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Keeping Kids Safe: Protecting The CSRA’s Most Precious Resource
Here in the CSRA, we tend to feel secure from a lot of the problems that plague bigger cities. We think we are keeping kids safe from some of the more extreme dangers. We have a sense of safety in knowing our neighbors and a feeling of security from things the rest of the country might worry about. But the some of those far off seeming dangers are happening right here in our small towns. Children in the CSRA are at risk of predators and in particular, of sexual abuse. According to City-data.com there were 541 registered sex offenders living in Augusta as of August 22, 2024. The state of Georgia ranks 38th for child wellbeing in the US, meaning an estimated 1 in 10 children will experience sexual abuse before their 18th birthday. As shocking as those stats are, there are resources for parents looking to safeguard their most precious commodities.
Recent Events at Samuel S. Lawrence Chapter Order of DeMolay
On Aug. 18, the Samuel S. Lawrence Chapter Order of DeMolay in Marietta held a bowling/prospect party at the Bowlero in Kennesaw on Barrett Parkway. Also at that event, a casual meeting was held and elected Tanaya Johnson as “Big Sister” and Marie Johnson as “Little Sister.” DeMolays in attendance were Senior Councilor Tyler Mauldin and Master Councilor Wheaton Flanagin. Prospects in attendance were Eli Nobles, Haden Nobles and Jordi...
Commissioner Invokes 'Bloods and Crips' as Map Feud Rages
MARIETTA — In an explosive county commission meeting Monday, where one commissioner referred to Cobb Countians as “political Bloods and Crips” and another said they didn’t trust the county attorney, commissioners debated the best way to move forward with redistricting. At issue is whether the commission should approve an agenda item drafted by the county attorney’s office, which would accept the recent ruling of Cobb Superior Court Judge Kellie Hill. ...
Cobb County Courier Dog of the Day: “I’m Boone, and I’m a hyperactive doggy in need of a patient family!”
The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Shelter website, is a small-sized male black/white mixed breed. The following information on this potential family member is copied and pasted from the Animal Shelters website. To see the original text visit this link to the Animal Shelter Catalog.
Mableton City Council to meet this Wednesday, August 28
The Mableton City Council will meet on Wednesday, August 28, at 6:30 p.m. at the Riverside EpiCenter, 135 Riverside Pkwy, Austell, GA 30168. The agenda packet is still under review. Visit https://mabletonga.portal.civicclerk.com/ to find additional information when posted. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA. The Honorable Michael Owens, Mayor. The Honorable...
Jonathan Davenport Cashes In At Port Royal, But There's Work To Do
Jonathan Davenport didn’t sugarcoat anything when asked what the deciding factor had been in Saturday's $50,000 drive to his Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series victory at Port Royal Speedway. Of course, the Blairsville, Ga., superstar started from the front row, but he hadn’t won a full-field feature since...
2024 ART IN THE PARK – Aug. 31 – Sept. 2, 2024 10am-5pm
38th-Annual Art In the Park Labor Day Weekend Brings 220+ Artists to the Marietta Historic Square. Saturday, Aug. 31 – Monday, Sept. 2: 10-5 each day. For the 38th year, the historic Marietta Square will come alive Labor Day weekend with Art in the Park, a three-day outdoor event featuring fine art, local live music and creative children’s activities.
Georgia Bulldogs news: Little brother shuts up FSU fans, Stetson Bennett named Stafford’s backup, and more
If Georgia's beatdown of FSU in last year’s Orange Bowl wasn’t enough to shut up disgruntled Seminoles fans still crying about not making the College Football Playoff, then maybe Georgia Tech’s 24-21 win in Week 0 will. Starting the season at No. 10 in the country, Mike Norvell’s team was a favorite to make the 12-team CFP and win the ACC, but those dreams could be in big jeopardy after the shocking upset loss in Dublin.
U.S. Army begins cognitive screenings for all trainees
FORT MOORE, Ga. (WRBL) — As the nature of war continues to evolve, so does the way U.S. armed forces are tracking servicemembers’ cognitive health. Fort Moore became one of the first Army installations to open a cognitive testing facility Aug. 26, in what will be a U.S. military-wide roll out. Cognitive testing will now […]
Daily Dawg Thread: August 26, 2024
SOC: Dawgs get first win of the season vs. Kennesaw State. Powered by a pair of multi-goal performances from sophomore midfielder Summer Denigan and graduate forward Margie Detrizio, the 16th-ranked University of Georgia soccer team (1-1-1) picked up its first win of the season with a 6-0 Senior Day victory over Kennesaw State (0-4) before 841 spectators at the Turner Soccer Complex Sunday.
South Georgia celebrates National Dog Day
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - It is National Dog Day, and many locals are celebrating. The holiday was created to recognize how many dogs need to be rescued each year. It not only honors family pets but also service dogs and police K-9s who put their lives on the line each day.
Two people hospitalized after Cobb County house fire, authorities say
COBB COUNTY, Ga. — Two people are in the hospital following a house fire in Cobb County, authorities said. Marietta Fire said that around 5:34 p.m., crews were sent to a house fire on Old Highway 41. When crews arrived, they found heavy fire in the house itself. Crews from multiple jurisdictions worked to extinguish the fire. There was significant damage to the house.
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