DeKalb County School District proposes closing 27 schools and repurposing 8 amid declining enrollment. Nothing is final; the plan aims to spark discussions on optimizing building use.

Milton City Council extends moratorium on subdivision of specific AG-1 zoned lots, reflecting concerns over trends in lot size and coverage, and the need for better review of development processes.

Georgia's Senate approved a bill allowing retired teachers to return to work while still collecting retirement benefits, which now moves to the House for consideration.

Woodstock invites residents to an Arbor Day event on Feb 20, 2026, to distribute 700 tree seedlings and honor long-term city employees with a tree planting ceremony.

NEADA raised its winter heating forecast to about 11%, putting pressure on Atlanta households and local aid programs. Here’s what officials recommend and where to find help.

Butts County seeks an Appraiser I or II for property assessments, demanding customer service skills, appraisal experience, and certifications. Application details are online.

Emory is lined up to buy the Midtown proton therapy center in a tentative $110M Chapter 11 sale; officials say patient care will continue uninterrupted.

Dunwoody seeks nominations for its annual Sustainability Hero Awards, recognizing local environmental efforts.

Dunwoody is hosting an open house to discuss the Village Crossing Project, focusing on improving mobility and streetscape for a safer pedestrian and bike-friendly environment.

Buckhead residents at 55 Pharr say they've been without running water for two weeks as management and the city trade emails and tenants ration bottled supplies.

Student Sierra Morrison was detained by Clark Atlanta University police for hours over an ID issue, sparking online attention and an ongoing investigation.

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics will meet on February 19, 2026, to introduce a new member, discuss cases, and review reports at 178 Sams Street, Decatur, GA.

Camden County Fire Rescue has implemented a burn ban due to increased wildfire risks from dry conditions. The ban affects all unincorporated areas and includes yard debris and other burning activities.