Lawrenceville received the PlanFirst community designation from Georgia's Department of Community Affairs, acknowledging its exemplary city planning and growth management efforts.

The Marietta City Council will hold committee meetings on December 18, 2025, at 5:15 PM at City Hall, inviting public attendance and offering a virtual broadcast.

Former correctional officer Jabin Bethea pleaded guilty to using excessive force against a compliant detainee, eliciting condemnation from the U.S. Attorney and FBI.

Commissioner Tashé Allen schedules a District 3 Community Townhall Meeting in Clayton County for January 27, 2026, with in-person and online attendance options.

The Lake Spivey Recreation Center in Jonesboro is hosting Santa's Wonderland on December 19, offering festive activities like crafts and a meet-and-greet with Santa.

Atlanta's Ormond Street SE is undergoing milling and resurfacing work near Hank Aaron Drive SW to Grant Terrace SE from 9 am to 4 pm daily until January 26, 2026.

The DeKalb County school board approved renovations for Druid Hills High School following public scrutiny from a viral video showcasing the building's poor condition.

Acworth Public Safety Cadets won six trophies at the Cobb Cadet Challenge, excelling in law enforcement scenarios and demonstrating strong teamwork and skills.

Gwinnett County approves a 4% pay increase for county workers to address inflation and retain talent, ensuring a minimum $40,000 salary for full-time staff.

Holiday schedule changes for waste collection in Athens-Clarke County include service suspension on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Regular pickup resumes January 5th, 2026.

Milton's "Bring One for the Chipper" event on January 3, 2026, offers free Christmas tree recycling at Milton High School and mulches trees for park trails.

The Cobb County DEC achieved IAED's Triple Accredited Center of Excellence status, highlighting their expertise in police, fire, and medical dispatch.

Georgia's agricultural sector received a $12 billion aid package praised by Commissioner Tyler J. Harper, who sees it as help for farmers during economic hardships.