

What you've always heard about weight loss may not be right.

Georgia Tornadoes Cause $75 Million in Damage

Nearly 500 homes and commercial properties in Bartow County were damaged as a result of the EF-3 that ripped through Adairsville and continued to Gordon County.

Labrador Retriever Remains America's Top Dog — Is it Your Favorite Breed?

For the 22nd consecutive year, the Labrador retriever was ranked America’s favorite breed of dog by the American Kennel Club.

News Nearby: New Krystal Corporate Headquarters Moves Here

Here's headlines from around the region for Friday, Feb. 1, 2013.

ASO Musicians to Visit Lassiter

The long-promised joint performance has been scheduled for Feb. 19 and will include students from Walton High School.

Not Just a Sweet Kitty Cat: Study Finds Cats Are "Natural Born Killer"

Mice, chipmunks and birds fall prey to furry felines - and not just feral cats. Domestics can be just as lethal.