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City of Atlanta invites residents on Nov. 16 to discover how former Prison Farm could become a place for nature and healing

Atlanta, Georgia – A place once used for incarceration and agricultural labor could take on a different role in Atlanta: somewhere to walk in nature, learn about the past and make room for reflection. The challenge is giving the former Prison Farm a public future while preserving the history that makes the land significant.

Atlanta, GA · 2d
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Emerson Denies Rezoning, Approves Ferguson Corners Phase

The Emerson City Council has denied a rezoning request for a small commercial property on State Route 293. At Monday night’s regular meeting, the council held a second reading of the request for 0.32 acres at 647 State Route 293. Property owner Mayinampati Rathnam sought to rezone the land so vehicles could be repaired there. Assistant City Manager Todd Heath told council the original application asked for community retail commercial zoning. Before the meeting, the applicant changed the request to neighborhood retail commercial under a special use permit. All five council members voted to deny it.

Emerson, GA · 2d

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Declining enrollment could mean school closures, campus consolidations in metro Atlanta county

Three schools in North Fulton County could close in the coming years as Fulton County Schools considers consolidating campuses amid declining enrollment.

Fulton County, GA · 22h

Marietta Daily Journal

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AROUND TOWN: Democratic takeover of Cobb school board puts Ragsdale's future in question

Big changes are coming to the Cobb County Board of Education. Last week, Democrat Micheal Garza unseated three-term Republican incumbent and David Chastain in the race for the Post 4 seat on the school board. The win gives Democrats their first majority on the board in decades. Garza won with 54.85% of the vote over Chastain’s 45.15%. Garza earned 25,493 votes in total, compared to Chastain’s 20,982, according to the Georgia secretary of state’s election results. Results were certified by the Cobb Elections Board Monday Garza is set to flip the board to a 4-3 Democratic majority when he is sworn in January. “Yes, the board has flipped. The dynamics will change with a new board member, so we will see what that looks like,” Democratic board member Nichelle Davis of Post 6 told the Journal. “But the long story short is, of course, the goal is getting things done for our students. So I’m looking forward to welcoming him and doing that.” In a video posted to his Facebook page Sunday, Republican John Cristadoro, who represents Post 5 on the school board, said he did not view the widespread Democratic victories down the ballot as “a massive call for

Cobb County, GA · 3d

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Historic cemetery files for bankruptcy months after state investigates misplaced bodies reports

A historic Atlanta cemetery previously accused of fraud after about 20 people were found in the wrong graves declared bankruptcy.

Atlanta, GA · 2d

Marietta Daily Journal

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Mableton approves installment plan for homeowners struggling to pay new tax

MABLETON — Eligible Mableton homeowners facing financial hardship can pay the city's new public safety tax in installments rather than pay the full amount. The program does not waive tax payment or create exemptions, but allows participants to pay in monthly installments through April 5, 2027, alongside any accrued interest, instead of the Dec. 4 due date. The Mableton City Council passed the installment plan Tuesday in a 6-0 vote with Councilman Ron Davis absent. The council created the tax, set at 4.5 mills, a number used to calculate property taxes, to pay for public safety in the city, including payments to Cobb County for police services, two one-year agreements totaling $22.5 million. The city is also using the fund to establish its own police department by June 1. Mayor Michael Owens said the program was developed after the city heard citizens' calls for relief. "The bottom line is this hardship relief program was created because of a need that we know citizens have," he said. The city is unable to waive interest payments because it is mandated by the state. According to Finance Director Karen Ellis, the interest on the deferred payments is 10%. The program is open to

Mableton, GA · 1d

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Acworth honors 100-year-old veteran

Richard Stroud, a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, was honored at Pickens Mill Elementary School’s annual Veterans Day ceremony in Acworth. Stroud, who turned 100 in September, said the recognition was a surprise and that he was “glad to still be here.”

Acworth, GA · 1d

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Cobb schools offer out-of-district enrollment as student numbers decline

Families across Georgia can apply to send their children to select Cobb County schools through a new tuition-based enrollment program.

Cobb County, GA · 1d

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More Georgia students are turning to the trades. Meet the ‘toolbelt generation’

AGC Georgia's skills challenge in Marietta highlights the growing interest in construction careers among students.

