Feb. 6 Is Deadline to Register for Georgia Primary

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Smyrna's Britton Takes Reins as Cobb Chamber Chairman

A peek at Smyrna-Vinings news you can use to begin the week.

What is Relationship between County and Chamber of Commerce?

In a letter to the editor, the Vinings resident writes, "At some point, Cobb taxpayers must demand some transparency, accountability, and fiscal restraint."

Lee Continues TSPLOST Charge

The Cobb Commission Chairman said Wednesday "the ball's in the state's court" regarding legislation to add I-75/575 toll lane project to July referendum.

Smyrna Finance Director: City Operating Efficiently

“I think the employees need to have a comfort level to know that their elected officials have their best interest at heart.’’ - Smyrna Mayor Max Bacon

Cobb Officials Want TSPLOST for Toll Lanes

Commission chairman Tim Lee desires to drop transit from the county's project list for I-75/I-575 congestion relief.

Voter Registration Deadline Is Feb. 6

Here is what you need to know about casting your ballot in Georgia's presidential primary.

Campbell Road Bridge Opening Delayed

Closed six months, the bridge will not be ready for traffic until sometime next month; plus more local news briefs.

Opposition Increases Concerning Cobb EDGE Plan

The five-year EDGE project is designed to address job creation, entrepreneurship, cultivating community and "a sense of place" as well as marketing Cobb County and "projecting a positive image."

GOP Debate Coming to Cobb Energy?

President Barack Obama readies for Tuesday's State of the Union; Gingrich and GOP candidates could be destined for Super Tuesday Republican Presidential Debate at CEPAC.

Smyrna roads welcome new and completed projects

Yes! The Campbell Road Bridge is going to be passable again.

Sifen: Taxpayers would pay reasonable cost for traffic congestion relief

The Vinings writer reveals the answers of his own Cobb-focused TSPLOST survey where he says the real issues were defined.

Stoner wants citizens to better know how taxes are spent

Sen. Doug Stoner's Thursday evening town hall meeting leads this compilation of Smyrna-Vinings news you can use.

Cobb Schools May Cut 350 Teaching Jobs to Reduce 2013 Deficit

A look around at Smyrna-Vinings school news you can use.

Price on SOPA: 'There is real confusion about it'

Vinings-area congressman says that controversial anti-piracy legislation is causing "confusion" for small businesses and entrepreneurs.

Smyrna Councilwoman: 'Critical' to do Jonquil Village right

The Smyrna city council on Tuesday night tabled the public hearing on the Jonquil Village development site plan and zoning conditions until next month.

Poll: Do You Support the Stop Online Piracy Act?

Various websites are blacking out today to protest the Stop Online Piracy Act.

Balanced Calendar Back on Agenda

At Wednesday's work session, David Banks will propose moving up the start dates for the 2012-13 school year.

New Kroger, Campbell Road Bridge Slated to Open Next Week

A look at the progress of construction projects across Smyrna.

UPDATE: Resident - 'What is going to become of Smyrna Heights?'

A concerned Jonquil City citizen opines about her neighborhood and city and what can be done to improve them.

Smyrna-Vinings News You Can Use

Smyrna city council meets Tuesday; Cobb Chamber of Commerce still accepting nominations for Cobb's Top 25 Small Businesses of the Year.

Sen. Stoner to host town hall in Smyrna

The Smyrna state senator will conduct a discussion of the issues being addressed by the current Georgia General Assembly.

Sweeney elected Cobb BOE Chairman, Morgan as Vice Chairman

On Wednesday, Smyrna’s Tim Stultz nominated 2011 Vice Chairman Sweeney of East Cobb to be the next chairman of the Cobb school board.

Jonquil Village Hearing to be Tabled

Several insiders have questioned whether the underground parking and apartments will remain once the final plans are approved for the Smyrna development project.

Leithead: Government Distrust Regarding Transportation is Magnified in Atlanta

Atlanta Regional Commission Chairman Tad Leithead told the Smyrna Rotary Club Tuesday that passage of July's Regional Transportation Referendum is crucial to future growth in metro Atlanta.

District 6 Candidates Raise Campaign Funds

Republicans Hill and Belinfante both top $129K in contributions raised through the end of 2011.

Lee Defends Record as Cobb Chair

His State of the County address says the tough decisions of 2011 have Cobb in a good place in 2012.

Cobb Commissioners to Vote on Smyrna Traffic Signal

If approved, construction of the signal at the intersection of the East-West Connector and Gaylor Street could begin this month.

A Change of Smyrna's Mayor Pro Tem

The Smyrna mayor and city council left town Friday for a retreat to discuss future goals for the city.

Are one-way pairs best for Vinings?

Cobb's Community Development Planning Division proposes one-way pairs on Paces Ferry and New Paces Ferry roads to help relieve Village gridlock.

Atlanta Road Included in Proposed County Land Plan Changes

The first of two January hearings is tonight as the county makes its annual revisions to the Comprehensive Plan.

Just 10 Bucks Can Save a Life

Friends of Shelter Animals for Cobb County has the opportunity to save many dog and cat lives, but needs your help.

Here's a Look at GOP Field in Senate District 6 Race

Campaign announcement stories from Smyrna-Vinings Patch.

Update on Smyrna Construction Projects

A look around at Jonquil City news you can use including upcoming neighborhood meetings.

Smyrna Mayor and Council Sworn In

“I’m very proud and honored and very humbled to return as mayor. I look forward to this new council moving forward as the old council did so much to make our city a better city." - Mayor Max Bacon

Water Rates Increase in Cobb

You're paying 6 percent more for water and 2 percent more for sewer service as of Sunday.

Smyrna's Biodiesel Production Program Makes National Headlines

The city administrator appeared on CNN recently to chat up the Jonquil City's efforts at increasing its energy efficiency.

Public Hearing Set For Jonquil Village Project

The Vinings Business Association will name its 2011 VBA Business of the Year winner on Tuesday.

E-Verify This in Your Road Cart

The new year brings new laws on immigration, cellphone fees and the rules of the road.

New Smyrna City Council Members To Be Sworn In Tuesday

Mayor Max Bacon and all seven council members will take their oaths of office during the first city council meeting of 2012.