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Longhorns get big test with Houston County

Friday’s first-round Class AAAAAA playoff matchup will pit Kell’s depth against Houston County’s star quality. The Bears (5-5) feature Colorado State-committed running back Austin Stinson, who has rushed for 1,727 yards and 24 touchdowns, and highly recruited wide receiver Jeffery Thomas, who has 979 yards and 10 touchdowns on 72 receptions. “They have a really special running back and a big offensive line,” said Kell coach Bobby May. “For us, we need to stop their best players and take away what they do best. There are still some other players who can make plays, but we feel like if we can make them get to their third option, we’ll feel really confident.” The Longhorns (8-2) counter with Georgia Tech commit Moonie Gipson at running back, who is nearing 100% after rehabbing the ankle injury he suffered in last season's playoffs. Gipson has 612 yards and 11 touchdowns, but the Longhorns also have two other ballcarriers with more than 400 yards rushing this season. Senior wide receiver Brock Burrus has committed to West Virginia and has a 1,000-yard season, but junior quarterback Boston Pierce, Cobb County's leading passer, has completed passes to 10 different receivers. Burrus averages 27.5 yards a reception

Houston County, GA · 21h

CBS News Atlanta

Frost advisory and freeze warning issued for metro Atlanta

Some of the coldest air of the season is moving into North Georgia ahead of the weekend, and the National Weather Service has already issued advisories and warnings so people will be prepared.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area, GA · 4h

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Best Thanksgiving weekend events in Atlanta this year

This year Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, and Atlanta is giving families plenty of reasons to get out of the house once the dishes are done. From a sunrise race downtown to a two-night music celebration hosted by D-Nice, the long holiday weekend offers ways to move, laugh, dance and make memories across the metro area.

Marietta Daily Journal

Residents rally against proposed hotel near Kennestone Hospital

MARIETTA — Area residents gathered Tuesday night to express their concerns over a proposed hotel development near Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center. About 60 residents showed up to the town hall at Christ the Redeemer Church, the vast majority of whom were opposed to the development mainly because of concerns it would substantially increase traffic. Applicant Skyline Stay properties was represented by attorney Parks Huff. Real estate broker Bob Terrell was also present. Huff presented the hotel’s layout and amenities, and said there is a need for another hotel in Marietta because the Hilton on Powder Springs Street is 30 years old, and it is “silly” to not have a hotel in close proximity to Kennestone. The proposal was first made in August 2026. A residential/medical office development on the same site was previously denied in May 2022, largely due to strong neighborhood opposition over traffic concerns. Retired neighborhood resident Ron Mercure said the neighborhood was “tired of fighting this” and had just gone through something similar. The proposed six-story hotel complex on North Avenue is planned to have 143 guest rooms, a banquet hall, rooftop restaurant, coffee shop and grocery market. The 2.5-acre site is composed of 16 properties

Marietta, GA · 2d

Marietta Daily Journal

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Mableton approves installment plan for homeowners struggling to pay new tax

MABLETON — Eligible Mableton homeowners facing financial hardship can pay the city's new public safety tax in installments rather than pay the full amount. The program does not waive tax payment or create exemptions, but allows participants to pay in monthly installments through April 5, 2027, alongside any accrued interest, instead of the Dec. 4 due date. The Mableton City Council passed the installment plan Tuesday in a 6-0 vote with Councilman Ron Davis absent. The council created the tax, set at 4.5 mills, a number used to calculate property taxes, to pay for public safety in the city, including payments to Cobb County for police services, two one-year agreements totaling $22.5 million. The city is also using the fund to establish its own police department by June 1. Mayor Michael Owens said the program was developed after the city heard citizens' calls for relief. "The bottom line is this hardship relief program was created because of a need that we know citizens have," he said. The city is unable to waive interest payments because it is mandated by the state. According to Finance Director Karen Ellis, the interest on the deferred payments is 10%. The program is open to

