Woodstock appointed Phillip E. Friduss from Hall Booth Smith as the city's new legal counsel, succeeding Eldon Basham from Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele.

Sen. Larry Walker III begins his sixth term and 10th legislative session in Georgia's 20th District and is re-elected as Majority Caucus Secretary, emphasizing his commitment to key sectors and Middle Georgia values.

Sen. Sonya Halpern was sworn in for a third term representing Georgia's 39th Senate District, with Judge Trent Brown presiding. She continues as Democratic Vice Chair and serves on key committees.

Mayor Khalid of South Fulton is under scrutiny for allegedly unauthorized expenditures, including a trip to Africa, with a call for policy review and temporary travel halt.

Kenya Wicks was sworn in as Georgia's State Senator for the 34th District, ready to serve her constituents and drawing from her extensive military and civic experience.

Shanelle Booker becomes the first Black woman Acting U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia, bringing experience in prosecuting cases and community service.

Governor Brian P. Kemp has proposed a legislative package to enhance funding and reforms in Georgia's K-12 education, focusing on mental health, school safety, and increased teacher indemnification benefits.

The East Point Water Infrastructure Enhancement Act, part of a larger bill and led by U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff, has been signed into law to upgrade water infrastructure in East Point, Georgia.

The Cobb County Civil Service Board election for Post #5 is scheduled, with specifics on candidacy requirements and contact information for those interested in running.

The Georgia Senate has voted to continue investigating Fulton County DA Fani Willis over her handling of the 2020 election interference case, amid accusations of partisanship.

Georgia's tax revenue surged by 9.6% in December, reaching $3.34 billion despite a year-to-date decrease of 1%, affected by a suspended motor fuel tax. Income tax revenue increased, while corporate income taxes fell slightly.

Senator Jon Ossoff launched an inquiry into mail delivery delays in Georgia, impacting veterans' prescription and appointment notices, after postal service issues persisted despite promises of improvement.

Bryce Berry, 23, made history as Georgia's youngest state House member and the first born after 2000, focusing on education reform and inspired by his background as a teacher and community organizer.