Christopher Bass is the new Director of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Affairs for DeKalb County, bringing years of leadership experience from past roles.

Atlanta Mission is under contract to buy a 15.5-acre Bankhead parcel and plans to reserve about eight acres for a homeless campus while converting the rest to affordable housing.

Conyers is hosting an Arbor Day celebration with activities and free saplings at Big Haynes Creek Nature Center, including a tree planting and a "Treasures in the Trees" scavenger hunt.

The Marietta History Center hosts a Pop-In event on Feb 21st celebrating Black inventors, featuring activities and crafts. Admission is free, sponsored by Cauthorn, Owen, and Sanders.

MEC discusses Birmingham Park's future and cleanup efforts encouraging community participation, with a meeting on February 11 and cleanup on February 28.

Dunwoody earns its 14th Tree City USA title, continuing its commitment to urban forestry and sustainability with a Georgia Arbor Day tree planting event.

Cobb County is opening its 2027 HUD Grant Application Cycle, offering federal funds for community initiatives targeting low- and moderate-income residents. Workshops are available to aid applicants.

The USAF Thunderbirds will perform at the Wings Over North Georgia Air Show in Rome, due to a new $5.7 million runway extension at Richard B. Russell Airport. The event will also feature other aerial acts and a community engagement program.

Mario Merriweather received an 11-year sentence for an armed robbery at a Fort Oglethorpe fast-food restaurant, where he corralled employees into a freezer.

Atlanta's Mayor announced the acquisition of 50 acres for the Tatum Lakes Nature Preserve, offering green space and promoting equity and sustainability.

A plane with engine trouble landed on a road in Gainesville, hitting vehicles and causing minor injuries. The pilot relayed a mayday call before landing. Remarkably, there was no explosion and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident.

Clayton County holds a "Meet the Messengers" event for seniors to learn about local government communication strategies on February 19, at the Griswell Senior Center.

Cobb County invites public feedback on its federal grant use for community development, affordable housing, and homeless support, with a meeting on 02/25/26 and comment period from 02/24/26 to 03/12/26.