Mableton, GA · 2d

USA TODAY

Water releases planned as drought conditions continue in metro Atlanta

Colder temperatures are here in Georgia, and while many might welcome the change from steamy summer days to chilly winter mornings, what the Southeast really needs is rain. The state of Georgia has been under drought conditions this year, despite some smaller periods of heavy rainfall, and it has caused the water levels in the state's reservoirs to drop significantly. Atlanta has received 35.3 inches of rain so far this year, down significantly from the 30-year average, according to the National Weather Service. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division declared a statewide drought response level 1 in April, meaning utilities were required to warn residents about the impacts of drought and ways to mitigate them. Now, state officials are taking the next step to keep Atlanta's water system moving. Army Corps to limit reservoir releases The Army Corps of Engineers manages and operates Buford Dam , the dam at the southern end of Lake Lanier, a massive reservoir about an hour north of Atlanta. The Dam and lake are fed by the Chattahoochee River, and the river continues to flow on the south side of the dam all the way down to Florida. When water levels are low in the reservoir,

Atlanta, GA · 7h

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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CFP chairman reveals why Georgia is No. 1 in rankings

CFP Chairman Hunter Yurachek was effusive in his praise of Georgia and how its dominant 42-7 win over Ole Miss factored into No. 1 ranking.

Athens, GA · 2d

cobbcountycourier.com

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Cobb weekend events include a parade, pickleball and opera

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, November 13 to Sunday, November 15. Be sure to check the information in the provided links to verify time and date, and to check for any changes, cancellations or sell-outs (also for any mistakes that we at the Courier might have made in transcribing the event information … we are not infallible :-).

Cobb County, GA · 1d

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Atlanta’s 71-degree days end as frigid front storms in this weekend

Atlanta will not see snow this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. The city will get its coldest air of the season so far, though. After highs near 71 degrees Tuesday and today, a late-week cold front will drop Saturday’s high to about 53. Sunday morning lows will fall to around 33 in the city and into the 20s in the North Georgia mountains.

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Freeze Watch in effect for much of North and West Georgia Friday night

Freeze Watch in effect for much of North and West Georgia Friday night The first winter cold front of the season has pushed through Georgia, and a Freeze Watch is in effect for most of the northwestern third of the state for Friday night. The Watch is in effect from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. Saturday for Bartow, Carroll, Catoosa, Cherokee, Cobb, Coweta, Dade, Dawson, Douglas, F…

Georgia · 21h

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Officiant hosts mass wedding in Decatur to honor loved one

Fallon Jones, founder of Mobile Officiant of Atlanta, hosts an annual mass wedding event on November 11th called "Simply I Do" to commemorate the loss of her son in 2021 with a day of love and unity. Jones is marrying couples until 5 p.m. for free at 718 West in Decatur. In conjunction with this year’s event, Jones is launching the Jamari Jones Foundation, a community initiative created to support families experiencing the loss of a newborn.

Decatur, GA · 2d

Marietta Daily Journal

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Christmas at Piedmont is Dec. 11-12

The annual Christmas at Piedmont Arts & Crafts Festival, presented by Superior Plumbing an C&S Paving Inc., will be 5 to 9 p.m. on Dec. 11 and 10 a.m. to 5p.m. on Dec. 12 at Piedmont Church, 570 Piedmont Road in Marietta. There will be food and entertainment as over 40 local schools and organizations perform on two stages. Shop with local arts and crafts vendors for the latest Christmas gifts. There will be free pictures with Santa. Admission and parking is free. There is ample parking at JJ Daniel Middle School and Gabe’s Department Store, 2949 Canton Road in Marietta, with shuttle services provided. For more information, call 770-423-1330 or email missy@jrmmanagement.com .

Marietta, GA · 2d

CBS News Atlanta

South Atlanta students embrace title of "Baddest Band in the Land"

As a member of South Atlanta High School's first graduating class, Jamont Lane had dreams of being a band director. Now he's back at his alma mater leading the "Baddest Band in the Land."

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Streetz 94.5 Brings Turkey Trappin to College Park

COLLEGE PARK, GA — Streetz 94.5 is continuing its commitment to giving back this Thanksgiving season with another Turkey Trappin community giveaway, bringing free holiday turkeys to families in the College Park area. The event will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, beginning at 2 p.m. at the...

