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Cherokee Tribune

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Cherokee County approves intersection improvement project

Improvements are coming to a congested intersection in east Cherokee County. On Tuesday, the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to award a $1,754,149 construction services agreement to R&B Developer, Inc. to improve the intersection of Holbrook Campground Road and Midway Road. This intersection is located about two miles south of Highway 20 in eastern Cherokee County. Holbrook Campground Road is a two-lane roadway that runs between Highway 20 and the Fulton County line. Midway Road is a two-lane roadway that runs between Holbrook Campground Road, eventually becoming Windward Parkway in Fulton County. The intersection is a "badly skewed 'T' intersection" with a single stop on Midway Road, according to the county, and experiences congestion in the peak periods in the morning and afternoon. This project will "correct intersection geometry," change the through movement to Midway Road and make stormwater drainage improvements, Cherokee County Manager Geoff Morton said Tuesday. Construction is expected to be completed about 180 days after the notice to proceed is issued to the contractor. The project is funded by Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax funds and is the first capital improvement project to be constructed under the referendum, Morton said. "We started receiving

Cherokee County, GA · 1d

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Rick Jackson, Georgia Republican gubernatorial candidate, seen in line to vote on Election Day

Lines are starting to form outside polling places — including in Forsyth County, where Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson could be seen.

Forsyth County, GA · 3d
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Cherokee County rezones more properties leaving Holly Springs

Cherokee County leaders have approved five more rezonings of properties that are scheduled to leave the city limits of Holly Springs Jan. 1 as a result of state law. The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved five board-initiated deannexations and rezonings Tuesday. Commissioners have now approved 16 deannexations and rezonings since September. All of these properties are currently scheduled to leave the city limits of Holly Springs and be returned to unincorporated Cherokee County as a result of House Bill 1029 , effective Jan. 1. The five most recent approved board-initiated deannexations and rezonings are: 436 Twin Lakes Drive: rezone 3.11 acres from city of Holly Springs Single-Family Residential (R-40) to Cherokee County Single-Family Residential (R-40).Holly Springs Parkway and Misty Hollow Way: rezone 2.16 acres from city of Holly Springs General Commercial (GC) to Cherokee County General Commercial (GC). Three commercial properties will be zoned general commercial as a restricted use. The current automotive uses are allowed given that the tenants adhere to the GC restricted use conditions.Kelly Scott - Allstate Insurance and Krav Maga Forge Holly Springs: rezone the two properties located on a combined 1.96 acres along Hickory Road from city of Holly Springs Neighborhood Commercial (NC)

Cherokee County, GA · 1d

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With over 1.2 million dazzling lights, the largest residential Christmas light display in Georgia is tucked away in a neighborhood just 30 minutes from Atlanta—famously featured on ABC’s ‘Great Christmas Light Fight’

Step into a massive wonderland of lights, just outside of the ATL this winter at Lights of Joy! This sprawling Christmas light display has more than 1.2 million dazzling lights… and you don’t want to miss it. Keep scrolling for all the details on this must-see experience!. What...

Kennesaw, GA · 1d
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Woman swept away by north Georgia floodwaters identified

Murray County Medical Examiner’s office identified the driver as Julie Barrs, 56, of Ellijay.

Murray County, GA · 14h

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Fannin County mudslides trigger urgent warnings

Catastrophic flash flooding and mountain mudslides triggered a particularly dangerous situation warning across Fannin and Gilmer counties late Wednesday, trapping water inside homes along Busy Head Road and threatening mountain routes along Highway 76.

Gilmer County, GA · 2d

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Roswell seeks developers for former Independence High site

ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Downtown Development Authority (DDA) issued a request for proposals Sept. 24, seeking developers for a mixed-use redevelopment of the approximately 5.39-acre former Independence High School site. Responses were due by Nov. 2. Financing proposals will be reviewed alongside the developer proposals. The site, at...

Roswell, GA · 1d

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Lake Lanier Falls More Than Eight Feet Below Full Pool as Drought Operations Begin

Lake Lanier is more than eight feet below its full-pool benchmark as federal drought operations begin, putting the lake’s falling water level back in focus for shoreline residents and boaters. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began drought operations Monday, Nov. 2, as Lanier reached its lowest level since...

Gainesville, GA · 2d

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Milton property tax bills in the mail and available online

MILTON, Ga. — Residents can now access their municipal property tax bills online, and officials said paper copies should be hitting mailboxes around Milton soon. Payments must be received or postmarked by Jan. 7 to avoid late charges. Residents who do not receive a paper bill by Nov. 16...

Milton, GA · 20h

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Milton honors three new members on its wall of fame

MILTON, Ga. — The city of Milton inducted three new members to its Wall of Fame on Oct. 24, with ceremony speakers touching on the past, present and future of athletics in the community. The ceremony was held at Bell Memorial Park, where the physical wall stands along the...

