Why Sardines Are Disappearing From Some North Atlanta Shelves
Sardines are running low in North Atlanta stores due to global supply issues and rising demand. Major suppliers are limiting exports, leaving familiar brands…
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Primark’s first Georgia store opens Sept. 8, with $15-an-hour jobs in Lawrenceville
Primark will open its first Georgia store on September 8 in Lawrenceville, offering more than 26,000 square feet of retail space and $15-an-hour entry…
The South Has Become America’s Buyer’s Market. The Bargains Come With Questions
Southern housing markets are becoming buyer's markets with more inventory and longer listing times. Buyers have more negotiating power, but rising mortgage rates and…
What North Atlanta Should Know Today, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
Gwinnett DUI cases are under review after inconsistencies. A fatal street-racing crash leads to charges near Duluth. Johns Creek’s new animal-health headquarters now open.…
When Are 2026 Property Taxes Due in North Atlanta?
North Atlanta property tax deadlines differ by county for 2026. North Fulton taxes are due by October 15 and Forsyth’s by November 15. Gwinnett’s…
Atlanta Is Still Gaining Movers. But Where People Leave for Depends Sharply on Age
Atlanta remains a top destination for new residents, ranking ninth nationally for net inbound moves. However, departure destinations vary significantly by generation, with older…
Inside Boehringer’s New Johns Creek Headquarters, Medley Begins to Feel Real
Boehringer Ingelheim has opened its new U.S. Animal Health headquarters in Johns Creek, relocating employees from Duluth to a collaborative workspace within Medley’s expanding…
What North Atlanta Should Know Today
Johns Creek opens a major corporate headquarters while a Forsyth jury acquits a local man. A Duluth blood drive draws hundreds amid a national…
North Atlanta’s Retail Divide: Sales Range From $8,909 to $49,222 Per Resident
Retail sales per resident in North Atlanta cities highlight different commercial focuses. Alpharetta leads with strong retail districts, while Johns Creek and Milton have…
North Atlanta Is Hiring: The Local Jobs Open Right Now
North Atlanta job openings now include warehouse roles, healthcare jobs, corporate positions, and public-sector opportunities in cities and schools. Wages and specializations vary widely.
Milton Creates a New Power Center for Deerfield’s Transformation
Milton activated a new Deerfield-Focused Development Authority to coordinate redevelopment and public projects in its largest commercial area, aiming for a connected, mixed-use future.
Creative Enterprises Opens Expanded Forsyth Campus With Capacity to Serve 200 Adults
Creative Enterprises has opened an expanded Forsyth campus doubling its capacity to 200 adults. The nonprofit offers vocational training and support programs for adults…