Sandy Springs Native Completes Internship With Georgia Congressman

Stephen Voljavec served four weeks as an intern for U.S. Rep. Austin Scott, who represents parts of Middle and South Georgia.

Lake Forrest Drive To Close For Tree Removal In Sandy Springs

The closure is planned for July 31 through Aug. 4, and is needed to allow crews to remove trees along the steep slope.

Sandy Springs Councilman Seeks Re-Election

Chris Burnett will run for the District 3 seat in the November 2017 general election.

False Alarm Ordinance Changes Target Companies

Despite push back from industry representatives, the Sandy Springs City Council unanimously approved the measure at its July 18 meeting.

Sandy Springs City Councilmen Announce Re-Election Bids

Andy Bauman and John Paulson have both said they will seek additional four-year terms.

Repairs Planned For Sandy Springs Circle, Mt. Vernon Intersection

Weather permitting, the emergency conduit repair will take place Saturday, July 8 and Sunday, July 9.

Drainage Improvements Start July 5 For Hammond, Kayron Drives

Kayron Drive between Hammond Drive and Valley Lane NE will close from July 20 to Aug. 3 as part of the project.

Sandy Springs Adopts Fiscal Year 2018 Budget

The budget accounts for new police officers, additional body cameras, park renovations and intersection improvement projects.

Sandy Springs Extends Moratoriums On Gas Stations, Rezonings

The City Council approved the extensions to allow for the revised development code to be completed and adopted.

Georgia 6th District Election Results: Karen Handel Defeats Jon Ossoff

Republican Karen Handel has won Georgia's 6th Congressional District seat over Jon Ossoff in a June 20 special election.

Sandy Springs City Manager Appointed to Local Government 9-1-1 Authority

John McDonough will serve on the authority, which will be tasked with studying technology needed to implement statewide 9-1-1 connectivity.

Public Input Meeting Set For Sandy Springs Library Renovations

The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System will hold meetings throughout June to gather feedback on renovation projects.

Former Sandy Springs Recreation & Parks Director Passes Away

Ronnie Young came to the city of Sandy Springs in 2008 after serving over 30 years in the parks and recreation industry.

6th District Race: Councilman Endorses Jon Ossoff

Sandy Springs City Councilman Andy Bauman said he believes the Democratic candidate represents the future of the District and the nation.

Sandy Springs Approves New Field Services Contracts

The contracts cover areas such as traffic signal, community appearance, landscape and street maintenance.

Safety Improvements Planned For Riverside Drive Roundabouts

Georgia DOT contractors will perform the work on the roundabouts at I-285 over the course of four weekends in June.

Sandy Springs To Open Windsor Parkway Pedestrian Bridge

The ribbon cutting for the 83-foot bridge will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, June 5.

Sandy Springs Appoints New City Attorney

Daniel W. Lee will take over the position held by longtime attorney and state representative Wendell Willard.

Sandy Springs Water Main Break, Sinkhole Highlights U.S. Infrastructure Crisis

The recent water main break and sinkhole on Roswell Road highlights major problems with crumbling local infrastructure

Lee Morris Joins Atlanta BeltLine Board of Directors

Morris represents the southern portion of Sandy Springs, all of Buckhead and parts of Midtown on the Fulton County Commission.

Zoning Code Update Open House Set For May 15

The city of Sandy Springs' open house continues the dialogue it started with the community as part of its Next 10 process.

City Springs Change Order Approved By Sandy Springs Leaders

The overall budget for the redevelopment project remains the same, the city notes.

Crews Repair Sinkhole On Roswell Road; All Lanes Now Open

The sinkhole formed Wednesday afternoon following a water main break between Northridge Parkway and Hightower Trail in Sandy Springs.

Crews Repairing Road Damaged By Water Main Break in Sandy Springs

Motorists can utilize one northbound and one southbound lane for travel. However, GDOT said the weather will impact the speed of repairs.

Open House Planned For Spalding Drive, Dalrymple, Trowbridge Project

Sandy Springs' open house will reveal plans that call for improving intersection operations by targeting delays and congestion.

Early Voting Starts Saturday in Senate District 32 Runoff

Sandy Springs voters can cast ballots at the North Fulton Service Center May 6 and May 8-12.

Lane Closure Planned On Roswell Road In Sandy Springs

The closure will begin May 8 in front of the City Springs project.

6th District Race: Sandy Springs Mayor Endorses Karen Handel

Rusty Paul said he believes Handel is the best candidate to tackle the region's transportation woes in Washington, D.C.

Sandy Springs Councilman To Run For Fulton Commission Chair

Gabriel Sterling has served on the Sandy Springs City Council for 6 years and hopes to succeed John Eaves, who is running for Atlanta mayor.

Atlanta Watershed Extends Amnesty Program For Overdue Bills

On April 4, representatives will be able to assist residential and business customers with settling their accounts without facing penalties.

I-85 Collapse: Use MARTA, Pack Your Patience, Officials Warn

An estimated 250,000 commuters use the impacted stretch of Interstate 85 throughout the week, according to Georgia DOT.

Alyssa Milano Offers Free Rides To Voters In Ga. Congressional Race

The actress is encouraging voters to elect Democrat Jon Ossoff to represent Georgia's 6th Congressional District.

High Point Road To Close For Pipeline Maintenance

The road will be closed between Forest Valley Road to High Brook Drive so Colonial Pipeline can perform maintenance.

Sex Toy Ban Repeal: Attorneys Move Forward With Lawsuit

While Sandy Springs scrapped its ordinance barring the sale of these devices, a lawsuit challenging the code remains active.

Roads Remain Closed Following Storms in Sandy Springs

The storms that blew through the city Tuesday evening brought down many trees and power lines.

Sandy Springs Issues Subpoenas In Zoning Case

The city contends a home on Riverhill Drive is being operated as a personal care home, a use not allowed under that area's zoning category.

Sandy Springs Repeals Ordinance Banning Sex Toys

The city scrapped a law that prohibited the sale of these devices, which were originally labeled as "obscene."

Lake Forrest Drive Reopens in Sandy Springs

A segment of the road was closed March 9 due to falling rocks landing in the roadway.

Pride Fund To End Gun Violence Endorses Jon Ossoff

The group advocating for LGBTQ rights formed in the wake of a shooting that killed 49 people at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Fla.

Sen. Johnny Isakson Recovering From Back Surgery

Georgia's senior senator had the procedure on March 15 at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital in Sandy Springs.