Business & Development
Medley Job Fair Looks to Fill 300 Positions Ahead of Johns Creek Opening
Medley in Johns Creek is hosting a job fair to fill more than 300 positions in retail, restaurants, and hospitality ahead of its October grand opening.
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Business & Development
Home Insurance Is at a Record High. Greenville Just Saw the Nation’s Biggest Increase
Home insurance costs in Greenville surged nearly 16%, the top increase nationally, reflecting rising housing expenses even inland. Weather risks and rebuilding…
At Read It Again, the Bookstore Comeback Is About Community
Read It Again, an independent bookstore near Johns Creek, is thriving with stronger sales and a focus on community. Owner Kim McNamara…
Sugar Hill Is Hiring for Mapping and Creative Media Roles
Sugar Hill is offering two full-time openings for a GIS Specialist and a Marketing & Creative Content Coordinator to support city operations…
Community
Johns Creek Native to Lead Medley’s Concierge Team Ahead of October Opening
Johns Creek native Madilyn Browning will lead guest services for Medley’s upcoming opening. The development combines retail, residential, office, and arts spaces.
Where to Feel the Coming of Fall Around North Atlanta
The autumnal equinox gently ushers in fall around North Atlanta with subtle changes in light and nature. Festivals, markets, and nature walks…
He Left the Ring. Now Tommy Phillips Is Building a Wrestling Territory in Alpharetta
Tommy Phillips is creating Georgia Pro Wrestling in Alpharetta to revive local wrestling with family-friendly entertainment and emerging talent. The promotion debuts…
Weekend Events
Food & Drink
Corner Sushi & Hibachi Opens on Roswell’s Market Boulevard
Corner Sushi & Hibachi has opened in Roswell, offering specialty sushi selections alongside hibachi and classic Japanese dishes. The restaurant serves lunch…
Chuan Tasty Brings Sichuan Dumplings and Dan Dan Noodles to Windward Parkway
Chuan Tasty recently opened on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta, showcasing Sichuan specialties like dumplings and dan dan noodles alongside classic Chinese favorites.
OCT Chai Bar Nears Opening in Roswell With Regional Indian Teas and a Reading Lounge
OCT Chai Bar is nearing its Roswell opening with a focus on fresh Indian teas and chai. The café includes a cozy…
Paris Baguette Sets Sept. 16 Opening in Alpharetta’s Lakeview District
Paris Baguette is set to open September 16 in Alpharetta’s Lakeview district. The bakery café will offer French-style pastries, Korean-inspired treats, and…
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Charlotte Is Turning a Nearly Empty Office Tower Into 399 Apartments and a W Hotel
A Charlotte office tower once mostly empty is being converted into hundreds of apartments and the city’s first W Hotel, marking a…
The Data-Center Boom Needs Factories, Too. This Texas Plant Is Heading Toward 4,000 Workers
Wiwynn is rapidly growing its manufacturing plant in Socorro, Texas, to support data center infrastructure with thousands of new jobs. This expansion…
Arizona’s $7 Billion Chip Project Just Became a $12 Billion Project
Amkor Technology is increasing its Peoria semiconductor campus investment to $12 billion, driven by growing AI and computing needs. The expansion will…
A $5.8 Billion Steel Mill Is Coming to Louisiana. The Average Job Is Expected to Pay $95,000
Hyundai-POSCO is building a $5.8 billion steel mill near Donaldsonville, Louisiana, expected to create 1,300 jobs averaging $95,000. Production should start by…
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Travel & Nature
Roswell Area Park Pond Reopens After $3.1 Million Restoration
Roswell Area Park pond reopens following a $3.1 million restoration to improve stormwater infrastructure, habitat, and walking trails.
Peachtree Corners Moves From Deer Study to Controlled Removal
Peachtree Corners moves to controlled deer removal through a federal partnership after finding a deer population nearly eight times sustainable levels. Property…
Europe Is Becoming North Atlanta’s Summer Vacation
North Atlanta residents are traveling to Europe more frequently for summer vacations. Direct flights from Atlanta and the area's international community have…
Real Estate
New Model Home Opens as Coal Mountain’s Mixed-Use Community Takes Shape
The Crossing at Coal Mountain unveils a new model home, marking progress in the north Forsyth County mixed-use development. The townhome offers…
A $100,000 Household Can Afford Just 38% of Metro Atlanta Listings
Metro Atlanta offers more homes than buyers, but affordability remains limited. Households earning $100,000 can afford only about 38% of the listings,…
Sandy Springs Completes $4.33 Million Incentive Deal for North River Shopping Center Redevelopment
Sandy Springs has approved a $4.33 million incentive deal to support Woodfield Development’s plan to transform North River Shopping Center into a…
Local Services
Fulton Restarts Free Friday Weddings—But Couples Still Need $68.50
Fulton County resumes its Forever Fridays program, offering free group wedding ceremonies. Couples must still pay a $68.50 license fee, but the…
Why Johns Creek and South Forsyth Still Don’t Have a Nearby Public Pool
Residents of Johns Creek and South Forsyth face challenges accessing public swimming pools, relying on distant centers or private clubs. New recreation…
Tidwell Park Is Now Closed. The Three-Year Lake Lanier Detour Has Begun
Tidwell Park is now closed for a three-year construction project to build a new raw-water intake for Forsyth County. Boaters will need…
