Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta implements a new hybrid grass in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to avoid past turf issues and enhance the experience for the expected influx of fans and media.

Milton calls for nominations for its Core Value Awards to honor city employees who have gone above and beyond.

Power outages and fallen trees caused disruptions in Avondale Estates, leading to city hall closure and traffic redirections, with power restored by 4 p.m.

Marietta Water announced a 3.5% wastewater rate increase effective July 1, due to higher treatment costs from Cobb County. This will cost the average residential customer an additional $1.25 per month.

Barrow County, Georgia approved a $182M budget without tax increases, focusing on infrastructure and safety, while the school district faces the challenge of funding school officers after a shooting incident.

Henry County Public Schools Foundation will host 'Stuff the Bus' on June 21 to collect school supplies, with community engagement and volunteer sites across the county.

Douglas County Animal Shelter reopens after a quarantine due to a virus outbreak affecting dogs; it will continue monitoring exposed animals, with some now ready for adoption.

CDPH launched a support program for low-income homeowners to assist with septic system maintenance, funded by ARPA grants, with up to $15,000 for repairs or connections to local sewers.

Georgia celebrated school nutrition professionals with an event at Truist Park, recognizing their work in providing local, nutritious meals to students, highlighting the importance of healthy food for educational success.

Warner Bros. Discovery is restructuring, creating separate entities for its streaming and cable operations to better align with media consumption trends and to strengthen each division's focus.

SmartAsset's report shows Georgia as the 17th most expensive state for single adults with a needed salary of $99,590, and 33rd for families at $210,829. The 50/30/20 budget rule was used for the analysis.

Cobb County 911 in Georgia integrates AI simulations from GovWorx into training, enhancing preparation of emergency operators with CommsCoach Simulations.

Athens-Clarke County will start processing absentee ballots on June 17 at 3 PM, with early tabulation also beginning then, and advance votes tallied from 6 PM on Election Day. Observers can watch at a local facility.