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Roswell honored 20 veterans and their families during a reflective indoor Veterans Day ceremony. With city leaders present, Mayor Kurt Wilson praised their courage and service, highlighting the city’s “Esteemed Veterans” program to ensure their stories are remembered.
Roswell officials celebrate veterans’ sacrifice, service
It was a morning of reflection and appreciation at the Roswell Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 as veterans gathered in City Hall to be honored.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Roswell honored 20 veterans and their families during a reflective indoor Veterans Day ceremony. With city leaders present, Mayor Kurt Wilson praised their courage and service, highlighting the city’s “Esteemed Veterans” program to ensure their stories are remembered.
The third-annual Christkindlmarket will return Friday, Nov. 21 on the front lawn of Bulloch Hall in Roswell, transforming it into a German Christmas market through Tuesday, Dec. 23.
Christkindlmarket brings holiday festivities to Roswell for third year
The third-annual Christkindlmarket will return Friday, Nov. 21 on the front lawn of Bulloch Hall in Roswell, transforming it into a German Christmas market through Tuesday, Dec. 23.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:14 PM
The third-annual Christkindlmarket will return Friday, Nov. 21 on the front lawn of Bulloch Hall in Roswell, transforming it into a German Christmas market through Tuesday, Dec. 23.
PODCAST: Sandy Springs mayoral candidate Dontaye Carter joins The Georgia Politics Podcast host Craig Kidd for a candid conversation sparked by pointed remarks from a previous episode, revisiting those comments and the perspectives behind them.
Dontaye Carter and Craig Kidd Discuss Past Comments
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November 21, 2025 at 2:31 PM
PODCAST: Sandy Springs mayoral candidate Dontaye Carter joins The Georgia Politics Podcast host Craig Kidd for a candid conversation sparked by pointed remarks from a previous episode, revisiting those comments and the perspectives behind them.
The Rev. Shannon Dill, whose more than 31 years at Saint Luke’s Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody is ending in December, says it’s hard leaving a fantastic congregation.
St. Luke’s Presbyterian pastor reflects on 30 years at church
The Rev. Shannon Dill, whose more than 31 years at Saint Luke’s Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody is ending in December, says it’s hard leaving a fantastic congregation.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:59 PM
The Rev. Shannon Dill, whose more than 31 years at Saint Luke’s Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody is ending in December, says it’s hard leaving a fantastic congregation.
Everyone is invited to Sparkle Sandy Springs, the city’s annual holiday celebration and parade Sunday, Dec. 7 through the City Springs downtown district.
Sandy Springs lists lineup for annual Sparkle Parade
Everyone is invited to Sparkle Sandy Springs, the city’s annual holiday celebration and parade Sunday, Dec. 7 through the City Springs downtown district.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Everyone is invited to Sparkle Sandy Springs, the city’s annual holiday celebration and parade Sunday, Dec. 7 through the City Springs downtown district.
In Sandy Springs and Dunwoody, hundreds of residents turned out on Veterans Day Nov. 11 to honor the dedication and sacrifice of those who served in the United States military.
Central Perimeter honors hometown heroes on Veterans Day
In Sandy Springs and Dunwoody, hundreds of residents turned out on Veterans Day Nov. 11 to honor the dedication and sacrifice of those who served in the United States military.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:33 PM
In Sandy Springs and Dunwoody, hundreds of residents turned out on Veterans Day Nov. 11 to honor the dedication and sacrifice of those who served in the United States military.
The Dunwoody City Council heard both sides of the argument for a Raising Cane’s double drive-thru at 4570 Ashford Dunwoody Road during its Nov. 10 meeting.
Dunwoody: Raising Cane’s drive-thru plan draws council, resident debate
The Dunwoody City Council heard both sides of the argument for a Raising Cane’s double drive-thru at 4570 Ashford Dunwoody Road during its Nov. 10 meeting.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:32 PM
The Dunwoody City Council heard both sides of the argument for a Raising Cane’s double drive-thru at 4570 Ashford Dunwoody Road during its Nov. 10 meeting.
Aria Salon, a staple of downtown Alpharetta’s business community, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year.
