Gwinnett’s New Blight Tax Could Make Neglected Properties Much More Expensive to Hold
Gwinnett County’s new tax targets blighted properties by increasing the county tax rate sevenfold until issues are fixed. The program aims to revitalize aging…
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Medley Johns Creek: What Residents Need to Know Before the October Opening
Medley in Johns Creek is preparing for its October opening with retail, offices, and residences already active. The phased development will bring restaurants, a…
Renting or Buying? North Atlanta’s Suburbs Tell a Different Housing Story
Households in North Atlanta face rising home prices and mortgage rates that make renting more affordable, though buying offers equity and stability. Costs vary…
What North Atlanta Should Know Today
A regional housing plan targets 367,000 new homes by 2035 across Fulton, Forsyth and Gwinnett counties. Local hiring events, transportation updates and changes to…
Roswell Resume Clinic Gives Job Seekers a Head Start on October Hiring Fair
North Fulton Community Charities offers a free resume clinic in Roswell on Sept. 23 ahead of an Oct. 6 job fair. Assistance includes resume…
Alpharetta Hiring Events Tuesday Offer Telecom Field Work and Retail Sales Jobs
Two Alpharetta hiring events on Tuesday feature openings in telecommunications field work and retail sales. Opportunities range from fiber splicing to sales associate roles,…
North Atlanta Car Shoppers May See Fewer Bargains Online
Car buyers in North Atlanta might see fewer discounts advertised online as new manufacturer rules take effect. Local dealers still offer deals but require…
SK Battery America Says Commerce Workforce Has Held Steady at About 1,600
SK Battery America’s Commerce plant holds about 1,600 employees following layoffs earlier this year, as it shifts focus toward energy storage alongside electric vehicles.…
How 4.5 Million Border Migrants Reshaped the Sun Belt’s Population Map
Millions of border migrants settled across the Sun Belt, not just in familiar hubs. Florida leads, but new migration corridors extend to Georgia, Texas,…
Why Shaq Is Towering Over North Atlanta’s Cereal Aisles
Shaquille O’Neal appears in a life-size display at North Atlanta grocery stores as part of General Mills’ Biggest Fan Contest. The campaign celebrates cereal…
What Is Actually Disappearing From Grocery Shelves Across Georgia?
Georgia grocery shelves show occasional gaps driven by supply pressures in beef and orange juice along with recall-related removals. These shortages vary by store…
From Gwinnett to Miami, Five Creators Turning Online Fame Into Millions
From Gwinnett to Miami, creators like Druski and Alix Earle are turning social media fame into multimillion-dollar businesses. Their ventures span advertising, beauty, retail,…