Windsor, Peachtree Dunwoody Project Open House On Feb. 7

Residents can review proposed concepts to improve the Windsor Parkway-Peachtree Dunwoody Road intersection.

Sandy Springs Obtains Green Communities Certification

The city has achieved the Silver level certification, which is an improvement from the Bronze level recognition it received in 2014.

Sandy Springs Buys City Green Outdoor Stage

Sandy Springs staff members note the stage has been an "overwhelming success."

Annual Retreat Explores Express Lanes, North End, Transit

The Sandy Springs City Council's annual retreat will be held Tuesday, Jan. 22 in the third floor Terrace Meeting Room at City Springs.

Sandy Springs Names New City Clerk

Coty Thigpen previously served as city clerk for the cities of Alpharetta and Canton.

Sandy Springs Bans Barbed Wire, Electric Fencing

The change goes into effect immediately, but city leaders will allow 30 days for property owners to comply with the law.

Express Lanes Meeting Leave Many With Unanswered Questions

The Georgia DOT held a meeting Jan. 14 to review a proposal to install express lanes on Ga. 400 in North Fulton County.

Lee Morris Elected Fulton Commission Vice Chair

Morris represents District 3, which includes the southern portion of Sandy Springs, Buckhead and parts of Midtown.

Sandy Springs Seeks Proposals For Municipal Court Solicitor

The deadline for companies to submit their proposal to serve as Municipal Court solicitor is 2 p.m. Feb. 27.

Sterling Named Secretary Of State's Chief Operating Officer

Former Sandy Springs Councilman Gabriel Sterling was appointed to the post by Secretary of State-elect Brad Raffensperger.

Mary Hall Freedom House Fights To Stay In Sandy Springs

The nonprofit organization that helps women overcome drug addiction, homelessness and abuse has sued the city for discrimination.

Council Approves Building Emergency Ops Center At City Springs

The Emergency Operations Center will be located on the fourth floor at City Springs.

GDOT Wants Input On I-285/Ga. 400 Project Communication

Residents are being asked to provide feedback on messaging and engagement about the project.

Court Rejects Lawsuit Over False Alarm Ordinance

Representatives from the alarm industry said the city of Sandy Springs' ordinance was "unconstitutional."

Former Councilman Named To Raffensperger's Transition Team

Former Sandy Springs City Councilman Gabriel Sterling will serve on Secretary of State-elect Brad Raffensperger's transition team.

Sandy Springs Intersection Projects Gain Traction

Steady progress is being made to improve the Mt. Paran Road-Powers Ferry Road and Spalding/Trowbridge/Dalrymple intersections.

False Alarm Calls Remain Steady In Sandy Springs

The rate of false alarm calls coming into the city remain at 99 percent, the city said.

City, Mary Hall Freedom House At Odds Over Zoning

Sandy Springs and the nonprofit organization are clashing over the group's operations in a residential community follow city zoning codes.

Residents Weigh In On Proposed Cultural Center

The city of Sandy Springs held a visioning session Nov. 29 to get citizen feedback and input on the proposal.

Sandy Springs Moves Forward With New Pocket Park

The park will be located on about .6 acres in the River Shore Estates neighborhood.

Cultural Center Input Meeting Set For Nov. 29

Sandy Springs will host this public visioning session for the proposed project in the Studio Theatre at City Springs.

Fire Hydrant Inspections Start In Sandy Springs

The process is expected to take several weeks to complete.

Early Voting Begins Nov. 26 For Runoff Election (ICYMI)

The Dec. 4 runoff will feature Republican Brad Raffensperger and Democrat John Barrow vying to become Georgia's next secretary of state.

Sandy Springs Seeks Bids For Government Services

The city is seeking bids to provide services in areas such as communications, finance, community development and public works.

Sunday Alcohol Sales, Homestead Exemptions Approved In Fulton

North Fulton voters gave the green light to new exemptions and for restaurants to serve alcohol at 11 a.m. on Sundays.

Kemp's Office Accuses Georgia Democrats Of Hacking Attempt

Secretary of State Brian Kemp, who's in a close governor's race with Democrat Stacey Abrams, said his office asked the FBI to investigate.

Man Appeals Disorderly Conduct Conviction In Sandy Springs

The Georgia Supreme Court will hear a petition from a man who said his right to a jury trial was violated by a Municipal Court judge.

Sandy Springs Athletics Manager Named Programmer Of The Year

Trevor Ramos was named Programmer of the Year for District 7 by the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association.

More Than 100,000 Vote Early In Fulton County

Residents can cast ballots Saturday, Oct. 27 and Sunday, Oct. 28 at several locations around the county for the Nov. 6 general election.

Trash Mound Removed From Sandy Springs Apartment Complex

The city threatened legal action against Edgewater at Sandy Springs if it did not make significant strides in cleaning up the mess.

North End Redevelopment Workshop Set For Oct. 18

The workshop will review the draft vision and goals for the north end area of Sandy Springs.

Sandy Springs, Gwinnett Agree To Widen Spalding Drive

The total estimated project cost is $10.5 million, and Sandy Springs' contribution will be around $1.2 million.

Council OKs Compressed Grid For Johnson Ferry, Mt. Vernon Project

Sandy Springs leaders directed staff to find ways to add greenspace within this road improvement project.

Early Voting Begins Oct. 15 In Fulton County

Fulton County will open 20 early voting sites and 11 outreach sites Oct. 15 through Nov. 2 for the Nov. 6 general election.

Marsh Creek Public Art Sculpture Unveiling On Sept. 28

The city of Sandy Springs will unveil the gift on Friday, Sept. 28 at the Marsh Creek Rain Garden Park.

Mt Vernon Multi-Use Path Project Open House On Oct. 4

Concepts for the project include a 10-foot to 12-foot multi-use path, six-foot sidewalks, landscaping, buffers and a center turn lane.

NeighborWoods Program Gives Free Trees To Residents

The city of Sandy Springs has approved participating in the program in partnership with Trees Atlanta.

Strip Clubs Close In Sandy Springs

With court backing in hand, the city informed the three strip clubs that it will begin enforcing its ordinances.

Windsor Meadows Park Dedication On Sept. 14

The passive four-acre park replaces three homes that were destroyed during a flood in October 2009.

Sandy Springs Moves Forward With Water Independence Plan

The City Council is urging the city of Atlanta to lower the water rates it charges to Sandy Springs residents.