New Process Slows Election Results

Cobb election officials were about 90 minutes slower getting results out last night, compared to the SPLOST vote in March 2011.

Dads Take Daughters to Vote For First Time

Other South Cobb voters explain why it is important to vote, even in primaries.

Austell, Mableton Say Yes to Sunday Alcohol Sales

Voters in South Cobb voted for Sunday alcohol sales, but not everyone was in favor of the measure.

Austell Residents Vote on Sunday Alcohol Sales

We'll have updates throughout the night for the presidential primary and Sunday alcohol sales referendum for the City of Austell and unincorporated Cobb areas of Mableton and Austell.

What You Need to Know for Super Tuesday in South Cobb

Find out your voting precinct and check back as we track results live here at South Cobb Patch.

Mableton Company Cited for Storing Garbage-Filled Trucks on Premises

Cobb County Code Enforcement cited a company near the Bankhead C & D Transfer Station for storage of garbage-filled trucks.

Letter to the Editor: Ga. Senate to Commit Act of Bullying Against Immigrant Youth

Jerry Gonzalez, executive director of Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials, says the state Senate should reject a ban of access to higher education for undocumented students.

Ott, Wilkerson to Host Upcoming Town Hall Meetings

Each will host a separate town hall meeting in South Cobb.

Gingrich Tells Cobb Chamber 'Let's go back to 1998'

Gingrich said that if elected President he would draw on methods he used as House Speaker in the late-1990s to lead the country.

Commissioners Approve New Redistricting Map That Keeps Most of Mableton in District 4

South Cobb Commissioner Woody Thompson is not completely satisfied with the new map.

Booze Bandwagon Rolls onto County Ballot

Cobb County voters, including those in Vinings, decide whether to expand Sunday sales in the March 6 election next Tuesday. But neighbors’ Sunday experiences since November should dampen expectations for a surge in Cobb County alcohol sales.

Saturday Voting Available Feb. 25

Cobb residents can vote early this Saturday.

Secretary of State: GA Progressing as Primary Battleground

In Powder Springs on Wednesday, Brian Kemp said switching the responsibility of naming the voting date to his office from the legislature has furthered the state's relevancy in choosing a party candidate.

Do You Support the Anti-Vasectomy Act?

Author of the bill says "Thousands of children are deprived of birth in this state every year because of the lack of state regulation over vasectomies."

Jerkins: Austell struggling, but no layoffs expected

Austell Mayor Joe Jerkins said the county's smallest city is still struggling to recover after the September 2009 floods.

Austell Mayor to Deliver 'State of the City' Address

Today, Austell Mayor Joe Jerkins will deliver his "State of the City" address at the Austell Business Association meeting.

Poll: Should Cobb Ban Smoking at Parks and Facilities?

Cast your vote, then tell us why you feel that way in the comments.

Wilkerson Opposes Constitutional Amendment That Allows State to Create Charter Schools

Rep. David Wilkerson is publicly announcing his opposition to the controversial resolution.

Cobb DOT Voucher Program for Disabled Residents

Laraine A. Vance, transportation planning manager: “Our plan is to initially target individuals who lost their paratransit services as a result of recent service cuts to provide assistance with securing alternative transportation options.”

Former Deputy Chief to Chairman: Cobb Police Leaving for Other Jobs

There is a “great police department here (in Cobb), but we do have some problems,” Bill Mull said at Tim Lee's town hall meeting on Monday.

Public Hearing for Mableton Waste Transfer Station Postponed Until April

Until a study can determine the station's potential hazardous effects on air navigation, the waste transfer station's permit application is put on hold.

Nominate Local Champions of Open, Transparent Government

We're looking for the people who hold government officials accountable and champion transparent, accessible government.

Advance Voting Continues Through March 2

Those going to the polls will vote in the presidential primary, and for most in Cobb, Sunday alcohol.

Thompson Supports Code Changes that Boost Redevelopment

East Cobb Commissioner Bob Ott proposed changing the county's development measures to include redevelopment.

County Commissioners to Discuss New District Map Which Keeps Mableton Whole

South Cobb Commissioner Woody Thompson has tweaked a redistricting map, which would split Mableton in two, to keep the town whole.

Austell Approves New Commercial Recycling Center

The facility, located on Flint Hill Road, will not accept recycling from individuals.

Monday is Last Day to Register to Vote

Make sure to get your voter registration applications in today.

LCI Proposal Includes Mixed-Use Town Center, Grocery Store for Six Flags Area

The results of the area's LCI study includes senior housing, removal of dilapidated apartment complexes and more sidewalks.

Congressman Scott Nominates Three Mableton Students to Military Academies

Three Mableton residents were among the 23 nominees who will be honored in a ceremony today.

Mableton Residents Fight to Keep Trash Out of Their Community

Mableton residents are fighting to keep a construction and debris transfer station from accepting solid waste just 1,000 feet from their homes.

Last Week to Register to Vote in Cobb

The deadline is Monday for the Georgia presidential primary and the Sunday alcohol sales referendum.

Morgan Files Constitutional Amendment for State Charter School Commission

Rep. Alisha Morgan (D-Austell) is one of the legislators pushing for a constitutional amendment that would give the state power to create charter schools.

Cobb EDGE Plan Opposition Increases

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."

Voter Registration Deadline is Feb. 6

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

'State of the City' Postponed; Clean Water Practices Discussed

Because Austell Mayor Joe Jerkins was unable to deliver his address, Austell businesses learned ways to keep water sources free from contaminants.

South Cobb Representatives Want Reform

Whether it's reform of the criminal justice system, the sales tax collection process or of the process of educating undocumented students, South Cobb representatives want reform this legislative session.

South Cobb State Reps to Hold Town Hall Meeting Thursday

State Reps. Alisha Morgan and David Wilkerson will discuss issues of the 2012 legislative session and answer questions from constituents.

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.

Hearing Held on Transportation Study

The county commissioners meet at 9 a.m. on the second floor of the government complex at 100 Cherokee Street.

Redevelopment Authority Takes Steps to Bring Businesses, Opportunities to South Cobb

One governing body dedicated to the improvement of South Cobb has held three meetings since October 2011.