The City of Suwanee won the 2026 Visionary City Award for its Town Center on Main project, merging old charm with modern conveniences and enhancing downtown's walkability and vibrancy.

Conyers is starting "Conyers Conversations and Listening Sessions" for officials to engage with residents. The first is on February 9, 2026, focusing on the Georgia International Horse Park's future.

Robert L. Gordon was appointed Director of Public Works for DeKalb County by CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, bringing over 40 years of experience to the role.

A severe ice storm in northeast Georgia has caused widespread power outages, particularly in Habersham County, with 1,000 trees down. Crews work to restore power and clear roads.

The Georgia HOA, COA, and POA Day at the Capitol event, addressing homeowner association issues, has been moved to February 10, 2026, due to bad weather.

Milton's first responders and public works crews worked tirelessly through an ice storm, ensuring safety and road access, with community cooperation reducing accident rates.

Torchy's Tacos closes its Atlanta location, part of a larger wave of nationwide shutdowns, while expressing gratitude to staff and guests. The brand, known for its Tex-Mex cuisine, refocuses its strategy.

Lawrenceville announces the reopening of city offices on January 27 after a closure, with courts remaining closed, sanitation services on a delayed schedule, the large item pick-up on January 30 canceled, and the Lawrenceville Arts Center reopening.

An ice storm in Georgia led to power grid collapse in White County, with approximately 70% of residents without power due to ice accumulation. Crews are working on restoration, and residents are urged to stay home.

Marietta city operations closed on January 26 due to winter weather, affecting administrative buildings, sanitation services, and causing a delay in trash pickup.

Former University of Georgia president Michael F. Adams has passed away at 77, leaving a legacy of substantial university growth during his 1997-2013 tenure.

Atlanta opens warming centers due to cold, with operation from Jan 24 evening to Jan 28 morning, at multiple locations, offering transport from the Gateway Center. Details are on the city website.

A second commercial poultry flock in Walker County, Georgia, was infected with the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, impacting the state's poultry industry and prompting swift containment actions.