The public is invited to the free event that takes place early Saturday afternoon at the Cobb County Republican Party headquarters in Marietta.
Come connect with local officials and city staff to hear of the activities that are ongoing in Acworth.
While Rick Steiner owes back taxes to the IRS, that does not disqualify him from seeking a 3rd term on the Cherokee school board.
The intersection of Woodstock Road and Victory Drive was the site where Tiffany Robbins died in a two-vehicle accident in January.
“After meeting with numerous stakeholders including former foster youth, juvenile court judges, providers and child advocates, it was clear there was a need for a more deliberate reform process of the child welfare system.” - Nathan Deal
Mayor Allegood, along with Aldermen Price, Houston, Pugliese and Richardson recognized former Alderman Bob Weatherford and presented him with a framed collage and plaque for his 12 years of service.
The HOST, which would be asked of county voters to approve in November 2016, would be a 1 percent sales tax on everything sold in Cobb.
The election to fill the Post 3 seat vacated by Bob Weatherford will take place on May 20.
To be eligible to run for office, an individual must have been a resident of the City of Acworth since May 20, 2013, and must be a qualified municipal voter.
The participating Young Marines are given an opportunity to learn about real world problems that affect literally half the human population on the planet.
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen are set to meet Monday for public hearings and a work session.
Cobb Commission Chairman says holding a special election next year would cost the county about $500,000.
With Bob Weatherford resigning from his Acworth Board of Aldermen post, that unofficially makes it five candidates now in the running in the May 20 Republican primary.
Alpharetta Sen. Brandon Beach wants metro Atlanta's four main transit agencies to develop a website that allows riders to plan and pay for a trip that involves riding one or more of the participating transit systems.
In an effort make up for missed operational days last week due to the winter storm, the USPS is opening up 27 offices across the metro Atlanta area on Monday.
Certified navigators will work with individuals to better understand their new health insurance options and assist with enrollment.
How is the Regional Transportation Plan, a $59 billion plan for transportation spending in an 18-county metro Atlanta region through the year 2040, stacking up?
Two public hearings are scheduled this month for county code amendments creating special districts for the stadium project.
Georgia governor announces members of the Severe Winter Weather Warning and Preparedness Task Force on Monday.
State representative supports children with epilepsy having legal access to a cannabis-based oil that could ease their discomfort and distress.
Schools will be closed on Wednesday; most county government offices will have a delayed start while others, including some courts, will be closed.
State Sen. Vincent Fort was among 10 activists arrested Monday in Gov. Nathan Deal's office after calling on the state to expand its Medicaid program.
The U.S. Postal Service's increase for the cost of a first-class stamp is the largest hike for consumer postage in more than a decade.
The decision came shortly before a scheduled hearing Thursday in Cobb Superior Court.
Cobb Citizens for Governmental Transparency has blasted the Cobb Board of Commissioners' "reckless railroading" of the stadium deal and the additional burden it could place on public safety and county taxpayers.
Citizens can attend two public hearings and view amendments online.
Online registration for the Jan. 13 Cobb Chamber of Commerce breakfast continues through next Wednesday.
City departments and organizations cooperated to earn the title.
All branches will reopen at their regular times on Thursday.
The proposed tax breaks for a $100 million development in the Cumberland area will go before a Cobb Superior Court judge Tuesday morning.
Gail Downing's tenure as Cobb County's Tax Commissioner will end on Dec. 31
The county will use $13.3 million dollars of capital funds money to pay for upgrades to the county's emergency response systems.
The county will commit $372 million for a new ballpark in the Cumberland Mall area.
The Cobb commissioner whose district includes the proposed ballpark isn't saying how he'll vote on Tuesday.
They've issued a rejoinder to another coalition that wants a delay.
"Citizens for Governmental Transparency" includes a wide range of organizations from around the county.
Three Cobb commissioners will be holding town hall meetings on Monday.
Commission chairman Tim Lee touted the deal "as a grand slam" for the county, but some residents asked for a delay in next week's vote.
All four district commissioners will be having public meetings before Tuesday's scheduled vote.