Cobb County, Ga
@cobbcounty
Official communications from Cobb County, Ga, home of the Atlanta Braves, Big Chicken, Kennesaw Mtn, Chattahoochee River, Covered Bridge, Silver Comet Trail, Marietta Square, Acworth, Austell, Kennesaw, Mableton, Powder Springs, Smyrna.
Heads up! The Ga DOT will close the Powers Ferry Road Bridge over the Chattahoochee River between Cobb & Sandy Springs Friday, 7/24, 9 aam - Monday, 7/27 at 5 am A detour route is available on Interstate North Pkwy.
Cobb Economic Development shares insights about Cobb Entrepreneurship Grants. Learn how this funding helps early-stage startups grow & create jobs. Coffee & Conversations: Aug. 18, 7:30 - 9 a.m. Cobb County Civic Center, 538 S. Marietta Parkway, SE, Marietta *Register: https://bit.ly/3TEMAhe
Get involved with Cobb County. We have a slew of public hearings, meetings, open houses, and surveys over the next few weeks. Find out how you can learn about county issues & get involved: https://bit.ly/45chFLP See our newsletters & social media: https://bit.ly/4yB3lKw
Cobb District 2 Commissioner Erick Allen invites you to a District 2 Town Hall, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Charles D. Switzer Library in Marietta, 266 Roswell St NE, Marietta. More info and registration here: https://www.cobbcounty.gov/events/2026-08-06district-2-town-hall
Our library care cabinets need some love. 💛 Items in demand: deodorant menstrual products body wipes socks dental care hair care Donations can be dropped off at South Cobb Library, 805 Clay Rd, Mableton and Switzer Library, 266 Roswell St NE, Marietta. Thank you for supporting one another.
Hope House will open its doors to the Cooling Center Friday - Monday, July 17-20, from 12 noon - 6:30 p.m. Clients will receive lunch and dinner before their departure. The Hope House shelter is located at 1297 Bells Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30066. Hope House is operated by MUST Ministries.
Have thoughts on Cobb County's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget? Now's your chance to weigh in. Learn more about the proposed budget and public hearing dates: https://bit.ly/4eDcZEv
Cobb County International Festival 2026! Coming to Jim R. Miller Park 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, Food, performances, activities, and cultural vibes. Free. More info here: https://bit.ly/4lmExOy • Become a Vendor or performer: https://bit.ly/4lmExOy💃🏼🌮
Find out about proposed changes to the county's CobbLinc Go microtransit program. The expanding in South Cobb and adding a new 31-square mile zone in the Acworth/Kennesaw area. https://www.cobbcounty.gov/news/public-meetings-proposed-microtransit-service-changes
Traffic Alert: I-285 Lane Closures in Smyrna & Vinings - Plan for delays starting 9 p.m. Thursday, July 16. One right lane & the right shoulder will be closed both directions of I-285 for two weeks part of the GA DOT's I-285 Westside Rebuild project. https://bit.ly/4wcLLLm
Cobb Emergency Management Agency will perform its monthly outdoor siren test at noon, today, Wednesday, July 1, unless weather conditions are unfavorable. For more information about Cobb EMA or emergency preparedness, go to https://bit.ly/4oVlG0i
England and DR Congo play on July 1st for the first World Cup knockout round match in Atlanta! ⚽️ Stay up to date on match schedules and watch party locations at KickItinCobb.com! #KickItInCobb #AtlantasSweetSpot #AtlantaSoccer #CobbCounty #AtlantaGA
MUST Ministries Hope House will open the Cooling Center Monday - Friday, June 29 - July 3, from 12 noon - 6:30 p.m. Clients will receive lunch and dinner before their departure. 📍1297 Bells Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30066.
Hope House will open the Cooling Center in anticipation of the elevated temperature, noon - 6:30 p.m. June 26 - 29 Clients will receive lunch and dinner. 1297 Bells Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30066. Hope House is operated by MUST Ministries in partnership with Cobb County.