Marietta, GA · 2d

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Rainbow Village receives $1.1 million federal grant to expand housing and services for homeless families

Rainbow Village is receiving a $1.1 million federal investment to help expand housing and support services for families experiencing homelessness, marking a significant milestone in the nonprofit’s ongoing efforts to address housing instability across Metro Atlanta. Approximately two years into its Building Homes, Building Hope Capital Campaign, the organization was awarded the funding through the Congressionally Directed Community Project Funding (CPF) process, administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funding was secured through the efforts of Senator Raphael Warnock. The investment comes as Rainbow Village prepares for one of the most transformative expansions in its 35-year history. Plans call for the construction of 36 additional apartments on its campus, increasing its residential capacity from 30 to 66 families. Beyond expanding its housing options, the federal funding will help strengthen the organization’s programs, services and infrastructure to accommodate the growing number of families it serves. “Too many Georgia families are struggling to keep up with rising housing costs, making the need for affordable housing increasingly urgent,” Warnock said. “I’m glad this federal funding is going towards Rainbow Village Inc. to support the construction of transitional housing for Georgians experiencing homelessness in Gwinnett County. Affordable housing provides

Atlanta Metropolitan Area, GA · 2d

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Cobb Chamber to spotlight Smyrna Connects on Nov. 19

The Cobb Chamber’s Smyrna Area Council will spotlight a new initiative to bring residents into conversations with city leaders and announce the 2026 Smyrna Citizen of the Year on Thursday, Nov. 19, at Brawner Hall. Bridges Holmes, founder and chief adviser of Moray Advisors, will discuss how Smyrna Connects...

Smyrna, GA · 1d

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Roswell to host hazardous waste day for residents on Nov. 14

ROSWELL, Ga. — The city of Roswell invites residents to experience two free opportunities to help make Roswell cleaner on Nov. 14. From 8:30 - 11 a.m., Roswell residents are invited to Household Hazardous Waste Day, a time to safely dispose of unsafe items around the home. Held at the Hembree facility at 1810 Hembree Road, the event is open to Roswell residents only.

Roswell, GA · 3d

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Cobb weekend events include a parade, pickleball and opera

Here is a list of a few things to do in Cobb County this weekend: Friday, November 13 to Sunday, November 15. Be sure to check the information in the provided links to verify time and date, and to check for any changes, cancellations or sell-outs (also for any mistakes that we at the Courier might have made in transcribing the event information … we are not infallible :-).

Cobb County, GA · 15h

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Celebrate the Holidays in Smyrna with Events Throughout December

Dec. 1 – Home for the Holidays & Kris Kringle Market. Dec. 5 – 6 – Smyrna Handmade Holiday Market
. Dec. 7 – Smyrna Menorah Lighting and Giant Squishy Gelt Drop. Dec. 12 – Blanket Concert Series, featuring Gwen Hughes. Dec. 13 – American Mah...

Smyrna, GA · 14h

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As Georgia communities restrict data centers, one city considers lifting its ban

The mayor says the restrictions would also help keep data centers away from schools, churches and residential areas.

Marietta, GA · 15h

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This free outdoor Christkindl Market is coming to Metro ATL, just 30 minutes from Atlanta & it’s absolutely gigantic

The holiday season is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to get into the festive spirit! If you’re looking for an amazing holiday market to check out, you’ve gotta hit up the Christkindl Market in Roswell, GA! Keep scrolling for all the details. A German...

Roswell, GA · 2d

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Veterans Day in metro Atlanta: Where to find ceremonies and a parade

Communities across metro Atlanta are honoring those who served in the U.S. military with Veterans Day ceremonies and a parade.

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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Major Road, Bridge and Sidewalk Projects Through 2030

The Cartersville-Bartow Metropolitan Planning Organization’s newly approved Fiscal Year 2027-2030 Transportation Improvement Program directs more than $92 million toward road, bridge, sidewalk, and transit projects across Bartow County. The largest single project widens Douthit Ferry Road from Old Alabama Road to State Route 113. It replaces the bridge over...

Bartow County, GA · 1d

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Dickerson and Kell renovations on Cobb school board agenda

The Cobb Board of Education on Thursday will be asked to hire architects to begin renovation projects at Dickerson Middle School and Kell High School. Agenda items for both projects will be presented at a work session that starts at 2 p.m. and action is scheduled at a voting session beginning at 7 p.m.

Marietta, GA · 1d

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Atlanta announces water bill assistance as city helps struggling families manage rising household expenses

Atlanta, Georgia – A late water bill can compete with the next grocery trip, the rent payment or the cost of getting to work. For Atlanta households trying to catch up, the city is offering a way to spread out overdue payments without adding interest. The Department of Watershed...

Atlanta, GA · 2d