Grid, New Road Eyed For Johnson Ferry, Mt. Vernon Improvements

Sandy Springs held a public information open house on proposed intersection improvements of Mt. Vernon Highway and Johnson Ferry Road.

Sandy Springs Reappoints 4 Municipal Court Judges

Candiss Howard, Donald Schaefer, Joseph Buford and Marcia Ernst have been appointed to serve for four more years.

Fireworks Ordinance Hits Another Snag In Sandy Springs

The Sandy Springs City Council has delayed action on an ordinance that would regulate fireworks usage around the city.

'Illegal' Millage Rate Vote Challenged By Commissioner Ellis

Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis wants Chairman Robb Pitts to schedule a new vote on the 2018 millage rate.

Judge Accused Of Bias Asks Not To Be Reappointed

Sandy Springs Municipal Court Judge Sharon Dickson has asked Mayor Rusty Paul not to reappoint her to the bench.

Reminder: Sandy Springs Library Closes Aug. 8

The library will get an extensive makeover as part of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System renovation program.

Fulton County Sets 2018 Millage Rate

A divided Fulton County Commission voted to approve the rate, which will result in a tax increase for many property owners.

Judge Accused Of Bigotry, Jail Sentence Reduced For Iranian Man

Sandy Springs Municipal Court Judge Sharon Dickson has come under fire for comments she made to an Iranian-American student during a trial.

Sandy Springs North End Residents Map Out Future

A visioning session on what residents would like to see on the north side of the city was held Wednesday at Sherwood Event Hall.

GA Election Results: McBath Wins 6th District Democratic Runoff

Lucy McBath defeated Democratic challenger Kevin Abel in the runoff and will face Republican Rep. Karen Handel in the Nov. 6 election.

Sandy Springs Inmates Will Be Housed By Smyrna PD

The Sandy Springs Police Department previously had an agreement with Pickens County to house its inmates.

Roswell Road Improvements, PDR Trail Get Federal Funding

The Atlanta Regional Commission Board voted to provide funding towards two projects in Sandy Springs.

Liz Hausmann Named Vice Chair Of National Transit Subcommittee

The Fulton commissioner will serve on the Transit Subcommittee of the National Association of Counties Committee on Transportation.

Sandy Springs Allows Resident To Resume Backyard Swim Lessons

The Sandy Springs City Council approved changing its ordinance to allow Allison Dubovsky to provide outdoor swimming lessons to kids.

Rep. Handel: 'Russia Is Not A Friend' To United States

Rep. Karen Handel of Georgia also blamed the Obama administration for not stopping Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.

Saturday Early Voting On July 14 In Fulton County

Fulton County residents can cast ballots at 12 sites around the county from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 14.

North End Redevelopment Open House Set For July 25

Citizen input will be solicited on ways to revitalize the north side of Sandy Springs.

Sandy Springs Schedules Hearings On Property Tax Hike

While the millage rate of 4.731 will not change, a rise in property values requires city leaders to announce plans to raise taxes.

Fulton BOC Announces Proposed Property Tax Increase

Three public hearings are scheduled so you can weigh in on the county's plans to set its general fund millage rate at 10.38 mills.

Mayor Touts North End Revitalization, Water Independence

Mayor Rusty Paul gave the annual State of the City address Tuesday in the City Springs conference room.

Ride-Sharing Services Available At Fulton Senior Facilities

Uber and Lyft services are available at the county's 4 multipurpose facilities or for seniors who've been screened for participation.

Sandy Springs Revises False Alarm Ordinance Again

The latest change will require companies to provide true verification through audio, video and in-person confirmation before calling 9-1-1.

Sandy Springs Library Closes Aug. 8 For Renovations

The closure is needed, as the library will undergo extensive renovations.

Sandy Springs Restricts Dogs At City Green Site

The ordinance passed at the June 19 City Council meeting restricts where pet owners can walk their dogs at City Springs.

State Contributes $100M For BRT Interchanges On GA-400

The state has approved $100 million in general obligation bonds to acquire property to build 4 bus rapid transit interchanges on Ga. 400.

Sandy Springs To Dedicate New Road To Legendary Pediatrician

Dr. Leila Denmark practiced medicine for 71 years before she retired in 2001 at the age of 103.

Supreme Court Rejects Review Of City's Adult Entertainment Laws

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected the petition from two strip clubs and an adult bookstore that sued Sandy Springs over its ordinances.

GDOT Awarded $184M Grant For Ga. 400 Express Lanes

The project would add express lanes from the North Springs MARTA Station to McFarland Parkway.

Sandy Springs Honors Capt. Steve Rose With Proclamation

The proclamation, which also declared June 5 as Steve Rose Day, commended the retired police captain for his service to the city.

False Alarm Ordinance Gets Another Revision

Sandy Springs City Council members voted to change the fee structure and lengthen the appeal process for alarm monitoring companies.

Mayor Paul Appointed To State Economic Development Board

Mayor Rusty Paul will serve on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Department of Economic Development.

Sandy Springs Celebrates City Hall Grand Opening

More than 1,000 people descended onto City Springs on Monday to celebrate the opening of the new facility.

Sandy Springs Holds Final Meeting At Morgan Falls Office Park

The City Council will hold its first meeting at City Springs on Tuesday, May 15.

2 Homes To Replace Baptist Church In Sandy Springs

The City Council voted to approve a rezoning to allow two detached homes to replace Metropolitan Independent Baptist Church.

Sandy Springs Could Tweak False Alarm Ordinance

The city is considering amending its fine structure and requiring companies to do audio, visual or in-person checks before calling 9-1-1.

Library Renovation Project Starts In Sandy Springs

The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System has kicked off exterior construction work on the seven branches in Group 1 of its project.

5 Alarm Companies Remain On Sandy Springs No-Response List

These five companies represent about 52 registered users in the city.

City Springs Ribbon Cutting Set For May 7

Sandy Springs leaders will host a ceremony at 9 a.m. for the new City Hall.

Sandy Springs Reverses Stance On Outdoor Swimming Lessons

Neighbors have rallied around a Sandy Springs resident who was ordered to stop conducting the lessons in her backyard after a complaint.

Sandy Springs Wants Input For Parks Master Plan

An open house on the Recreation and Parks Master Plan will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 18.