Atlanta and North Georgia are showcasing holiday lights at attractions like Stone Mountain and Atlanta Botanical Garden, with events running into January. Free neighborhood displays are also highlighted.

Festive pop-up bars are sprouting across Atlanta, offering holiday-themed cocktails and decor, from the Blind Elf Experience to tropical tiki celebrations and cultural fusions like the Chrismukkah Bar.

Former Atlanta Falcon Warrick Dunn, through his charity, gifted two homes and $5,000 to single mothers in Clayton County, with additional furnishings from Aaron's.

Atlanta opens two warming centers to shelter individuals from cold temperatures, available from November 29 to December 2, with transportation provided.

Atlanta's Trees for Tuition sells Christmas trees to fund local scholarships, raising $100,000 since 2015, including donations to PTOs and environmental efforts.

Rockmart mourns the loss of Deputy Police Chief Jonathan Fuller, a figure respected for empathy and leadership. His contributions, particularly in mental health initiatives, left a significant impact on the community and local law enforcement.

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for two boaters missing off Georgia's coast after an extensive three-day effort covering over 9,140 square miles.

The Gwinnett County Police Department is offering a RAD self-defense course for women to combat sex crimes, with hands-on training and practical simulations.

The Fayetteville Fire Department canceled their 2024 Ford F-150 raffle due to low ticket sales, with refunds being processed for those who participated.

The DeKalb County Police held their 5th annual winter clothing drive, collecting donations like coats and socks for those in need as temperatures drop.

Gwinnett County offices will close for Thanksgiving, affecting some services such as solid waste collection, which will experience a one-day delay. Essential services will continue, and residents can check holiday schedules online.

DeKalb County opens warming centers and offers services including meals and case management to support residents during the cold, with transportation provided to these locations.

The DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees will meet next Monday with both in-person attendance and a livestream option available for the public.