North Atlanta’s Workplace Pay Gap Reaches Nearly $34,000 Across County Lines
Recent data shows Fulton County jobs pay about $34,000 more annually than Forsyth jobs, but Forsyth households report much higher incomes. This difference highlights…
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North Atlanta Added 11,184 Residents. Three Cities Accounted for More Than All of the Net Growth
North Atlanta’s population increased by more than 11,000 residents, mainly in Cumming, Sugar Hill, and Suwanee. Some cities experienced losses, highlighting uneven growth across…
What North Atlanta Should Know Today. Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026
North Atlanta braces for extended dangerous heat as Alpharetta pushes forward with plans to redevelop North Point Mall. Key updates include a proposed arena,…
Fulton Will Cover Up to $7,000 of a New Hire’s Wages. North Fulton Employers Can Apply
Fulton County's expanded program reimburses North Fulton employers up to $7,000 per new hire during on-the-job training. It helps smaller businesses by sharing wage…
Caterpillar Opens New Electric-Power Jobs in Alpharetta, With Pay Reaching $192,710
Caterpillar is actively hiring in Alpharetta for multiple roles in its Electric Power Division, including facilities maintenance and high-level engineering positions. Salaries range widely,…
15 Companies Added or Moved More Than 1,300 Jobs Into Alpharetta in a Year
Fifteen companies expanded or relocated to Alpharetta in the past year, creating over 1,300 jobs and investing more than $73 million in the area.…
Suwanee Factory Promised 300 Jobs. The Hiring Is Now Taking Shape
Socomec’s new plant in Suwanee marks a significant manufacturing investment with current job openings in engineering, accounting, and safety. The company plans to create…
North Atlanta Pay Raises Are Cooling as Wage Growth Slips Below U.S. Pace
North Atlanta private-sector wage increases have slowed to 2.6%, trailing the national rate of 3.1%. Despite this, job growth and investments continue in key…
Wellstar Cuts 761 Administrative Jobs Across Georgia
Wellstar Health System has eliminated 761 administrative positions across Georgia, focusing on management roles and preserving clinical staff. The impact on North Fulton jobs…
Lennar Opens Estates at Yellow Creek in Cumming With Homes Starting in the High $700,000s
Lennar opens Estates at Yellow Creek in Cumming, offering spacious single-family homes starting in the high $700,000s. The community provides large floor plans and…
Roswell Rejects 62-Townhome Plan for Old Roswell Road
Roswell rejected a proposal for 62 townhomes on Old Roswell Road, preserving commercial zoning and upholding environmental protections. The council’s narrow vote reflects the…
Peachtree Corners Gains Major Electrical Training Center as Georgia’s Skilled-Trade Pipeline Expand
A new electrical training center in Peachtree Corners offers expanded apprenticeship opportunities and workforce development in the growing metro Atlanta area.
