Athens-Clarke County promotes the MLK Day of Service on January 20, 2025, inviting volunteers to start the day at Lay Park Gymnasium for community projects. Registration is advised by January 17, with limited day-of sign-up available.

Sherrie Crisp of Fayetteville's HR Department attained the Certified Human Resources Manager designation, marking a significant achievement in her career and highlighting the city's commitment to staff development.

Riverdale, GA will host a workshop on January 22-23, 2025, to enhance emergency communication at large events, with required GEMA and TEEX registration.

Dunwoody prepares for its 9th MLK Day of Service with tree planting, a food drive, and blood donations in partnership with local organizations, honoring Dr. King’s legacy.

Major Jake King has been promoted to deputy chief to oversee the Marietta Police Department's Uniform Patrol Division after a restructuring aimed at improving the department.

The Milton PRAB met to discuss after-school program logistics, adopt-a-trail initiatives, park enhancement plans, and the Deerfield Implementation Plan, with the meeting being publicly streamed.

Marietta police confirmed that Cartha Speed, a 71-year-old man with dementia, was found safe after a multi-agency search involving drones, K-9s, and community help.

DeKalb County opens warming centers due to cold weather, offering transportation and services like meals and case management, but without the fire stations as usual locations.

MUST Ministries and Cobb County partner to open Hope House shelter in Marietta, GA, on Dec 11-12th for those in need during cold weather, with transportation provided.

Firefighters from Sandy Springs performed rappel drills at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, bringing joy to young patients by delivering gifts and interacting with them during the holiday season.

The press tours Atlanta's new $115 million Public Safety Training Center, showcasing advanced facilities for first responder training amid public safety scrutiny.

Carroll County waste facilities will close on Christmas and New Year's Day, with a brief interruption also on Christmas Eve, and will reopen the following days.

DeKalb County Police partner with Macy's for a "Shop with a Cop" event on December 19, benefiting 30 children selected to pick gifts, fostering community relations.