Kennesaw Parks & Recreation is hosting their annual Book Swap event, with item drop-offs on Jan. 23-24 and the swap on Jan. 25, at the Ben Robertson Community Center. Volunteers are needed for the event.

A Cobb County resident won $100,000 playing Powerball on a mobile app, upping the prize with Power Play. The Georgia Lottery confirmed the win; numbers drawn were 26-32-43-54-56 with the Powerball of 24.

Jesse Evans was honored by the city of Acworth for his service as Chief of Police, receiving a proclamation before returning to the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office.

The City of Sandy Springs is hosting a Public Information Open House to discuss improvements at a local intersection to enhance safety and traffic flow.

MUST Ministries and Cobb County are providing a warming shelter at Hope House in Marietta for those in need, offering transportation and bus vouchers for access during cold weather.

One person has died in a house fire on Laurelwood Drive in Tyrone, with the cause and circumstances under investigation. Firefighters were forced to retreat due to the deteriorating conditions.

Douglas County has launched a Home Modification & Repair Program to aid seniors in making their homes safer and more comfortable, focusing on various household repairs and enhancements.

Mulberry has taken over various local services from Gwinnett County, including planning, zoning, taxation, and licensing, without an Intergovernmental Agreement.

The Suwanee Police Department invites locals to its Citizens Police Academy, a seven-week program providing insights into policing, with priority for Suwanee residents. Applications are due February 27, 2025.

Douglas County residents can meet Commissioner Henry Mitchell III for "Coffee & Conversation" on February 2nd to discuss local issues and the county's future.

Athens mourns the victims of a New Orleans terror attack, with a UGA student critically injured. FBI is investigating the incident that saw 14 people killed.

A fire broke out in a northwest Atlanta home early Friday, displacing four people and causing severe damage; investigations into the cause are ongoing. No injuries were reported.

The Barrow County Animal Shelter will temporarily close for renovations from Jan. 6-10 but will operate by appointment during this period for adoptions and pet claims.