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As the mercury drops, Alpharetta's culinary scene is heating up with comforting dishes and seasonal sips designed to chase away the winter chills. Here's your guide to the best spots to warm up and satisfy your cravings.

Food

Warm Winter Eats Heat Up Alpharetta’s Dining Scene

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 23, 2025

The University of Georgia Alumni Association released the 2025 Bulldog 100, a list of the 100 fastest-growing businesses owned or led by UGA graduates. The program, organized by the Division of Development & Alumni Relations, celebrates 15 years of honoring alumni and their entrepreneurial endeavors.

Top 100 UGA Alumni Businesses of 2025 Revealed

by Rachel Andrews | UGA TodayDecember 11, 2024December 11, 2024

The holiday season is brimming with festive events, delectable dining, and, of course, shopping for those perfect gifts that bring joy to your loved ones.

Discover Alpharetta’s Best Holiday Shopping Spots

by B.T. ClarkNovember 27, 2024March 20, 2025

The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety is inviting the community to join a donation drive to help local families stay warm this winter.

Alpharetta Hosts Winter Coat and Sleeping Bag Drive for Families in Need

by B.T. ClarkNovember 16, 2024November 16, 2024

The annual Season of Celebration returns to downtown Alpharetta this year, launching with the Alpharetta Tree Lighting on Saturday, November 23, from 5 to 9 p.m.

Alpharetta Tree Lighting 2024: What You Need to Know

by B.T. ClarkNovember 12, 2024November 12, 2024

An Alpharetta couple has been arrested on charges of cruelty to children and battery after they allegedly used a cattle prod to discipline a 12-year-old boy, according to police. The boy reported the abuse at school, leading to the couple’s arrest.

Crime

Parents Accused of Using Cattle Prod on Their Son: What We Know

by Amelia NelsonNovember 11, 2024November 11, 2024

Alpharetta residents, it’s time to show off your spooky side. The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety has launched a Halloween House contest, inviting residents to showcase their Halloween decorations for a shot at the title of Alpharetta’s Spookiest Halloween House.

Alpharetta’s Spookiest House: How to Enter the Halloween Decorating Contest

by Thom ChandlerOctober 26, 2024October 26, 2024

A Georgia man, Cylester Maxwell, has been arrested for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot. Charged with multiple felonies including assaulting law enforcement, he was identified in footage participating in confrontations with police and entering restricted Capitol grounds. The case involves agencies like the FBI and U.S. Attorney's Office.

Crime

Alpharetta Man Arrested in January 6 Attack on The Capitol

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 21, 2024

The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety is asking for your help finding 13-year-old Janiya Freselia, who was last seen at her home on Wander Lane around 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 5.

Have You Seen Missing Alpharetta 13-Year-Old Janiya Freselia

by Thom ChandlerOctober 6, 2024

The Details: The air quality concerns stem from an incident at BioLab, where chlorine gas, a harmful irritant, was detected by EPA and EPD air quality surveys. However, BioLab has yet to release any information on the chemicals involved, leaving the public reliant on EPA reports to understand the full extent of the risk instead of information from BioLab on which chemicals they know were involved.

We Finally Know What Chemicals Are in the Air in Rockdale After BioLab Fire

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 30, 2024September 30, 2024

A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Justin Mourning, 24, in downtown Alpharetta on Wednesday night. The suspect, Jaden Lewis, of Milton, was taken into custody less than 24 hours after the shooting.

Crime

21-Year-Old Arrested in Downtown Alpharetta Shooting

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 13, 2024

Alpharetta police are asking for the public's help to identify a person of interest linked to a shooting late Wednesday near Highway 9 and Milton Avenue. The shooting, which occurred just after 11 p.m., left one person injured and in the hospital.

Crime

Shooting in Downtown Alpharetta: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

FBI Atlanta is working to identify potential victims in its ongoing investigation into Drive Planning LLC, a company based in Alpharetta, Georgia.

FBI Asks Investors in Alpharetta Company to Come Forward

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 3, 2024September 3, 2024

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Pets

Alpharetta Might Actually Be Dog Heaven: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerJuly 26, 2024July 26, 2024

In a survey conducted by MarketBeat.com, Alpharetta emerged as the 10th best city for startups, standing out as a 'hidden gem' for entrepreneurs.

Alpharetta Ranks Among Top 10 ‘Hidden Gem’ Cities for Startups

by Thom ChandlerJuly 15, 2024

📜 The Gist: The Fulton County Sheriff is being sued by an Alpharetta-based tech company for allegedly breaching a contract. The lawsuit claims the Sheriff's Office failed to pay for services rendered.

Your Government

The Fulton County Sheriff is Being Sued by an Alpharetta Tech Company: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerJune 8, 2024June 8, 2024

On August 28, 2023, Maury-Ange Faith Martinez, a 20-year-old resident of Alpharetta went missing. Initially reported in Gwinnett County, her disappearance puzzled investigators and concerned her family and community.

The Disappearance and Death of Maury-Ange Faith Martinez: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMay 31, 2024May 31, 2024

🚧 The Gist: On Tuesday, May 28, the northbound lanes of Westside Parkway between Maxwell Road and Hembree Road will be closed from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for a scene investigation related to a fatal accident on May 14.

Traffic & Transportation

Road Closure Set for Tuesday on Westside Parkway for Accident Investigation

by Thom ChandlerMay 26, 2024May 26, 2024