Downtown Alpharetta salon celebrates 25th anniversary
Aria Salon, a staple of downtown Alpharetta’s business community, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Aria Salon, a staple of downtown Alpharetta’s business community, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year.
Podcast: Step back to 1975 as former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Carla Hills joins The Georgia Politics Podcast to share insights from her groundbreaking career.
1975, Part 14: Time Person of the Year - HUD Secretary Carla Hills
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November 15, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Podcast: Step back to 1975 as former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Carla Hills joins The Georgia Politics Podcast to share insights from her groundbreaking career.
Centennial boys and girls basketball came out victorious over the North Springs Spartans Nov. 11.
Centennial sweeps North Springs basketball
Centennial boys and girls basketball came out victorious over the North Springs Spartans Nov. 11.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Centennial boys and girls basketball came out victorious over the North Springs Spartans Nov. 11.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Veterans enjoyed a free breakfast at Maple Street Biscuit Company courtesy of a real estate agent Nov. 10.
Veterans enjoy free meal in Alpharetta
Veterans enjoyed a free breakfast at Maple Street Biscuit Company courtesy of a real estate agent Nov. 10.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Veterans enjoyed a free breakfast at Maple Street Biscuit Company courtesy of a real estate agent Nov. 10.
In her bid for a runoff, an Alpharetta City Council candidate says ballots misled voters about how the Nov. 4 municipal election would be determined.
Alpharetta City Council candidate fails in campaign for runoff election
Vying for a runoff, a lawyer for Donna Shaw Murphy said Alpharetta ballots misled voters about how the Nov. 4 election would be determined. City and state officials disagree.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:13 PM
In her bid for a runoff, an Alpharetta City Council candidate says ballots misled voters about how the Nov. 4 municipal election would be determined.
Environment Sandy Springs launched EcoSleuth, a new program for boys and girls in grades 3-5 and their parents to discover the magic of nature at Lost Corner Preserve.
Environment Sandy Springs launches new program for elementary schoolers
Environment Sandy Springs launched EcoSleuth, a new program for boys and girls in grades 3-5 and their parents to discover the magic of nature at Lost Corner Preserve.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Environment Sandy Springs launched EcoSleuth, a new program for boys and girls in grades 3-5 and their parents to discover the magic of nature at Lost Corner Preserve.
St. Francis High School hosted the Double Trouble Invitational Tournament with six games to kick off the basketball season Nov. 8.
St. Francis hosts Double Trouble Invitational
St. Francis High School hosted the Double Trouble Invitational Tournament with six games to kick off the basketball season Nov. 8.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
St. Francis High School hosted the Double Trouble Invitational Tournament with six games to kick off the basketball season Nov. 8.
Johns Creek Police Chief Mark Mitchell was front and center at a Nov. 3 City Council work session to sort through a flurry of questions about whether his department is receiving sufficient funding.
Johns Creek Police Chief responds to swirling budget questions
Johns Creek Police Chief Mark Mitchell was front and center at a Nov. 3 City Council work session to sort through a flurry of questions about whether his department is
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November 12, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Johns Creek Police Chief Mark Mitchell was front and center at a Nov. 3 City Council work session to sort through a flurry of questions about whether his department is receiving sufficient funding.
Families flocked to the Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Expo at the Cumming Fairgrounds Nov. 7–8, where vintage machines rumbled and history came alive. Visitors young and old celebrated Forsyth County’s farming heritage and the enduring legacy of tractors.
Forsyth County tractor show digs up agriculture’s history
Perfect fall weather helped attract a steady stream of visitors the final day of the showcase where people mingled, rode on the machines and learned what made them once so
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November 12, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Families flocked to the Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Expo at the Cumming Fairgrounds Nov. 7–8, where vintage machines rumbled and history came alive. Visitors young and old celebrated Forsyth County’s farming heritage and the enduring legacy of tractors.
The Forsyth County Commission approved an extension Nov. 6 of its pause on receiving residential rezonings requests as part of an effort to amend the county’s zoning rules.
