Elton John auctioned his Atlanta wardrobe on eBay, with proceeds going to his AIDS Foundation. The "Rocket Man Resale" featured designer items and casual wear.

The City of Milton's municipal election marketing campaign won second place in a national award for its effective grassroots communication strategy, surpassing even state-level competitors.

Douglas County announces a town hall in District 4 on July 27th with Vice Chair Mark Alcarez and other key figures to discuss community issues and projects at Ephesus Baptist Church.

The Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center is holding the 12 Strays of Christmas in July campaign, waiving all adoption fees until July 20th and providing care packages for adopted pets.

Douglas County announces the CERT program, offering residents emergency response training, with classes starting on August 6, 2024, covering topics like fire safety and medical operations.

The State Court of Cobb County announced jurors in Pool Groups #1 and #2 do not need to report today and advises them to check back after 6 PM for further instructions.

Georgia Tech's Ramblin' Reck has a new sustainable pavilion on campus, a net-zero energy building designed for the vintage mascot vehicle by Square Feet Studio.

The "Stuff the Bus" campaign in Douglas County is collecting school supplies for students in need until July 17, with numerous drop-off locations and an Amazon Wishlist available for donations.

The William Root House Museum & Garden's "Dressed for Summer" exhibit in Marietta showcases 19th-century Southern life and methods of staying cool before air conditioning, featuring interactive touchscreens and authentic period furnishings.

Rome, Georgia, celebrated its 3rd annual Pride festival, drawing over 4,000 people and marking a shift in attitudes in the traditionally conservative community.

Atlanta launches the "Do One Thing, ATL" campaign to combat the city's rising domestic violence cases, involving local celebrities and community participation.

Dr. Bryan Johnson is confirmed as the Atlanta Public Schools superintendent, bringing experience and a focus on literacy and social-emotional support from his prior role in Chattanooga.

Atlanta mourns the loss of the Beggs and Van Epps family who died in a plane crash, with a memorial service announced for July 12 at the Roswell United Methodist Church.