Niki Jones is leaving his role as the Acting Manager of Athens-Clarke County to become the Assistant City Manager in Raleigh, starting January 21, 2025.

Gwinnett County announces the opening of a new trail segment, enhancing connectivity across communities. A ribbon-cutting event is scheduled with local leaders in attendance.

Marietta school officials consider expanding a cellphone ban from middle schools to the high school, after noting improved student engagement. High schoolers have started a petition in opposition, citing concerns over safety and personal freedom.

Sheriff Labat responds to the DOJ report on Fulton County Jail, recognizing issues linked to the facility's decay and asserting the need for a modernized jail to improve conditions.

Milton city celebrated Christmas in Crabapple with Santa's arrival on a fire truck, family activities, and various performances, culminating in the lighting of the Christmas tree.

The Cobb County Stuff-a-Bus drive collects toys for children in need during the holiday season, with community-wide participation and multiple stops for donation collections.

The UGA Extension Gwinnett's annual plant sale fundraiser supports local 4-H and Master Gardener projects, offering a wide range of plants suited for Georgia's climate. Pre-orders run from Jan. 2 to Feb. 28, with a pickup event on March 13.

The upcoming event in Atlanta will showcase the 2025 Art Calendar Contest winners, with Fulton County students' artworks themed "Reimagine Water," focusing on water conservation.

Athens-Clarke County Municipal Court schedule changes for December 9-20, 2024, include canceled and rescheduled court dates, detailed in an Athens-Clarke County Government statement.

Fayetteville's Miracle on Main Street holiday event returns with a parade and market featuring a Gingerbread Village theme, live entertainment, a Santa meet-and-greet, and food and retail vendors.

Milton Fire Station 44 is hosting a pancake breakfast with Santa and a toy drive for children in need, in cooperation with North Fulton Community Charities. Gifts can be dropped off at the event or throughout the week.

Clayton County LEPC invites the public to a meeting to improve hazardous materials incident preparedness and transparency on December 12 at the Fire & Training Academy.

Clayton County is offering workshops to help local entities apply for HUD grants to serve low and moderate-income residents and address community housing and development needs for the 2025 fiscal year.