Barrow County invites citizens to an open house to discuss road safety improvements, presenting a recent safety analysis and proposed measures. The event offers two sessions on Sept. 26 at the historic courthouse.

MARTA introduced a bus honoring John Lewis, aligned with voter registration efforts during National Voter Registration Month, and plans to expand with more civil rights figures.

Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr. joins the National Association of Counties Justice and Public Safety Steering Committee to influence legislative policies on justice and public safety.

Fulton County Vice Chair Khadijah Abdur-Rahman joins NACo committees and is elected Chairperson of the Southeastern Regional NACo Women, strengthening her national influence.

Snellville announces an increase in stormwater fees to address deteriorating infrastructure, with an annual base rate rise to $125, marking the second hike since 2008.

The City of Atlanta is celebrating ‘ELEVATE: 50 Years of Culture’ with a series of cultural events from September 20 to October 13, as per city officials.

Atlanta's finalized More MARTA performance audit is now public, aiming to improve the city's transit system efficiency, with feedback from MARTA's CEO.

Acworth, GA has been named a PlanFirst Community by the state, recognizing its excellent planning practices for 2025-2027. This will bring incentives for further development and growth.

The DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management has repaired a broken water main at Perimeter Center West, caused by a drilling error. Although repairs are complete, some residents may experience brown water temporarily.

Truck-A-Palooza will take place at the Town Center Mall in Cobb County, featuring an array of large vehicles and supporting local safety education programs.

Commissioner Steve Bradshaw hosted DeKalb County's Annual Veterans Expo and Fellowship Lunch, providing resources and support for veterans and their families.

Cobb County maintains its AAA credit rating for the 27th year, reflecting its strong financial policies and stability, benefiting residents through low borrowing costs.

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics will meet on September 19, 2024, to address ethics cases and administrative tasks, with options for public virtual attendance.