College Park, GA · 2d

Gwinnett Daily Post

Shiloh draws huge state test in reigning state champion Creekside

In its return to the state football playoffs, Shiloh faces a tall task in Round 1. The Generals travel Friday night to play at Creekside, last year’s Class AAAA state champion after a 15-0 season. The Seminoles, who haven’t lost to a Georgia team since falling to Marist in the 2024 state semifinals, are 9-1 this season after reeling off nine straight wins since a season-opening loss to Clay-Chalkville (Ala.). Quarterback Savoy Nichols, a 6-foot-6, 205-pound dual threat, leads a balanced Creekside offense with 2,061 passing yards and 26 touchdowns. The Tarleton State (Texas) commit is joined in the backfield by several playmakers led by Clemson commit Gary Walker (927 rushing yards, 15 TDs) and Branden Wiley (580 rushing yards, 12 TDs). Five Creekside receivers have at least four TD catches, including Boston College commit Armani Hill (19-478-7). Other standouts on the loaded Creekside roster include Alabama commit Darrius White and Tennessee commit Carter Jamison at defensive back, Auburn commit Jaylon Moore (6-foot-4, 290 pounds) at offensive line and Colorado commit Kenny Fairley at defensive line. A run-heavy Shiloh offense must find a way to crack a talented defense. The unit leans heavily on its line and senior running back

Snellville, GA · 1d

cobbcountycourier.com

Life University’s Lights of Life shines into 37th season with more than 1 million lights

Life University distributed the following press release about its annual holiday lights display:. Drive-through display lights up Marietta Nov. 26 through Dec. 31, with $15 per vehicle admission. Life University will flip the switch on more than 1 million twinkling lights Thanksgiving night, Nov. 26, launching the 37th annual Lights...

Marietta, GA · 11h

Marietta Daily Journal

Cobb school board approves three-year contracts for principals, superintendent’s cabinet

MARIETTA — On Thursday, the Cobb County Board of Education voted 4-3 to approve three-year contract extensions for Superintendent Chris Ragsdale's executive cabinet and all of the district’s school principals. The board voted along party lines, with the four Republicans in favor and the three Democrats opposed. Democratic board member Tre Hutchins moved to amend the motion and remove the contracts, but it failed. Cobb Board of Education Chairman Randy Scamihorn said there could be no discussion of the contract extensions because they were personnel matters. The vote took place at the first board meeting since Democrat Micheal Gaza defeated Republican board Vice Chairman David Chastain in the November election, which flips the board from Republican to Democratic control in January. Jeff Hubbard, president of the Cobb County Association of Educators, said the contract extensions appear to be a “golden parachute” to financially protect Ragsdale’s cabinet members once Garza is sworn into the school board. “This just smacks of protecting people as we have a new change on the board,” Hubbard said. “Basically, if I were a taxpayer in Cobb, I would be mad as (h---).” Hubbard said administrative staff in Cobb, including executive cabinet members and principals, traditionally have

Cobb County, GA · 6h

Marietta Daily Journal

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Celebrate the holidays in Smyrna

This December, festive holiday events and more are happening in Smyrna. From concerts and college football to Christmas tree and menorah lightings, holiday markets and mahjong, there is so much to do with family and friends in Smyrna. Home for the Holidays & Kris Kringle Market will be 5 to 9 p.m. on Dec. 1 at the Market Village & Village Green Park, 200 Village Green Circle SE in Smyrna. This all-ages event is free to attend. Get into the holiday spirit with performances by local school choirs across the Market Village. Santa will be making a special appearance to light the tree and will be available for photos after the tree lighting.College Football Saturday is 3 p.m. on Dec. 5 at the Village Green Park. This all-ages event is free to attend. There will be a live DJ, prizes and giveaways. Bring chairs and cheer one’s team on to victory.Smyrna Handmade Holiday Market will be 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 5 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 6 at Brawner Hall, 3180 Atlanta Road SE, and the Reed House, 3080 Atlanta Road SE, both in Smyrna. This all-ages event is free to attend. Local artisans

Smyrna, GA · 1d

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

Cobb schools offer out-of-district enrollment as student numbers decline

Families across Georgia can apply to send their children to select Cobb County schools through a new tuition-based enrollment program.

Cobb County, GA · 2d

businessdebut.com

Lunch Box Blends Arcade and Nightclub in Underground

ATLANTA, GA – Lunch Box, a new event space and nightclub with gaming elements, is open at Underground Atlanta at 50 Lower Alabama Street, Atlanta, GA 30303. The venue operates Fridays and Saturdays and targets expanded hours in early 2027, co-owner Kerian Neely told Business Debut. What to Expect.