Summer Shortages Leave MUST Food Pantry in Need

MUST Ministries is asking for food donations immediately to fill the pantry shelves for the thousands of people asking for emergency help.

Cowlicks Yogurt and Floats Team with Sue Rodman to Raise Awareness and Funds for Alzheimer's Disease

For some philanthropic fun, Cowlicks has partnered with popular family travel blogger Sue Rodman, of Field Trips with Sue, for their Famous Floats series to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.

Open Burning in Cobb Begins October 1

Public Information Release in regards to Buring Allowed October 1- April 30 in Cobb County

School's in Session: Easy kids' lunches and quick weeknight dinners from Taste of Home

School's in Session: Easy kids' lunches and quick weeknight dinners from Taste of Home

Gas South donates $1,000 to Cobb school

Gas South donates $1,000 to Cobb school Money to be used for bilingual technology

SaportaReport Adds New Local Columnist

Saba Long will join SaportaReport with a column focusing on issues facing metro Atlanta and highlighting local leaders.

Smyrna Vinings Townhome & Condo Market Holding Steady & Lookin’ Good

The increased activity seen this Spring in the Smyrna Vinings townhome and condo market has continued this Summer, with July reporting some very positive numbers.

Georgia is purple, not red, this presidential election

Georgia may become a battleground this election. However, this is a blip and not a long-term trend.

Firefighter Hero Kenneth Durdun is proud to make an impact on the community

The Smyrna Heroes Gala 9.8.12 celebrates Firefighter Kenneth Durdun and other local fire and police heroes.

Smyrna Teacher Sees World of Coca-Cola, Georgia Aquarium at Educator Open House

Campbell Middle School teacher Nneka Butler and her daughter Khyla visit the World of Coca-Cola for its annual Educator Open House Saturday, Aug. 25.

August's Featured Neighborhood: King Valley At Vinings

There are so many fantastic neighborhoods in South Cobb County I love to share. Check out King Valley at Vinings.

Letter to the Editor: A Look at America's Fire Crisis

New lightweight construction methods and materials are making it harder and more dangerous for firefighters to safely extinguish blazes and for occupants to escape safely

Obama is right: Government creates the jobs

Why Obama was right that government creates the jobs.

Meet Hero Brannon Whatley (SFD): "A career in the Fire Service is rewarding."

The Smyrna Heroes Gala celebrates Firefighter Brannon Whatley and all of our fire, police, and public safety heroes, with proceeds benefiting the Smyrna Public Safety Foundation.

PAWS Foundation Brings Science Enrichment to Teasley Elementary School

The Teasley PAWS Foundation, a charitable nonprofit organization founded to support Teasley,is funding a new science enrichment program at Teasley Elementary School.

Come Support Nickajack Elementary this Sunday!

Support Nickajack Elementary at an Open House Event this Sunday, August 19 in Vinings Estates. Bring a donation of school supplies for an extra chance to win concert tickets!

The problem with our country: A two-party system

We need reform to prevent the continuation of a two-party system TODAY through a constitutional amendment to fix our broken government and political system.

Paul Ryan – a nail in the Mitt Romney coffin

This is from the Allan Levene for Congress website, www.allanleveneforcongress.com. Although a Republican Congressional candidate, the choice of Paul Ryan will be a disaster for Mitt Romney.

Meet Corporal Anthony Montrose (Smyrna Police Department): "Smyrna suits me just fine."

Corporal Anthony Montrose is but one of Smyrna's fire, police, and public safety heroes celebrated at the Smyrna Heroes Gala 9.8.12 at historic Brawner Hall on Atlanta Road.

Fiscal conservativism that misleads: the hidden tax

Although our county and state lawmakers are convincing you they are saving you money on taxes, they are misleading you. If you have children, you are paying hidden taxes that you don't even realize.

The Fall Color Forecast! Hair Color that is.

Curious about what hair color will be popular this fall? Well, we already know and at Fantatstic Sams we will insure that your hair cut and color complements your eyes, complexion and face shape.

Does your dog have the Back to School Blues?

The kids aren't the only ones with the Back to School Blues! Your doggy might be suffering too! Here's how to tell and what to do about it.

Back to College Safety Tips for Students

Check out these great college safety tips!

Jitterbug Performing Arts

Sing, Dance, Create & Play

Popular Atlanta Comedians Coming to Smyrna for August 11 Benefit

The Laughing Skull Lounge, one of Atlanta's most popular comedy clubs, is bringing a comedy show to Smyrna on Saturday August 11 to benefit the Smyrna Academy of Excellence.

Smyrna market village

new restaurant still coming in market village?

The Gospel According to Plato, Our Olympian Ideals, ...and Cheddar Bay Biscuits! (à propos Chick-Fil-A)

Aristophanes teaches that the Gods created us man-man, woman-woman, and man-woman. Abrahamists are blocking the reunion of two of these. So let's eat at Red Lobster and the Olive Garden.

What's your favorite Smyrna-Vinings non-profit?

GreatNonprofits.org released its first ever list of top-rated charities near Smyrna-Vinings, which Patch.com readers can use to discover top volunteer, giving, and internship opportunities.

The Winners and the Losers of the T-Splost

Governor Deal has effectively killed the T-Splost and put transportation's future in his hands.

Meet Chad Almond, SPD 9-1-1 System Coordinator: "If I can't fix it, I make sure to get it fixed."

The Smyrna Heroes Gala introduces SPD 9-1-1 Systems Coordinator Chad Almond. Don't miss this year's Gala 9.8.12 at historic Brawner Hall!

Welcome, Arbor Terrace at West Cobb, our Newest Advertiser

Patch sales staff is excited to welcome, Arbor Terrace at West Cobb, to our local advertisers.

OPINION: No More Tax and Spend From Moderate Republican Leadership

Election day thoughts.

Common Complaints about T-Splost and Responses

We're just hours away from the first vote, so let's shed some light on the truth.

Thank you MATHNASIUM! The Math Learning Center, Located in West Village

Thank you to our family of local advertisers! Please support local business by shopping local everyday!

T-SPLOST detractors: Where were you the last five years?

For those saying there wasn't enough planning around the T-SPLOST: Where were you the last five years?

Staging Your Home to Sell

Easy, inexpensive tips on preparing your home for a better selling process.

How Are You Healing Today?

How we feel is a misleads many of us to believer we are healthy. Real health comes from how well the body is healing despite being bombarded with physical, chemical, and emotional stressors.

How to Make Your Home Sell

Is it better to invest in home improvement projects or add to your home's resale value by boosting curb appeal? It's a tough question, but here's a helpful answer.

Will South Cobb Get a New Charter School?

The Smyrna Academy of Excellence is applying to be a state chartered special school and is asking for the help and support of the community.

SPD Officer Chris Graeff: Helping Others in Need

The Smyrna Heroes Gala invites you to meet Hero Officer Chris Graeff (SPD). Support him and others at the Gala 9.8.12.