Early Voting Begins Monday For Presidential Preference Primary

Early voting for the presidential preference primary will take place weekdays from Monday through March 20, and on some weekends.

Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis To Seek Re-election

Commissioner Bob Ellis is completing his sixth year on the Fulton Commission, covering Milton, Roswell, Alpharetta and Sandy Springs.

Milton Seeks New Members For Citizens Government Academy Class

Milton's Citizens Government Academy lets residents explore all aspects of municipal government operations from city employees.

Alpharetta Council Considering Cultural Arts Commission

The commission would review, recommend and approve the acquisition of all works of art by the city, either purchase, gift or otherwise.

CNN Editor Selected As New Milton Communications Director

Greg Botelho has been chosen as the new City of Milton Communications Director. He most recently was the Newsdesk Editor out of CNN Center.

Fulton County Approves Water, Sewer Rates Increase

The Fulton County Commission voted to increase water rates 5 percent per year for the next three years to pay for water system improvements.

Vehicle Tag Renewal Kiosk Opens At Alpharetta Kroger

Taxpayers will be able to scan their driver's license, vehicle registration renewal notice or enter their tag number at the kiosks to begin.

Feasibility Study Approved For AlphaLoop Trail Connectivity

The Alpharetta City Council approved a connectivity feasibility study for the Alpha Loop Trail and North Point area.

North Fulton Residents Named To GA Film, Music Commission

Gov. Kemp appointed 18 people to serve on the GA Film, Music, and Digital Entertainment Commission, including several from North Fulton.

Alpharetta, Milton Election 2019: Incumbents Reelected, Moore Won

Voters in Alpharetta and Milton have decided city council races. Alpharetta incumbents have been reelected, and Moore won in Milton.

Alpharetta, Milton Election 2019: Hours, Polls, Sample Ballot

Poll hours and more information to prepare for Election Day in Alpharetta and Milton are listed below. Check back Tuesday night for results.

How GA Rep. McBath Voted On Trump Impeachment Inquiry

The resolution defining the scope of the next phase of the impeachment inquiry was approved mainly along party lines, 232-196.

Alpharetta, Milton Election 2019: Candidates Talk City Problems

Get to know the candidates running for Alpharetta and Milton City Councils in this second installment of Patch's election profile series.

Alpharetta Election 2019: Candidate Seeks Former Quality Of Life

Get to know the new candidates running for Alpharetta City Council Post 6 in this first installment of Patch's election profile series.

Milton Elections Guide 2019: Candidates Plan To Keep City Rural

Get to know the candidates running for Milton City Council District 2 Post 2, Judy Burds and Paul Moore, in this first installment.

Alpharetta Studies Financing Tool For North Point Improvements

The City of Alpharetta is studying ideas for a variety of public improvements for the planned updates to the North Point Mall area.

House Speaker Pro Tem Jones Applies For U.S. Senate Appointment

Georgia House Speaker Pro-Tempore Jan Jones is the highest-ranking female legislator in the history of the Georgia General Assembly.

Fulton County To Raise Water Rates, Public Hearing Tuesday

Fulton County plans to raise water rates 5 percent per year for the next three years to pay for necessary major water system improvements.

Alpharetta To See One Contested Council Race

Alpharetta voters will have one contested City Council race between three candidates and two referendums in the 2019 General Election.

Speed Detection Cameras Approved For Alpharetta School Zones

The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety said it receives complaints daily regarding speeding in the city's nine school zones.

Former Alpharetta Mayor Named To GA Economic Development Board

Former Alpharetta mayor David Belle Isle has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Georgia Department of Economic Development.

Milton Selects New Public Works Director

As Milton's Public Works Director, Robert Drewry will oversee the department with a $2.6 million budget, eight staff and city resources.

Hausmann Appointed Chair Of National Airport Subcommittee

The National Association of Counties has appointed Fulton Commissioner Liz Hausmann as the Airports Subcommittee Chair.

Alpharetta To Continue Program Promoting Local Hires

The City Council has extended its Local Jobs Creation Grant to encourage and support Alpharetta companies hiring Alpharetta residents.

Amick Announces Bid For Milton City Council

Milton resident Mark Amick will be running for Post 2 in District 2. Current Councilman Matt Kunz said he would not be seeking re-election.

Code Enforcement Checked Wednesday At Birmingham Crossroads

Code Enforcement Enhancement Program will conduct checks on Milton commercial areas the next few weeks, starting at Birmingham Crossroads.

Fulton Commissioners Approve 2019 HUD Action Plan

More than $2.7 million was approved to aid homeless and low to moderate income residents, including in Alpharetta and Milton.

Milton Implementing Voluntary Surveillance Camera Registration

Milton Police are asking residents and businesses to register the location of security cameras to potentially help solve more crimes.

Milton To Hold Public Hearings On Proposed Millage Rate

Staff will present millage rate options to the City Council for consideration, including a return to the capped millage rate of 4.731 mills.

GA Fireworks Laws, How Late Can You Shoot Them On July 4, 2019

How late can you shoot off fireworks in Georgia? Here are the rules to follow if you plan to buy and use fireworks this July 4.

Alpharetta City Council Bans Dockless Scooters

The Alpharetta City Council has banned dockless scooters within the city, saying they aren't safe and will be a nuisance.

Merkel To Run For Reelection On Alpharetta City Council

Alpharetta City Councilman Dan Merkel, originally elected in 2015, will be running for his second term for post six.

Alpharetta Councilman Binder To Run For Reelection This Fall

Alpharetta Councilman Jason Binder announced his candidacy for reelection for his position he's held since 2016.

Alpharetta Councilman Announces Reelection Campaign

Alpharetta councilman John Hipes announced Wednesday that he plans to seek re-election for his seat that he's held for the past year.

Alpharetta Mayor Announces Intention To Run For Reelection

Alpharetta Mayor Jim Gilvin has announced that he is going to seek reelection for his role in November. He has been mayor for a year.

GA Tax Day: Last-Minute Filing Tips, Track Refund, Postal Hours

The last day to file tax returns without paying a penalty is April 15. Here are tips for late GA filers and how to check on your refund.

Anti-Vaping Law In Fulton County Modeled After Milton Proposal

Fulton Commissioners voted in favor of new legislation to battle synthetic opioids and cannabinoids in unincorporated areas of the county.

Crosswalk Construction Begins March 18 In Crabapple

The Heritage Walk crosswalks are scheduled to be installed the week of March 18, weather permitting.

Homestead Exemption Deadline Nears For Fulton Residents

The Fulton County Board of Assessors is reminding property owners that April 1 is the deadline to file for homestead exemption.

Alpharetta City Council Meetings Monday

Here’s when the Alpharetta City Council is meeting twice on Monday, and what they’ll be discussing.