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The Gist: Candidates in Alpharetta now have the opportunity to file their qualifying papers to run for Mayor or one of the three City Council seats. The qualifying dates are set for August 21, 22, and 23, during which candidates must file their notice of candidacy between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM at the Office of the City Clerk.
Posted inYour Government

Want to Run for Alpharetta City Council or Mayor? Here’s How

by Thom ChandlerAugust 11, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Candidates in Alpharetta now have the opportunity to file their qualifying papers to run for Mayor or one of the three City Council seats. The qualifying dates are set for August 21, 22, and 23, during which candidates must file their notice of candidacy between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM at the Office […]

The Gist: Antisemitic flyers, similar to those seen in other Georgia cities, have been found in several Alpharetta neighborhoods, sparking an active investigation by local law enforcement.
Posted inYour Community

Hate Hits Home: Alpharetta is the Most Recent City in Georgia Littered with Antisemitic Fliers

by Thom ChandlerAugust 6, 2023October 10, 2023
The Gist: A potentially dangerous fire, which broke out at the rear of a business on Kimball Bridge Road in Alpharetta late Friday, was promptly extinguished by local firefighters, preventing further damage to the structure.
Posted inFire

Fire Breaks Out Near Intersection of Kimball Bridge and Old Milton Roads

by Thom ChandlerJuly 22, 2023October 10, 2023
Rock concert
Posted inEntertainment

Alpharetta: The Ultimate Destination for Live Music Lovers

by Thom ChandlerJune 19, 2023September 24, 2023
The Gist: A juvenile suspect has been arrested by Alpharetta police officers in connection with an accidental shooting at a carnival at North Point Mall.
Posted inCrime

North Point Mall Carnival Shooting Suspect Arrested

by Thom ChandlerJune 10, 2023October 10, 2023
Live music fills the air, and Alpharetta’s toe-tappin’, finger snappin’ lineup is jam-packed with concerts from every genre. Now is the perfect time to push play and start planning a getaway to this music-filled destination. Live music can be found every night of the week   from every corner of the city. Music lovers can find an acoustic artist crooning, a band rocking or a unique musical experience waiting to be seen and heard. With so many concerts to take in, Alpharetta invites travelers to plan a “Push Play On An Alpharetta Music Getaway”!
Posted inEvents

Alpharetta: The Hidden Gem of Live Music in the South

by Thom ChandlerMay 23, 2023September 24, 2023
ROSWELL -- A house fire in the Lakeside at Ansley gated community left a family of nine shaken and two treated for smoke inhalation late last night. The fire occurred on Prado Terrace in Roswell.
Posted inFire

Photos: Major House Fire in Lakeside Ansley Subdivision in Roswell

by Thom ChandlerMay 16, 2023October 10, 2023
The Gist: Webb Bridge Road is buzzing with activity these days. From tree removal to construction, changes are afoot around Alpharetta High School and the Big Creek Greenway, all part of the Webb Bridge Road Improvement Project.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

What’s Happening on Webb Bridge Road in Alpharetta?

by Thom ChandlerMay 13, 2023October 10, 2023
Road Work Ahead Sign with traffic
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

Part of Kimball Bridge Road in Alpharetta Will Be Closed for a Year

by Thom ChandlerMay 5, 2023October 10, 2023
 A 72-year-old Alpharetta businessman pleaded guilty in federal court to bribing two Atlanta city officials in exchange for steering millions of dollars of city business to his company.
Posted inCrime

Alpharetta Businessman Pleads Guilty to Bribing Public Officials

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareApril 22, 2023October 10, 2023
The Gist: Alpharetta law enforcement officials have arrested five suspects and are seeking two more after a successful undercover operation targeting child predators. The operation was a joint effort between the Special Investigations Unit of the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety, Forsyth County Sheriff's Office, and the Fulton County District Attorney's Office.
Posted inCrime

Alpharetta Police Nab Five in Child Exploitation Sting

by Thom ChandlerMarch 29, 2023September 24, 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.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

Lanes Will Be Closed on Highway 9 in Alpharetta This Weekend

by Thom ChandlerMarch 3, 2023October 10, 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.
Posted inCrime

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.
Posted inIn The News

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.
Posted inFood

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.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

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

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 20, 2023October 10, 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.  
Posted inYour Community

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
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.
Posted inBusiness

Alpharetta Ranked Among the 10 Best Places for Remote Workers

by Thom ChandlerDecember 29, 2022October 10, 2023

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