Douglas County announces the grand opening of the advanced Fire Station #9 in Lithia Springs on September 9, 2025, promising enhanced public safety services.

The Cobb International Festival showcased global cultures with food, music, and activities in Marietta, emphasizing diversity and inclusivity. It featured performances and a scavenger hunt at the Jim R. Miller Park and Event Center.

The Georgia Aquarium has euthanized Taroko, a beloved whale shark, due to declining health. Taroko had been engaging visitors since 2007 and was a significant figure for marine conservation education.

Daniela Esteves is appointed as the new General Manager of Lawrenceville Arts Center to enhance its cultural role with her extensive experience, including work at the Kennedy Center.

The Cobb County Superior Court celebrated the graduation of five individuals from its Mental Health Court program, which aims to help those with mental health issues in the justice system.

Pastor Jamal Bryant led a boycott against Target over DEI commitments, potentially impacting sales, and seeks a meeting with the incoming CEO to discuss the issue.

CDC’s new director visits the Roybal campus after a shooting and confirms pending layoffs, including in the violence prevention division, intensifying the impact of the attack on staff.

Clayton County District 3 launches Senior Yard Clean-Up Initiative to aid seniors with yard maintenance. Nominations for service are due by September 29, 2025.

Fulton County's Freemanville Road will be closed for water service upgrades on August 23-24, with detours in place.

Woodstock's mayoral and council races are set for the 2025 election, with incumbent Mayor Caldwell facing Schindler and various council members up for reelection or running unopposed.

Douglas County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to maintain the millage rate at 12.063 mills, responding to economic challenges and public feedback.

Barrow County dispatchers successfully guided two childbirths using a new Emergency Medical Dispatch system, with one instance involving a language translation service.

Commissioner Allen hosts a townhall meeting on pedestrian safety in Riverdale, GA, on September 30, 2025, with both in-person and virtual attendance options.