Smyrna-Vinings-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Cobb County Government: Cobb's COVID Call Center To End Four-Month Run

Cobb's COVID and Assistance Call Center to End Four Month Run Center operations could resume if COVID and rental assistance cases spike

Cobb County Government: Public Health Issues Statement On School Health Protocols

Statement regarding schools and their COVID-19 policies and quarantine protocol

Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Smyrna, Vinings: See The List

Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.

Hospital Capacity In Smyrna-Vinings Area: Update

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Cobb County.

Cobb County School District : Update To Cobb Schools Public Health Protocols 2021-2022, Smyrna-Vinings

It recognizes the importance of in-person learning and of working with the Cobb & Douglas Public Health Department.

Smyrna Rep Asks Cobb Schools For Answers On Attendance Options

State Rep. Erick Allen asked the school board and superintendent why attendance choice will not be reopened amid rising COVID-19 cases.

Cobb County School District : Cobb Welcomes Students On First Day, Smyrna-Vinings

On August 2, hundreds of yellow buses rolled out to pick up Cobb students for the first day of school in Georgia's second-largest district.

Cobb County Government: Public Health Reports Rapid Rise In COVID-19 Cases, Smyrna-Vinings

Cobb and Douglas Public Health officials report a rapid rise in COVID-19 cases as the "delta variant" rolls through the population.

Mayor Derek Norton Wins 2020 Smyrna Citizen Of The Year

The 2020 Citizen of the Year awards were delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cobb County Government: Public Health Reports Rapid Rise In COVID-19 Cases (VIDEO)

Cobb and Douglas Public Health officials report a rapid rise in COVID-19 cases as the "delta variant" rolls through the population, prim ...

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Cobb County

Many in the Smyrna-Vinings area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

More Rent Help Available In Cobb, For Non-COVID-Related Hardships

Cobb County is working with U.S. Housing and Urban Development to provide rental assistance, but not based on COVID-19-related hardships.

These Smyrna-Vinings Area Restaurants Got Revitalization Funds

Smyrna-Vinings area restaurants were helped by a federal program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.

Back To School: Cobb County Schools 2021-22 School Calendar

Parents in Cobb County can mark the first day of school coming next week.

Georgia Highlands College: Three Generations Of Graduates Call GHC Home

Three generations of graduates call GHC home

Cobb County Government: Cobb's Board Adopts FY22 Budget And Current Year Millage Rate

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners adopted the $496M FY2022 budget as well as the FY21 Millage Rate during their meeting on July 27t ...

Blood Donors Needed In Smyrna-Vinings Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

All types of donations are needed, especially type O.

Georgia Highlands College: More To The Game: Student-Athletes Honored With National Academic Awards

Sixteen of Georgia Highlands College's (GHC) student-athletes were recently recognized for their work in the classroom in addition to th ...

8 Cobb County Kroger Stores Offering Rides For COVID Vaccinations

Eight Kroger stores in Cobb County have teamed up with Lyft to provide rides to COVID-19 vaccine appointments.

Cobb County Government: Cobb CDBG Offers More Rental Assistance Programs

Cobb County's Community Development Block Grant office has access to more rental relief grants. Unlike other programs that the county ha ...

Cobb County Government: White House Evictions Hearing Recognizes Cobb's Magistrate Court

The White House highlighted Cobb County's efforts to avoid an eviction crisis in this county during a live webinar held last week. Cobb ...

1 Killed In Early Morning Crash On I-285: Cobb Police

One person died in a car wreck on Interstate 285 at Cobb Parkway that stopped traffic for at least four hours early Friday morning.

Georgia Highlands College: Community Partnership Supports 15 Years Of Foundation Camp

For over a decade, Georgia Highlands College (GHC) and the 100 Black Men of Rome-Northwest Georgia have worked together to bring Foundat ...

Georgia Highlands College: Foundation Camp Creates Memories Through New Experiences

At this month's Georgia Highlands College (GHC) Foundation Camp, groups of boys ages 10 to 12 were able to experience new adventures on ...

New Hotel, More Apartments, COVID-19 Money: Smyrna City Council

Nearly $4 million in federal COVID-19 relief money was approved by council Monday, as well as a Hilton hotel and apartment complex.

Georgia Highlands College: GHC Students Mentor Youth During Foundation Camp

During this year's Foundation Camp at Georgia Highlands College (GHC), student counselors were given an opportunity to help enrich the l ...

Georgia Highlands College: GHC Foundation Camp Combines Fun, Science And Character Building

The young attendees to Georgia Highlands College's (GHC) Foundation Camp enjoyed fun in the sun the past two weeks through activities su ...

Which Smyrna-Vinings Businesses Got PPP Loans

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 416,058 Georgia businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Smyrna-Vinings.

Man Escaped Medical Facility, Mattie's Call Issued In GA

Carter Jackson escaped from medical personnel in Smyrna Saturday while being escorted to a facility for mental health treatment.

Man Stabbed To Death In Smyrna Apartment: Cobb Police

The Cobb County Police Department is investigating a homicide that happened over the weekend at a Smyrna apartment, which left one man dead.

Georgia Highlands College: GHC Holds Second Highest Economic Impact Among State Colleges In Georgia

In a report showing that the University System of Georgia (USG) state economic impact grew to $18.6 billion, Georgia Highlands College ( ...

Cobb's E911 Emergency Dept. Attains Accreditation For The 7th Time

Cobb County E911 Director Melissa Alterio is proud to announce that the Cobb County E911 Emergency Department has successfully attained ...

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Smyrna-Vinings Area

Blood platelet and type O donations are in high demand.

Cobb County Government: Career Fair And Tenant Forum

Presented by District 4 Commissioner Monique Sheffield & Cobb WorkSource Georgia. COBB COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING ACADEMY 2435 East ...

Cobb County Government: Polls Open Tuesday For House District 34 Runoff

Polls will open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 13 for the House District 34 Special Election runoff. This election only encompas ...

Georgia Highlands College: More Days Added: Extended Hours For Upcoming GHC Application Events

More chances to visit and apply in person at Georgia Highlands College are made possible with extended hours for application event days ...

Unemployment Rate Steady In Smyrna-Vinings Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Cobb County hasn't had a month-to-month change.

Watch Movies Outdoors This Weekend In Cobb County

Register to watch "How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World" and/or "The Sandlot" outdoors this Friday and Saturday in Cobb County.

Georgia Highlands College: Undergrad Research Opportunities Give GHC Students Hands-On Training In STEM Fields

Taking a biology course at Georgia Highlands College (GHC) is more than textbooks and labs. Through a partnership with The Margaret and ...