Milton Asks What It Will Take to Keep Its Horse Farms and Large Lots
Milton invites horse farm and large-lot owners to a public session to discuss challenges in holding onto their properties and ideas for preservation.
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A Day in Madison: Coffee, Old Houses and Time Around the Square
Madison offers a day of historic exploration with a walking tour of old homes, coffee at a vintage Sinclair gas station, and guided house…
Brookhaven Approves $750,000 Land Purchase to Expand Lynwood Park
Brookhaven will buy 1.3 acres to expand Lynwood Park, protecting mature trees and supporting stormwater management in the historic District 1 neighborhood.
Five Fall Weekends Within Driving Distance of North Atlanta
Discover five fall weekend destinations near North Atlanta offering mountain retreats, lively downtowns, and family-friendly outings for a perfect autumn escape.
A Development Was Approved Near Your Home. What Happens Next?
Votes to approve new neighborhoods or shopping centers in Johns Creek and Forsyth County mark a step forward but don’t mean immediate construction. Residents…
Why Forsyth County’s Tap Water Can Taste Earthy in Fall
Forsyth County’s tap water can develop an earthy taste in fall caused by natural compounds from Lake Lanier. These compounds are harmless but may…
Milton Is Reconsidering How Every Home’s Trash Gets Collected
Milton is exploring new approaches to trash and recycling collection with a draft plan that may centralize services and improve standards. The city's current…
Why Your Neighborhood Stormwater Pond Isn’t Just Scenery
Stormwater ponds at neighborhood edges in North Atlanta manage rainwater runoff to reduce flooding and pollution. Their maintenance varies by ownership, requiring regular inspection…
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 owner consent…
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 made such…
This 1968 Train Caboose Is Now One of Georgia’s Most Unusual Getaways
A restored 1968 railroad caboose near Jasper, Georgia, now serves as a cozy mountain guesthouse. It offers a unique overnight stay for small families…