Cobb County's Board of Commissioners approved rising water and stormwater rates starting April 1, 2025, with annual increments through 2029 due to increased operating costs.

Deck the Hall in Downtown Duluth brought the community together with holiday attractions, festive music, and a holiday market, drawing a large, spirited crowd.

Lt. Col. Jeff Knudson honored the Allatoona High School NJROTC cadets at a city council meeting for maintaining their Distinguished Unit Status, reflecting the program's commitment to excellence and leadership training.

Union City is hosting a free Holiday Cantata at The Gathering Place on December 21, featuring live performances and art exhibitions to celebrate the season and promote community togetherness.

Atlanta opens a warming center at Central Park Recreation Center for homeless residents to escape the cold on specific nights, with transport provided from the Gateway Center.

Jasper Watkins III, Gwinnett County Commissioner, is honored with the 2024 ASHP/ABHP Joint Leadership Award for his work in public health and pharmacy.

Acworth Power honored lineman Charles “Chuck” Mincey for 35 years of service in a city council meeting, praising his dedication and role in training new linemen.

Gwinnett County's Dash 4 Domestic Violence Awareness 5K raised over $10,350, with the proceeds going to charities supporting domestic violence survivors.

Georgia's school voucher program faces delays and criticism over the eligibility list and reliance on standardized test scores, with concerns about funding adequacy for private schooling.

Douglas County Sheriff's Office and students participated in the "Shop with a Cop" event, fostering community relations while helping children pick holiday gifts.

Strategic Security Corp. is suing the Fulton County Sheriff for breach of contract and unpaid services exceeding $1 million. Despite a $1.4 million payment and Sheriff Labat acknowledging the debt, SSC deems the efforts inadequate.

Holiday waste collection in Athens-Clarke County is adjusted for Christmas and New Year's, with no pick-up on December 24th, 25th, and January 1st. Other days are rescheduled, and downtown service remains unchanged except for Christmas Day.

Sonya Allen was inaugurated as Cobb County's first African-American female District Attorney in a ceremony attended by locals and officiated by Georgia Supreme Court Justice Verda M. Colvin.