Your Community | Page 2 Of 25 | The Georgia Sun

The ceremony featured 582 pinwheels – each representing a child reported as abused or neglected in Tift County.

More Than 6% of Children in Tift County Are Abused

by B.T. ClarkApril 10, 2025April 10, 2025

Tifton residents now have multiple opportunities to shape their city's future as officials announce openings on seven community volunteer boards.

Want to Make a Difference in Tifton? Here’s How

by B.T. ClarkApril 9, 2025April 9, 2025

Gardeners in Lilburn now have the opportunity to grow their own plants as the Lilburn Community Garden announces bed rentals for the upcoming 2025 season.

Lilburn Community Garden Opens Bed Rentals for 2025 Growing Season

by City ReportsApril 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Downtown Norcross is launching a new valet parking pilot program. Visitors can drop off their vehicles at the valet station in the city parking lot next to The Crossing for $5 per car. Professional valets will park vehicles while visitors enjoy downtown attractions.

New Valet Parking Arrives In Downtown Norcross

by B.T. ClarkMarch 27, 2025March 27, 2025

Downtown shoppers will get nearly 400 new parking spaces by summer 2026 as Roswell moves forward with its long-awaited parking deck.

First Look at Roswell’s Downtown Parking Deck

by B.T. ClarkMarch 26, 2025March 26, 2025

Augusta officials are intensifying enforcement against unauthorized signs on public property, warning that violators could face substantial penalties including jail time.

Augusta’s Sign Crackdown: What You Need to Know

by B.T. ClarkMarch 18, 2025March 18, 2025

The Details: Cobb County Police will conduct training exercises at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre on Floyd Road during the evenings of March 17-21 and March 24, 2025.

If You See A Large Police Presence at Mable House This Week, Don’t Be Alarmed

by B.T. ClarkMarch 16, 2025March 16, 2025

A power outage on East Crogan Street in Lawrenceville is expected to keep many businesses in the dark for most of the day.

Power Outage in Lawrenceville Leaves Businesses in the Dark

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 27, 2025February 27, 2025

The City of Brookhaven has finalized an agreement to acquire the former DeKalb Services Center building, marking the last step in the city's full control of Brookhaven Park. The move comes as Claratel Behavioral Health, which operates in the building, prepares to relocate to a new facility with improved amenities.

Brookhaven Acquires Former DeKalb Services Center in Brookhaven Park

by City ReportsFebruary 26, 2025February 26, 2025

In the wake of Roswell Police Officer Jeremy Labonte’s death in the line of duty on Feb. 7, Roswell Mayor Kurt Wilson has expressed his deep appreciation for the outpouring of support from the community, businesses, and public safety agencies.

Read Roswell Mayor Kurt Wilson’s Tribute to Fallen Police Officer

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 20, 2025

The Hall County Animal Shelter is asking for the community’s help as it faces severe overcrowding, following the recent intake of 67 dogs. The shelter has issued an Urgent Adoption Notice for 18 dogs and is encouraging fostering, adoption, and community support to alleviate space constraints.

The Hall County Animal Shelter Is Overcrowded

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 11, 2025February 11, 2025

Residents who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will soon be able to use their benefits at the Alpharetta Farmers Market. Starting in April, the market will accept Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, making fresh, locally sourced food more accessible to low-income families and seniors.

Alpharetta Farmers Market to Accept SNAP Benefits Starting in April

by City ReportsFebruary 3, 2025

Atlanta is looking to Woodstock as a model for how to build a thriving, walkable downtown. That was one of the big takeaways from Woodstock Mayor Michael Caldwell’s State of the City address on January 31.

Atlanta Looks to Woodstock as an Example of What a Downtown Should Be

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 3, 2025

French bulldog

Hall County Animal Shelter Offers ‘Shelter Speed Dating’ This Month

by County NewsFebruary 3, 2025February 3, 2025

A Tucker family is struggling after a father of three was taken into custody by immigration agents—right outside his church.

Taken At Church: Tucker Man Arrested in Immigration Raid During Worship

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 30, 2025January 30, 2025