Shape Cobb's Future and the 2050 Comprehensive Plan - a roadmap to guide growth and investment within Cobb over the next 20 years. How can you help: 1. Take the survey https://bit.ly/4xCQ8jQ 2. Attend a meeting https://bit.ly/4aWl3O6 (Note - there is a virtual meeting tonight, 6/25!)
WorkSource Cobb - Hot Jobs list🔥 Every week, WorkSource Cobb/CobbWorks curates job leads from employers actively hiring across the Metro Atlanta area. Browse by category, scan what fits, and take the next step. Week of June 24 https://bit.ly/4u8suc0
Check out this week's Cobbline newsletter *week of June 22* including; * Cobb250 Celebration details * Cobb Fire applications * Cobb 101 applications * 2050 Comprehensive Plan survey * Elections survey * Upcoming events https://content.cobbcounty.gov/communications/cobbline-newsletter
Dust off your boots for the Cobb County Pro Rodeo at Jim Miller Park. Fans can watch classic rodeo action, including bull riding, roping, barrel racing and more. Shows are 8 p.m. Friday July 10 and Saturday, July 11. https://www.rodeoticket.com/rodeos/cobb-county-pro-rodeo/2026/tickets.
Start an exciting career with purpose as a Cobb County Firefighter. Join a team that helps people on their worst days, work 10 shifts a month on a 24/48 schedule. Now accepting applications from June 22 - 29. Paid training provided. Learn more & apply at http://joincobbfire.com.
Apply for a spot in the Cobb 101 Class of 2026 for an in-depth look at the functions and departments of Cobb County Government. Cobb 101 is an 11-week course where you will visit facilities, talk to leaders, and learn how tax dollars are spent. Apply by July 4. More info https://bit.ly/43K8Ube
Think senior centers are just about bingo cards and arts and crafts? Nope. Cobb’s 55+ crowd is redefining “active." If you’re 55+ and want to keep moving, it’s time to join the fun. What are you waiting for? Find out what you're missing at https://www.cobbcounty.gov/senior-services
Cobb County is under a tornado watch until 11pm tonight, June 18. We are also under a wind advisory tonight and a flood watch until 2:56pm on Saturday, June 20. Download the CobbGov app and make sure to enable emergency notifications to receive the latest information. https://bit.ly/4oByQPK
Cobb County Government offices will be closed today, Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. The holiday celebrates the date in 1865 when the Union army finally freed the last enslaved African Americans held in Confederate states.
Heavy rainfall and strong to severe thunderstorms are expected Thursday and Friday as the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur move into the state. 2 to 4 inches of rain are forecast within the watch area, with locally higher amounts possible.
Polls are open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. today, June 16, for the primary runoff elections. Voters must cast their ballots at their assigned polling place. Look up yours at https://bit.ly/3MuwIoV. Anyone who is registered to vote in Georgia can vote in federal, state, and local runoff elections.
Hope House will open its doors to the Cooling Center in anticipation of the elevated temperature over the next two days, Saturday, June 13, from 12 noon - 6:30 p.m. Clients will receive lunch and dinner before their departure. 1297 Bells Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30066.
Received your 2026 Notice of Assessment? The Cobb County Tax Assessor's Office can help answer questions about your property's fair market value. Call 770-528-3100 or visit assessor.cobbcounty.gov/appeals for more information. Note: You still have until July 20 to apply for a homestead exemption.
Friday, June 12, is the final day of advance voting in the primary runoff races at polling places throughout the county. Go to the Cobb Elections site for hours and locations: https://www.cobbcounty.gov/elections/voting/advance-voting The primary runoff election will be held Tuesday, June 16.
Hope House will open its doors to the Cooling Center in anticipation of the elevated temperature Thursday, June 11, & Friday, June 12, noon - 6:30 p.m. Clients will receive lunch and dinner before their departure. Location: 1297 Bells Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30066.
An isolated flash flood risk exists for portions of North and West Georgia today, June 8. Additional rainfall is expected to overspread the area through tonight and rainfall may be heavy at times.