Milton, GA · 1d

Marietta Daily Journal

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AROUND TOWN: Georgia’s last Democratic governor has advice for its next one

The day after Georgia elected its first Democratic governor in over two decades, the last person to hold that distinction spoke in Cobb County. Roy Barnes, who served as Georgia’s governor from 1999 to 2003, addressed the Rotary Club of Marietta Wednesday. Georgia’s last Democratic governor opened his remarks by joking that he didn’t know what to talk about. He went on to analyze the 2026 midterm election results from the night before, and gave his perspective on why the Democratic Party had such banner results across the nation. Barnes chalked up the widespread Democratic victories to national frustrations with President Donald Trump’s administration. “Donald Trump crisscrossed primarily the Southeast and Midwest, and told the crowds that were listening, ‘Vote like I'm on the ballot,’” he said. “And they did.” Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms was elected as Georgia’s first Democratic mayor in over two decades since Barnes left office, and became the first Black woman to be elected governor of any state. Barnes expressed optimism about Bottoms’ future as governor, noting she will be Georgia’s first governor since 1966 to not come through the Georgia General Assembly. “I think it's going to be a learning curve for her,”

Georgia · 12h

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Taste of Kennesaw- Sat.Nov. 7 : Bring Your Appetite

The Kennesaw Business Association and the City of Kennesaw invite you and your family to sample over 30 local restaurants from the Kennesaw and Cobb County area. Who doesn’t like to eat? This is a great way to sample all your favorite restaurants again and again!. Admission to the...

Kennesaw, GA · 3d

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Flooding washes out bridge, closes roads across Gilmer County

Dangerous floodwaters tore through Gilmer County, washing out roads, destroying culverts and collapsing a bridge. Heavy rainfall from Wednesday night damaged at least 18 roadway locations across the county, leaving hidden erosion hazards under pavement. County repair crews and emergency personnel are working to assess widespread damage while officials urge...

Gilmer County, GA · 22h

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Georgia's largest battery storage facility unveiled

Across 40 acres in Cherokee County, banks of Tesla batteries store something Georgians depend on every day: electricity for when they need it most.

Cherokee County, GA · 12h

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Billion-dollar Bartow County data center plan sparks pushback from residents

Plans to build a sprawling, billion-dollar data center in Bartow County are drawing opposition from some residents. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] The data center received approval this week for a site off State Route 293. The 560-acre site is expected to be cleared to make way for a 350,000-square-foot computing facility. Angela Hogue, who lives in Bartow County, says she and her husband are against the project. “My husband and I don’t agree with it,” Hogue said. Hogue says she’s flat-out against Bartow County and Kingston becoming home to another data center in Georgia. Many residents who oppose data centers claim they cause environmental damage, increased water consumption, higher electric bills and noise. “I hate them, honestly. They’re taking over everywhere you look. They’re putting up another one,” said James Nation, another Bartow County resident. “It’s just not something we need out here,” said Dana Nation. TRENDING STORIES: Recall alert: Popular blood pressure medication recalled Woman found dead inside Loews Atlanta hotel room, man charged with murder 11-night cruise canceled after Coast Guard detains ship But the city government of Kingston, which has a population of just over 700, believes it needs the

Bartow County, GA · 3d

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Game of the Week – Lumpkin County vs Franklin County

Game of the Week – Lumpkin County vs Franklin County Our Game of the Week takes us to The Burial Grounds for the third time in 2026, as the Indians and Franklin County put a bow on the box of the ’26 season. RELATED Week 12 Northeast Georgia matchups Lumpkin County By most measures, this team has exceeded expectations. After graduating so much key tal…

Lumpkin County, GA · 11h

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This Hidden Secondhand Bookstore In Georgia Will Make You Feel Like You’re Inside A Novel

Some places don’t just sell you something. They pull you in, wrap you up, and make you forget you had anywhere else to be. That’s exactly what happens at The Crazy Book Lady in Acworth, Georgia, a secondhand bookstore that feels less like a shop and more like a portal to somewhere wonderful.

Acworth, GA · 7d

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Roswell to repurpose historic lodge as a public arts space

ROSWELL, Ga. — The city of Roswell is currently exploring ways to redevelop the historic Masonic Lodge Building on Alpharetta Street. The Roswell City Council on Oct. 13 approved a resolution authorizing the Roswell Development Authority to negotiate the building's redevelopment. The authority can now seek a qualified developer...

Roswell, GA · 1d

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Fulton Schools sets Roswell meetings on redistricting maps

ROSWELL, Ga. — Fulton County Schools will present draft attendance zone maps for Region C, its schools north of the Chattahoochee River, at two upcoming community meetings in Roswell. The draft maps are part of the school district’s redistricting planning. The first meeting, which will focus on elementary schools,...

Roswell, GA · 21h

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Forsyth County to consider retail code changes, moratorium

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Commission will discuss revisions to portions of the Unified Development Code relating to retail businesses and a potential moratorium at a Nov. 5 meeting. The meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m. at 110 E. Main St. in Cumming. To view an agenda...

Forsyth County, GA · 2d