Cobb County Chief Magistrate Brendan F. Murphy was named "2025 Magistrate of the Year" by his peers, highlighting his leadership and commitment to accessible justice.

Rockdale County announces the "Picture Rockdale" photo challenge for residents to share images that reflect their community, with submissions starting May 1 and accolades for selected photos.

Clayton County releases "The Shift" newsletter highlighting government progress, employee achievements, and future initiatives to improve internal communication and culture.

Athens-Clarke County's Precinct 7A polling place moves from Timothy Baptist Church to the ACC Library for 2025 elections.

Commissioner Spears announces the 2nd annual "State of DeKalb Animals" address discussing animal welfare progress, with registrations now open for the May 16 event.

DeKalb County Police Department offers a hiring event with competitive salaries and benefits for recruits and certified officers, including incentives and housing assistance.

Tonza Clark has been named the new Director of Code Compliance and Enforcement in DeKalb County, bringing over 18 years of local government experience to the role.

DeKalb County Police are focusing on safety checkpoints to deter crime and reduce traffic incidents, with recent operations resulting in arrests and citations.

DeKalb County repairs a broken water main at 2046 Drew Valley Road, disrupting the local water supply, and distributes bottled water to affected residents.

Gwinnett County won the 2025 Georgia County Excellence Award for its advanced crime tracking initiative, the SACRC, highlighting innovation in public safety.

Butts County Probate Court seeks a full-time Deputy Clerk for administrative duties, record-keeping, and court assistance, with a High School Diploma/GED minimum; experience preferred.

Dunwoody celebrates National Bike Month with two group rides, including "Bike to Lunch with City Council" and a family-friendly event, promoting health and community engagement.

Marietta reminds residents of Georgia's open burn ban effective May 1 to Sept 30, 2025, prohibiting yard waste burning and carrying fines for noncompliance, for air quality and public health.