Cobb County schedules a final public hearing for residents to discuss proposed code amendments before a decisive vote by the Board of Commissioners on November 21.

Cobb County sets special election dates for Commission Districts 2 and 4, following a court ruling against their commission maps. Qualifying starts December 18, 2024, primary on February 11, 2025, and general election on April 29, 2025.

Snellville is seeking bids from contractors to repair stormwater drainage systems in four locations within the 30078 ZIP code, as detailed on their website.

William Park, the Urban Forest Coordinator for Sandy Springs, received the Georgia Tree Council’s Outstanding Urban Arboriculture Grand Award for his work in urban forestry.

Butts County is conducting a risk-limiting audit of the November 5, 2024, General Election votes to confirm the electronic count matches the paper ballots. Public observation will begin at 10 a.m. Friday at the administration building.

Coweta County and the City of Newnan expanded their tornado siren system with seven new sirens, conducting inaugural tests to enhance weather-related public safety.

Birmingham Park hosted its first Night Hike and Campfire for 150 residents, featuring guided hikes, a campfire, and s'mores, with educational insights into nocturnal wildlife.

Marietta announces the return of the Mayor’s Christmas Lights Decorating Contest, inviting residents and businesses to decorate and submit photos online by December 13th, with winners announced December 19th.

Marietta invites community groups to apply for the 2025 CDBG Public Services grant, with applications due by January 30, 2025. An information meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2024.

DeKalb County residents will discuss a potential water and sewer rate hike at a town hall. Funds aim to upgrade the crucial Scott Candler Water Treatment Plant.

An entrepreneur donates $20,000 to support the Jonesboro High School band's trip to the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade and their educational journey, which includes a future appearance in London's parade.

Parents in Sandy Springs are protesting a school redistricting plan that may close Spalding Drive Elementary, affecting their children's education and future school options.

Fort Stewart mourns Spc. Carlito Lindsey, 26, who drowned retrieving a crab pot in the Tivoli River. His almost nine years of service included multiple commendations. An investigation is ongoing, with the military offering support to his family.