What Mableton Rocks - Means to me...

Unpolished.. raw.. my thoughts and inspiration for Mableton Rocks! Sat Sept 29th at MHBA - see you there! 8 bands 3pm-10pm $20 donation at gate

Military Affairs updates. Col Mark Gardner speaks.

Airlift logistics no majical wand for success.

Are You Paying Attention?

David Staples is running for the Public Service Commission in Georgia. This is his first post on Patch and will be introducing readers to the issues and topics related to the PSC.

Neighborhood Summit 2012

The Neighborhood Summit is an annual event to bring communities together to share ideas and expertise.

All's Fair in day or night.

Sunday Night and the fair grounds were pretty well crowded.. Be sure to check daily specials on tickets

Won't Back Down, parents, children, and schools working together

We Thrive on the drive is an advocacy group that promotes positive events, meetings in the Southwest Cobb area. Six Flags Drive is located in Austell, Ga. The main exit from I-20 is Six Flags Drive.

Misleading Forums and Mistrust of Parent Boards Rampant In Anti Charter School Propaganda

Self interest groups and inaccurate legislator interpretations muddle understanding and purpose of the charter school referendum that's on the November ballot. Children's learning is at stake.

Improving Education Is Truly A Bi-partisan Issue

Republican Speaker Pro Tem Jan Jones and Alisha Thomas Morgan, a leading Democratic voice in the House on education, co-authored an column on the bipartisan effort to improve education in Georgia.

NW Metro Atlanta Habitat Veterans Build Receives Donation!

Call2Recycle® partners with NW Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity to help build a house for a disabled veteran!

Law Enforcement recognition in South Cobb

South Cobb Business association took time to celebrate with Law enforcement

Mableton Housing Market Holdin’ Steady & Lookin’ Up

Check out the latest numbers for the Mableton housing market.

Yogurt by any other name!!

Yogurt and all sorts of toppings.

Cobb Business Associations Let the Good Times (and Bowling Balls) Roll

Bowling for fun and looking to join a league.

Chase away your blues. Open House at new member of WCBA

Local bankers looking for renewed INTEREST in the banking world.

Open House Event this Weekend!

Come out & get your real estate questions answered at any one of 4 great homes open this Sunday. Plus, we’re giving away concert tickets! So be sure to stop by and enter the drawing!

Miles for Mammogram Fundraiser to support Cobb WellStar

The East-West Church is hosting a Walk/Run/Cyclling & Motorcycle Ride on October 6 to fund mammograms through Cobb WellStar for those in our area who cannot afford them.

July Numbers Are In: Single Family Home Sales in Smyrna Vinings

A recap of the latest numbers locally and regionally for single family home sales.

Rep. Wilkerson Hosts Education Forum Sept. 20

State Rep. David Wilkerson invites everyone to attend an education forum on Sep. 20th at Trinity Tabernacle Baptist Church in Mableton. Constitutional amendment on the Nov ballot will be discussed.

T Splost AfterGlow

continuing transportation discussion

Confidential advice is what you need? Then blunt real life advice is what you get!

LETS' KEEP REALITY AT FRONT STREET AND FANTASY AT BACK STREET!

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.

The Value of Choice

One of the best scenes in American cinematography comes from...

Who is Responsible for Improving the Public Schools in South Cobb?

The Cobb County School District often boasts above average state and national test scores. However, a closer look shows many South Cobb schools can't claitm that same bragging right. Why not?

Austell's 6th Annual Concert in the Park and 1st Cruise in the Park - Sat., Sept. 15th

Austell's 6th Annual Concert in the Park and 1st Cruise in the Park - Sat., Sept. 15th!

Labor Day Tips from the U.S. Labor Secretary

On Labor Day 2012 and every day, one of Secretary Hilda Solis' top priorities is to help those looking for work get the training they need for good-paying jobs.

BLUE SKIES NOTHING BUT BLUE SKIES FROM NOW ON

Childhood cancer and what it does to families.

Like Sands Through the Hour Glass

Dr. Michael Stovall offers simple principles for making the most of your time each day.

News from Survivors Outreach

July Newsletter.

New Center to Help Seniors With Care

The new Cobb Senior Wellness Center will be opening to the public Wednesday, Aug. 29. The new center in Marietta will include numerous features, including a senior community clinic.

August's Featured Neighborhood: King Valley At Vinings

There are so many great neighborhoods around South Cobb County that I love to share. Check out King Valley at Vinings. It's a great one!

District 4...You Did it!!!

Lisa Cupid, Cobb County Commissioner-elect of District 4, thanks readers for their support.

Moral Leadership - Try it you'll like it.

Leading from a position of moral authority vs positional authority - what's the difference?

Tips For Parents Returning Back to Work

No matter the reason, juggling parenthood while reentering the workforce can be quite the challenge. Here are some survival tips for the savvy parent, courtesy of The Goddard School.

MAPSCC/MABLETON,AUSTELL,POWDER SPRINGS COMMUNITY COALITION

COMMUNITY EDITORIAL OF MAPSCC COMMUNITY COLLABORATORS COMMENTARY OF GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS,ADVOCATES,ACTIVIST,AND VOLUNTEER LEADERS.

The Future of South Cobb Rests with All of Us

Lisa Cupid, runoff candidate for County Commissioner, asserts that South Cobb's progression will be the result of collective, not individual, effort.

Less than 24 hours until a decision is made

Electronic grass roots for election and lets hope the good lord it works.

State Representative Wilkerson encourages voters to return to polls on August 21

State Representative Wilkerson encourages voters to return to polls for runoff on August 21.

Whitefield Academy Kicks Off Football Season on Aug. 31

Whitefield Academy 2012 Football Season!

Banks and Shane Celebrate 40 Years Together

Banks and Shane blow the top off with 200 minutes of fantastic music and strolls down memory lanes.

It's Party Time, Well, Almost

Politics as usual and that just isn't good, at least not for the voters.