Forsyth County extends residential rezoning pause
The Forsyth County Commission approved an extension Nov. 6 of its pause on receiving residential rezonings requests as part of an effort to amend the county’s zoning rules.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The Forsyth County Commission approved an extension Nov. 6 of its pause on receiving residential rezonings requests as part of an effort to amend the county’s zoning rules.
Two full-sized artificial turf fields will be installed at Grimes Bridge Park following action the Roswell City Council’s approval of a $3.5 million contract with Precision Turf at a Nov. 10 meeting.
Roswell approves major upgrades to city parks
Two full-sized artificial turf fields will be installed at Grimes Bridge Park following action the Roswell City Council’s approval of a $3.5 million contract with Precision Turf at a Nov.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Two full-sized artificial turf fields will be installed at Grimes Bridge Park following action the Roswell City Council’s approval of a $3.5 million contract with Precision Turf at a Nov. 10 meeting.
Alpharetta will welcome two new candidates and one incumbent to the city council after the Nov. 4 election.
Three new members join Alpharetta City Council
Alpharetta will welcome two new candidates and one incumbent to the city council after the Nov. 4 election.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Alpharetta will welcome two new candidates and one incumbent to the city council after the Nov. 4 election.
In her bid for a runoff, an Alpharetta City Council candidate says ballots misled voters about how the Nov. 4 municipal election would be determined.
Alpharetta City Council candidate fails in campaign for runoff election
In her bid for a runoff, an Alpharetta City Council candidate says ballots misled voters about how the Nov. 4 municipal election would be determined.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
In her bid for a runoff, an Alpharetta City Council candidate says ballots misled voters about how the Nov. 4 municipal election would be determined.
Fulton County Schools debuted a bi-monthly podcast, “Let’s Talk Schools,” that strives to pull back the curtain on education.
Fulton County Schools launches podcast
Fulton County Schools debuted a bi-monthly podcast, “Let’s Talk Schools,” that strives to pull back the curtain on education.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Fulton County Schools debuted a bi-monthly podcast, “Let’s Talk Schools,” that strives to pull back the curtain on education.
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The American Legion Auxiliary Harold Byrd Unit 66, American Legion Post 66 and the Friends of Decatur Cemetery commemorated Veterans Day on Nov. 11 with a Salute to Veterans ceremony at the Decatur Cemetery.
Salute to Veterans ceremony held at Decatur Cemetery
The American Legion Auxiliary Harold Byrd Unit 66, American Legion Post 66 and the Friends of Decatur Cemetery commemorated Veterans Day on Nov. 11 with a Salute to Veterans ceremony at Decatur Cemete...
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November 12, 2025 at 1:57 AM
The American Legion Auxiliary Harold Byrd Unit 66, American Legion Post 66 and the Friends of Decatur Cemetery commemorated Veterans Day on Nov. 11 with a Salute to Veterans ceremony at the Decatur Cemetery.
Fulton County voters overwhelmingly approved two new property tax breaks for seniors, cutting school tax bills by 25% for those 65+ and 50% for those 70+. The district warns of a $50M loss but says its GLIDE plan will help manage costs and protect classrooms.
Fulton County Schools reacts to passage of senior tax exemptions
Fulton County voters approved two property tax exemptions Nov. 4 that reduce the taxable value of a senior's qualified homestead by a percentage, thereby lowering the amount they owe to
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November 11, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Fulton County voters overwhelmingly approved two new property tax breaks for seniors, cutting school tax bills by 25% for those 65+ and 50% for those 70+. The district warns of a $50M loss but says its GLIDE plan will help manage costs and protect classrooms.
State Sen. Sally Harrell (D-District 40) is forming a bipartisan coalition of elected officials and concerned citizens to address online safety for children during the Georgia General Assembly’s 2026 session.
Legislator workshops legislation to keep kids safe online
State Sen. Sally Harrell (D-District 40) is forming a bipartisan coalition of elected officials and concerned citizens to address online safety for children during the Georgia General Assembly’s 2026 ...
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November 10, 2025 at 10:44 PM
State Sen. Sally Harrell (D-District 40) is forming a bipartisan coalition of elected officials and concerned citizens to address online safety for children during the Georgia General Assembly’s 2026 session.