Fulton County allocates an additional $750,000 to Veterans Services Program, totaling $1M in 2024 to assist health, housing, and homelessness for veterans.

The article covers Fulton County’s 2nd Annual Contracts for Service Mixer which acknowledges local artists and organizations, celebrating the county's arts support and network.

Crews repaired a broken water main on Clairmont Terrace, DeKalb County, which a contractor indirectly caused working nearby. Residents may experience brown water and are advised to run faucets to clear it.

Fulton County's Connect the Dots program aims to enhance digital literacy among parents and children, partnering with Inspiredu, Commissioner Dana Barrett, and Comcast to bridge the digital divide.

Lawrenceville has opened applications for around 45 volunteer board positions for community involvement in varied sectors. Deadline is September 27, 2024.

Storm in Cartersville caused power outages affecting 2,300 customers, structure fires including a worship center, and strewn debris; city departments actively restoring services.

The McDonough city website introduced an Alert Center for residents to receive updates on local issues like road closures and boil water advisories, with options to sign up for specific notifications.

Lawrenceville considers changing its business occupation tax from a flat rate to a method based on gross receipts and profitability, inviting public input at a hearing.

Douglas County Commissioners have reduced the millage rate by .025 mills, offering taxpayers a slight savings on property taxes, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and taxpayer relief in their decision.

Athens city services will be adjusted for Labor Day: the Animal Shelter is closed, non-emergency animal services suspended, Solid Waste pickups delayed by a day (excluding downtown), Transit services not operating, and government offices closed.

Suleman Rana from Douglas County joins the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Regional Leadership Institute to enhance his leadership skills and address metro Atlanta's urban planning challenges.

Dunwoody announces the return of its Latino Hispanic Cultural Heritage Celebration on September 15 at The Lawn at Ashford Lane, featuring dance, music, and cuisine. Mayor Lynn Deutsch highlights its significance in the community.

Cobb County Superior Court's Judicial Emergency has been extended due to a document backlog caused by software issues. Staffing shortages also hinder operations, impacting court services and case document accessibility.