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The Gist: City officials in Roswell are proposing a change to its public records policy. A draft resolution proposes that public records will only be sent to entities or individuals who provide verifiable names and addresses.

Roswell eyes public records changes

by Thom ChandlerMarch 10, 2023March 10, 2023

CANTON – Former science teacher 65-year-old Robert Allen Vandel, of Canton, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for two counts of child molestation involving a middle schooler who attended Lyndon Academy in Holly Springs.

Crime

Former Science Teacher Sentenced to 20 Years for Child Molestation at Georgia Middle School

by Thom ChandlerMarch 10, 2023

ALPHARETTA -- Lanes will be closed on Highway 9 between Maxwell Road and Old Milton Parkway in the City of Alpharetta Sunday for utility work, according to a statement from the Georgia Department of Transportation.

Traffic & Transportation

Lanes Will Be Closed on Highway 9 in Alpharetta This Weekend

by Thom ChandlerMarch 3, 2023October 10, 2023

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Water Outages in Johns Creek: Here’s What’s Happening

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: The Roswell Police Department has opened a public comment portal in partnership with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies to receive feedback on their compliance with the accreditation standards.

Crime

Sound Off: Here’s how you can tell the Roswell Police Department how they are doing

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 9, 2023February 9, 2023

Did You Know?: If you're involved in a car accident in Georgia with no serious injuries and the vehicles are moveable, you are required by law to move them out of the roadway.

News You Can Use

Know Georgia Law: If you’re in a car accident with no injuries, move your car off the road

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 31, 2023January 31, 2023

ROSWELL -- Governor Brian Kemp today announced that SK Battery America (SKBA) will open a regional IT hub facility in Roswell, creating 200 high-tech jobs and investing approximately $19 million over the next few years.

SK Battery hub will bring 200 high-tech jobs to Roswell

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 26, 2023January 26, 2023

The News: Yesterday, Georgia State Sen. Brandon Beach, a Republican from Alpharetta, introduced Senate Bill 7, also known as the “3G” bill or the “Gangs, Guns, Gone” bill.

Crime

Gangs, Guns, Gone Bill Would Require a 10-year Minimum Sentence When a Gun is Used During a Violent Crime in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 24, 2023October 10, 2023

ALPHARETTA -- In the early hours of Saturday morning Alpharetta firefighters responded to a call for a vehicle crash.

A Truck Crashed Into a Generator in Alpharetta Causing Fuel to Leak Toward a Nearby Waterway

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 22, 2023October 10, 2023

ALPHARETTA -- Alpharetta Restaurant week is returning from Feb. 26 through March 4, with more than 35 local restaurants serving up local flavor to residents and visitors alike.

Food

Alpharetta Restaurant Week Returns in February

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 22, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: The Georgia Department of Transportation and contractor C.W. Matthews will be shifting traffic lanes on Ga. 400 to the right side of the road: northbound and southbound to allow for the construction of a new bridge bent for McGinnis Ferry Road.

Traffic & Transportation

Lanes on Ga. 400 Will Be Shifted This Weekend. Expect Delays

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 20, 2023October 10, 2023

MILTON -- People who live, work, and otherwise have an interest in the future of Crabapple, Milton, and its downtown are invited Thursday to a public workshop focused on what’s being called the District at Mayfield.

The City of Milton wants your input on plans for the Mayfield area

by City ReportsJanuary 18, 2023January 18, 2023

ROSWELL -- Your chance to experience some of Roswell's finest cuisine returns from Jan. 19 through Feb. 5. Get ready for Roswell Restaurant Weeks.

Food

Roswell Restaurant Weeks begins Thursday

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 18, 2023January 18, 2023

Alpharetta ranks 6th among the nation’s top 50 cities for finding new apartments. In addition, it has the highest share of new apartments in top locations — surpassing even Atlanta and Savannah.

Alpharetta is One of the Top Cities in the U.S. for Finding a New Apartment

by Special to The Georgia SunJanuary 14, 2023October 10, 2023

An ex-manager at Houck's Grille in Roswell was sentenced to two years in prison after prosecutors say he used a company credit card to rack up $300,000 in personal visits to adult entertainment clubs.

Crime

Former manager at Houck’s Grille sentenced for embezzling $300,000 from the restaurant

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 5, 2023January 5, 2023

Below are recent restaurant health inspection scores for restaurants in North Fulton County. These reports cover the period from Dec. 20, 2022 to Jan. 2, 2023.

Food

Recent North Fulton restaurant health inspection scores

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 2, 2023September 24, 2023

ALPHARETTA -- It should come as no surprise that the Technology City of The South is also one of the nation's 10 best cities for remote work. Alpharetta -- known for its tech sector jobs and innovation -- ranked No. 6 in a recent study on the best places for remote workers.

Alpharetta Ranked Among the 10 Best Places for Remote Workers

by Thom ChandlerDecember 29, 2022October 10, 2023

ALPHARETTA -- Be part of a 32-year tradition of giving a gift to Mother Nature by recycling your natural Christmas tree during the City of Alpharetta’s Bring One for The Chipper event on Saturday, Jan. 7.

How to Dispose of Your Christmas Tree in Alpharetta

by City ReportsDecember 28, 2022October 10, 2023