Good morning, Marietta.

Between Sept. 13 and Sept.

20, Cobb County issued 28 new business licenses for contractors, restaurants, retail and professional services in unincorporated areas (including parts of Marietta). The approvals were finalized under local regulations.

At Thursday's board meeting, Superintendent Ragsdale removed Toni Morrison's 'The Bluest Eye' from Cobb school libraries, sparking debate over a graphic excerpt that was shared with families.

Some parents and community members challenged the approach online, while others supported the move for transparency.

North Cobb High School held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to open its nutrition center for student-athletes, which will offer better access to healthy food options on campus.

Starting Oct. 1, SNAP benefits in Georgia, including for Marietta residents, will increase by ($25 to $50) based on family size as the state assumes 75% of administrative costs under the new guidelines.

Fatal drug overdoses in Cobb County dropped to 89 in 2025 from 121 in 2024, according to data from Georgia’s Online Analytical Statistical Information System Database.

The Atlanta Braves clinched the NL East on Sunday, Sept.

20 after defeating the Houston Astros — earning their 24th division title and tying the MLB record, which sets the stage for their playoff push starting Sept. 29.

The Braves clinched the NL East title after a 4 to 2 win over the Astros on Sunday, Sept, 20, with Mike Yastrzemski's three run homer and Ozzie Albies' key RBI leading the comeback victory, marking a season turnaround under new manager Walt Weiss.