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🚧 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

📊 The Gist: Incumbent Patrick "Pat" Labat won the Democratic primary for Fulton County Sheriff with 54.22% of the vote, securing his position without the need for a runoff and facing no Republican challenger in the general election.

Your Government

Election Results: Fulton County Voters Give Pat Labat Another Term as Sheriff

by Thom ChandlerMay 24, 2024May 24, 2024

😮 The Gist: Milton Police are searching for a suspect involved in a home invasion that occurred midday Monday at a residence on Highgrove Club Drive, prompting a manhunt and temporary school lockdowns in the area.

Crime

Manhunt Underway for Milton Home Invasion Suspect

by Thom ChandlerMay 21, 2024May 21, 2024

Little Girls in Panama Hats Walking

Last Call for Adventure: Limited Spots Available at Autrey Mill Summer Camps

by Thom ChandlerMay 21, 2024May 21, 2024

🇺🇸 The Gist: Roswell is set to host its 25th annual Memorial Day ceremony on May 27, honoring fallen heroes at Roswell City Hall.

Here’s What You Need to Know About Roswell’s 25th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony

by Thom ChandlerMay 16, 2024May 16, 2024

🚒 The Gist: The Roswell Fire Department in Georgia launched a six-month pilot program to test a new 48/96-hour work schedule, aiming to improve firefighter health, well-being, and operational efficiency.

Your Government

Roswell is Changing The Schedule for Firefighters

by Thom ChandlerMay 13, 2024May 13, 2024

🚧 The Gist: The Georgia Department of Transportation announced that the ramp access to Glenridge Connector (Exit 3) from I-285 westbound and Ga. 400 southbound will reopen on Wednesday, May 8, at 5 a.m., ahead of the originally anticipated five-week closure.

Traffic & Transportation

Glenridge Connector Ramp from I-285 West and SR 400 South to Reopen Early on May 8

by Thom ChandlerMay 7, 2024May 7, 2024

🚨 The Gist: Ralph Britt Jr., a long-time employee at Dunwoody Baptist Church involved with children’s programs, has been arrested by Roswell Police on charges related to sexual exploitation of children.

Crime

Dunwoody Church Employee Arrested on Child Exploitation Charges in Roswell

by Thom ChandlerApril 30, 2024April 30, 2024

🏡 The Gist: Milton is organizing a workshop to clarify the roles and responsibilities of HOAs and the City, focusing on issues like permitting and public vs. private property distinctions.

Milton to Host Workshop for HOA Leaders

by Thom ChandlerApril 29, 2024April 29, 2024

📌 The Gist: John McLeod, a 56-year-old man, was reported missing on April 20, after being last spotted driving northbound on Highway 9 at Holcomb Bridge.

Search Underway for Missing Cherokee County Man Last Seen on Highway 9 in Roswell

by Thom ChandlerApril 21, 2024April 21, 2024

🎉 The Gist: Market District Crabapple, a pivotal development in Milton’s emerging downtown, is celebrating its grand opening with a special event on April 25.

Market District Crabapple is About to Open in Milton with a Grand Showcase

by Thom ChandlerApril 17, 2024April 17, 2024

🛑 The Gist: The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced lane closures on Ga. 400 to accommodate bridge replacements and widening at three key overpasses: Pitts Road, Roberts Drive, and Kimball Bridge Road.

Traffic & Transportation

Lane Closures Scheduled for Ga. 400 Bridge Replacement Project

by Thom ChandlerApril 12, 2024April 12, 2024

🔍 The Gist: Alpharetta police arrested Demarcus Johnson on April 5, for the March 11 kidnapping and rape of a female Lyft driver, along with charges of aggravated assault and vehicle theft.

Crime

Lyft Driver Kidnapped, Drugged and Raped in Alpharetta by Her Passenger

by Thom ChandlerApril 9, 2024April 9, 2024

🚧 The Gist: Road construction will begin today in Milton on Hopewell and Francis Roads in Milton, with significant delays expected due to full-depth reclamation and ditch line work, respectively.

Traffic & Transportation

Milton Roadwork Alert: Expect Delays on Hopewell and Francis Roads

by Thom ChandlerApril 8, 2024April 8, 2024

🌐 The Big Picture: The survey's top 10 cities reflect a diverse array of economic strengths, cultural richness, and environmental beauty, from Asheville's artistic vibrancy to Eau Claire's musical heritage. This geographic spread illustrates a broader trend of professionals seeking not just career changes but also lifestyle enhancements.

Two Georgia Cities Named Top Places for Career Changes

by Thom ChandlerMarch 28, 2024March 28, 2024

🚔 The Gist: A police officer in Roswell shot an armed suspect at Mazzy’s Sports Bar and Grill in the early hours of Saturday, following a confrontation where the suspect allegedly pointed a gun at officers. No officers were injured.

Crime

Roswell Police Shoot ‘Unruly Patron’ Who Came to Mazzy’s Sports Bar With a Gun

by Thom ChandlerMarch 23, 2024March 23, 2024

White horse near hay stack during day

Did You Know Milton Has Over 200 Horse Farms?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 21, 2024March 21, 2024

🎶 The Gist: Riverside Sounds, Roswell's celebrated free outdoor concert series, is back this April, featuring a diverse array of musical talent across genres at Roswell Riverside Park.

Riverside Sounds Returns to Roswell Next Month

by Thom ChandlerMarch 21, 2024March 21, 2024