Stop-Arm Citations Surpass 2K Mark

The Cobb Board of Education was updated this week on a new measure designed to protect school bus riders.

Advance SPLOST Voting at Satellite Locations

Four additional locations will be open from Monday through Friday for the Cobb Education sales tax referendum.

Cobb Schools Earn 'Golden Radish' Award

The district was among 25 recognized at the state capitol this week for its efforts getting more local food in schools.

Pro-SPLOST Group Releases Video

The United 4 Kids Campaign also will produce commercials leading up to the March 19 education sales tax referendum.

Cobb Ed SPLOST Foes to Hold Rally

The Cobb Taxpayers Association is organizing Sunday's event at the Marietta Square.

VIDEO: Russell Elementary Celebrates Diversity, International Day

The Smyrna school held its first International Day Celebration Thursday, educating students about diversity and culture.

Celebrating the History of Smyrna's Brown Elementary

After being a part of the Smyrna community for more than 50 years, the school is closing its doors.

Students Helping Students: Make Prom Affordable for All [VIDEO]

This week's "Community Spotlight" is on a group of local students in Cobb County, who are making a difference by showing their "Strength in Stilettos."

Campbell Plays Host to French Visitors

The Smyrna school welcomed 22 exchange students from the Academy Nancy-Metz in Lorraine, France.

SPLOST Advance Voting Starts Today

In-person balloting on the Cobb school sales tax referendum is available at the main office; satellite voting starts March 11.

Campbell Headed to National Science Bowl Regionals

The regional competition is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 23, at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah.

UGA President-Elect Jere Morehead Names Libby Morris Interim Provost

Dr. Morris is a long-time UGA administrator and professor.

Photos: 6 Campbell Athletes Sign Letters of Intent

Six football players signed formal scholarship offers on Wednesday.

Share Your National Signing Day Photos

Upload an announcement or post photos on Smyrna-Vinings Patch.

Nominate Young Volunteers for Kohl's Scholarship

Nominations are accepted from Feb. 1 to March 15.

Campbell Wins Cobb Reading Bowl

The Smyrna students took home the first place trophy, and look ahead to regional competition.

10 Ways to Avoid a Packed Lunch Slump

Are your kids tired of the same old bagged lunches? Spice things up with homemade Lunchables and bento boxes.

The Weekender: Sip, Swirl and Twirl

Other weekend offerings include an art exhibit and free help for homeowners.

Community Spotlight: 5K Benefit Run for Injured High School Grad [VIDEO]

Join the Lassiter High School community this weekend to support an injured high school student.

Smyrna Students Vie in Cobb Reading Bowl

Smyrna schools will be among the 40 Cobb schools in Saturday's competition at McEachern.

Smyrna Teacher Recognized Nationally

Robin Kish of St. Benedict's Episcopal Day School was named Outstanding Jump Rope for Heart Coordinator of the Year by the American Heart Association.

Cobb Schools Reinforce Security Plans

Law enforcement agencies are assisting with patrols in the aftermath of the Connecticut school shootings.

Cobb Students Improve Writing Scores

Every traditional high school had 90 percent or more of students passing the 2012 Georgia High School Writing Test.

Cobb Schools Appoint Acting Academic Chief

The Cobb school board also appointed two elementary school principals this week.

School SPLOST Vote Set for March 2013

The Cobb Board of Education approved a resolution Wednesday, but heard a strong dose of anti-tax sentiment.

New School Board Member Elected

About 60 percent of voters sided with Republican and political novice Brad Wheeler Tuesday over incumbent Democrat Alison Bartlett.

Cobb School Board Approves Calendar

By a 4-2 vote, the board adopted Superintendent Michael Hinojosa's recommendation to begin the 2013-14 school year on Aug. 7.

Cobb School Calendar Vote Scheduled

A member of a special calendar committee is upset with Superintendent Hinojosa's recommendation for the 2013-14 school year.

Cobb School Bus Stop Arm Initiative

Take a closer look at the School Bus Stop Law, the penalties for violating it, statistics on drivers illegally passing school buses and how the CrossingGuard school bus stop arm safety solutions work.

Smyrna Kids Win Math Competition

Twelve local kids were announced as the winners of Mathnasium's annual TriMathlon math competition.

Cobb Teacher Charged with Battery

Sara Katherine Johnson was arrested this week for misdemeanor simple battery involving a student.

Charter Schools: The Referendum, The Impact, The Ballot

Cholesterol Screening

Are You Getting Enough D?

Pneumonia Prevention

PSA Screening

History of the Taylor Brawner House

Whitefield Academy Parent Information Coffee

Finding Center: An Interactive Evening of Relaxation

Smyrna Academy of Excellence Community Info Session