A 5-year-old boy from Cumming died after drowning in a North Georgia lake. Despite rescue efforts, he was submerged too long. The incident is ruled as accidental.

Dunwoody breaks ground for the Wildcat Creek Learning Lab to enhance nature-based education with a new facility featuring classrooms and an outdoor deck, expected to serve more visitors.

The Blue Stone Arts & Music Festival is returning to Sandy Springs this fall with music, an Artist Market, and family zones. Submissions for the 2025 poster are open until July 25.

Georgia's agricultural community will convene at the Joint Ag Issues Summit in Perry on August 21, 2025, led by State Senator Russ Goodman and State Representative Robert Dickey.

Georgia is on high alert for the invasive spotted lanternfly, impacting local agriculture and spreading through human transportation. State officials encourage public reporting and eradication efforts.

The Austell City Council voted to raise property tax rates over 150%, introducing an additional tax for fire services, facing backlash over fiscal challenges.

Clayton County's District 3 is hosting the "Best Block Award" to promote neighborhood beautification, inviting residents to submit photos to win recognition and a yard sign.

Clayton County is hosting an outdoor screening of "A Minecraft Movie" at the Gerald Matthews Sports Complex on August 16, 2025, curated by Commissioner Tashe' Allen. The event starts at 7:30 PM and aims to foster community togetherness.

Milton's PRAB will discuss new youth dance and baking classes, Junior Rangers program, partnerships, park enhancements, and Wall of Fame inductees at their upcoming meeting.

A record 16,235 people attended a Josh Turner concert at the Woodstock Summer Concert Series, surpassing the previous record of 15,900 from a 2018 event.

The town of Duluth hosted a Tom Petty tribute concert featuring The Sundogs and Bradley Cole Smith, drawing fans for a nostalgic evening with food vendors and a photo booth.

Georgia chef Chelsia Green-Ogletree wins a special "Superhero Chef" edition of "Chopped," highlighting her contributions to the community and Georgia's culinary scene.

Peter Hubbard won the Democratic runoff for Georgia's Public Service Commission, focusing on green energy and lower power bills, and will face Republican incumbent Fitz Johnson in November.