A fire at Tritt Elementary School, caused by an HVAC issue, led to student evacuation and one adult suffering smoke inhalation. Students resumed classes at an alternate location.

Athens-Clarke County is offering nearly $1 million in federal funds for affordable housing, with an informative meeting on the application process scheduled for September 6, 2024.

The Southern Conservation Trust and Fayetteville city partner for a Shred & Recycle Day event for paper and glass recycling on October 19 at City Center Park.

Marietta History Center hosts a "Books, Books, Books!" event on September 21st, offering family activities and meetups with local authors and organizations.

The "Taste of Smyrna" event on September 7 offers a variety of foods from over 20 restaurants, with free admission and live music for a family-friendly experience.

The city of Smyrna's fourth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration is set for September 21 at Village Green Park, offering a day of cultural activities for the community.

The Milton Planning Commission's meeting will discuss a new 14-home neighborhood, an "Artist Studio" barn conversion, updates on the Deerfield Plan, and potential meeting date changes.

The Clayton County Police Department has launched the JR Citizen’s Police Academy, a free 10-week program to educate the community about police work, starting September 23, 2024.

The Cobb County Department of Emergency Communications received national certification for its 911 training program by APCO International, confirming its alignment with national standards.

Atlanta opens a cooling center at Selena Butler Park to offer residents relief from the heat, operational from August 28-30, between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Clayton County settled a disability discrimination lawsuit with former deputy Vincent Handsford for $400,000, concerning his alleged mistreatment by ex-Sheriff Victor Hill.

Four local breweries in Marietta will host "Marietta Roots," a fundraiser supporting the historical William Root House museum, combining craft beverages with local history.

Two men were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide at a Buckhead condo in Atlanta, with one suspect believed to have shot the other and then himself.