Marietta's administrative offices including Marietta Power and Water will be closed for New Year's Day, affecting sanitation schedules. Emergency services remain operational, with contact numbers provided for non-emergencies and utilities.

Atlanta mourns the loss of State Senator Vincent Fort, a staunch advocate for social justice, as Mayor Andre Dickens pays tribute to his late friend and advisor.

Bremen High School quarterback Carson Kimble, who suffered a spinal injury, has seen overwhelming community support, with a car wash fundraiser contributing to his medical funds.

Usher and his wife visited an Atlanta school for Career Day, sharing industry insights and teaching a dance move. The visit highlighted Usher's commitment to parenting and his ongoing engagement with fans.

Lawrenceville announces its 2025 events calendar featuring a lineup of cultural and entertainment activities, including music, dance, free comic book day, concerts, movies, and festivals, all free to the public with plentiful parking downtown.

Atlanta opens warming centers for the homeless, starting December 20, 2024, at the Central Park Recreation Center and Old Adamsville Recreation Center.

Newton County invites residents to recycle their Christmas trees through the 'Bring One for the Chipper' program from Dec 26 to Jan 4, excluding certain holidays.

Tahnicia Phillips was sworn in as Cobb County's Clerk of State Court after a career in the local judicial system, joined by Deputy Clerk Alisha Hargett.

Cobb County offers a tree recycling program post-Christmas, enabling residents to drop off their live trees for mulching and wildlife habitats, excluding flocked trees or wreaths. Free saplings will be distributed on January 4, 2025.

Atlanta's Mayor announced a partnership with Invest Atlanta and Savi Provisions to open grocery stores in food deserts with a funding of $8.1 million aiming to improve fresh food access by 2025.

Georgia State University receives a record $80 million donation from the Woodruff Foundation for campus improvements, including the replacement of Sparks Hall with a new arts building and amphitheater by 2026.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is gearing up for 3.7 million travelers over the holidays, suggesting early arrival for flights and advising on parking and transportation options.

FHLBank Atlanta allocates $4.7 million in grants to Georgian affordable housing projects, contributing to a wider effort that involves spending $55 million across multiple states.