Indiana and Oregon are set for a rematch in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, with the Hoosiers' undefeated season and Oregon's resilient team set to clash in a high-stakes semifinal.

Allen Dills is named the new Assistant Director for the North Region of the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Dorothy Andre has been promoted to Deputy Warden of Security at Phillips State Prison, effective January 16, as per the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Gregory Griffin has been appointed Assistant Superintendent of Appling Integrated Treatment Facility, effective January 16, 2026; he brings over two decades of experience in the Georgia Department of Corrections.

The Georgia Association of Educators sued DeKalb County School District for not providing written contracts to nearly 700 employees as required by state law.

Chanel Samuel was appointed as the new Warden of Burruss Correctional Training Center, starting January 16, 2026, as stated by the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Lisa Thompson was appointed as warden of Whitworth Women's Facility, bringing 25 years of experience from various roles within the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Fulton County seeks volunteers for its annual homeless count, which also aims to identify service gaps. The event involves interviewing homeless individuals, providing essentials, and requires online registration and training for volunteers.

The DeKalb County Board of Registration & Elections met for routine business, allowing public comment in person or via email as per their announcement.

Christopher Lawrence Clark, a 59-year-old from Lawrenceville, was found safe after being reported missing. The Gwinnett County Police had sought public help to find him. Details of his return are private.

The DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Advisory Board will meet on January 12, with both in-person and Zoom attendance options, to discuss operational issues including a runway project and noise reports.

Cobb County announces a Spring Book Sale at the Cobb Civic Center from March 13-15, 2026, offering books, DVDs, and more, with prices ranging from $0.10 to $4.00.

Marietta Water begins water line replacement in St. Marys–St. Annes next week to improve service and reliability, with construction expected until June 2026.