Marietta's Councilman Andre L. Sims will host a Town Hall meeting on January 30 at Lockheed Elementary School, inviting Ward 6 residents to discuss community issues.

Atlanta opens warming centers ahead of cold snap, starting January 19 at 8:00 p.m. until January 22 at 3:00 p.m. Transport provided from the Gateway Center.

Roads around a repaired water main break in DeKalb County have been reopened, but a boil water advisory is still in effect pending official clearance.

Union City's MLK Day of Service clean-up event has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions, prioritizing participant safety. A new date will be announced.

DeKalb County announces its 41st MLK celebration with Dr. Jamal Bryant speaking, focusing on nonviolence and civil rights at the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center.

Kennesaw plans to maintain its floating homestead exemption, opting out of the state's adjusted base year option, and invites public input at upcoming hearings.

Gwinnett County Police Department reports a 25% decrease in homicides in 2024, with a 100% clearance rate, attributing success to community support and advanced technology.

Athens-Clarke County Government announces service schedule changes for MLK Day, with closures and modified operations for various county services and facilities.

Butts County seeks sealed proposals for 2025 Benefits Consulting & Brokerage Services. Submissions due by February 10, 2025, under specific guidelines.

Barrow County announced government closures for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, but parks will remain open. Essential public safety services will continue operating.

DeKalb County advises boiling water due to a significant water main break on Clairmont Road; repairs are underway and bottled water is available at local fire stations and RaceTrac.

Clayton County invites high schoolers to attend a Youth Commission interest meeting to learn how they can take part in local governance and community service.

The Milton Equestrian Committee discussed keeping large lots whole and elected new officers, while also addressing land incentives and a new Eagle Scout park project.