Woodstock Road To Close For Drainage Pipe Replacement

The road will close between Kellogg Creek Road and Victory Drive Oct. 25 through Nov. 8.

Woodstock Cuts Ties With Public Defender

The city terminated its contract with David C. Meyers in lieu of approving an indigent defense policy.

Woodstock Approves Name For Amphitheater

The Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater will serve as the new home for the city's Summer Concert Series.

Woodstock Imposes 90-Day Moratorium on Billboard Permits

The reprieve will give the city time to review and update its existing ordinance.

Woodstock Approves Neese Road Townhomes

The proposal calls for constructing 28 townhomes near First Baptist Church of Woodstock.

Woodstock Backs Reeves House Renovation

The City Council approved using $300,000 to make emergency repairs to the historic home, which will be the future home to Elm Street Arts.

Road Work To Close One Street, Intersection

One closure will take place in Hickory Flat while another will be in southwest Cherokee County.

Woodstock Holds Property Tax Rate Steady

The city's millage rate will remain at 6.992 mills.

Highway 92 Resurfacing Underway In Woodstock

The heavily traveled thoroughfare will get a face lift between Main Street and Cherokee Trail.

Study Seeks To Find Solutions To I-575 Traffic

Cherokee County has contracted with a firm to study the Towne Lake Parkway and Ridgewalk Parkway interchanges in Woodstock.

Woodstock Names First Public Information Officer

Brittany Duncan's first day in her new role will be Monday, Aug. 22.

Waffle House Withdraws Plans For Restaurant

Developers have pulled back on plans to open a new restaurant in downtown Woodstock in place of Hot Dog Heaven.

Downtown Parking Back On Woodstock's Radar

City council members are weighing whether to implement paid parking or time-limited enforcement in certain areas.

Waffle House Proposal Moves Forward in Woodstock

The Planning Commission recommended approval of several variances to accommodate the project, which would go in place of Hot Dot Heaven.

Waffle House in Downtown Woodstock?

The Woodstock Planning Commission is set to consider the proposal to build the restaurant in place of Hot Dog Heaven.

Woodstock Proclaims July 1 As Set Beer Free Day

The proclamation celebrates the success of Reformation Brewery.

Woodstock Rejects Apartments, Approves Costco

The Costco development would include an 18-pump gas station as well as 23 single family homes.

Proposed Extended Stay Hotel Draws Opposition From Residents

The proposal calls for constructing a four-story hotel along Highway 92 at Sharon Way in Woodstock.

Crews Repair Bridge Damage On S.R. 140

A small section of concrete crumbled on the bridge at the Cherokee-Fulton County line, which forced crews to close the eastbound lane.

Election Day: What Woodstock Citizens Should Know

Residents will vote in a slew of local races, including sheriff, school board chair, county commission and Senate District 21.

Woodstock Unveils Proposed 2017 Budget

The first reading of the $37.5 million budget will be held on Monday, May 23.

MARTA Chair: No Plans To Expand System To Cherokee

Robbie Ashe says the Georgia Constitution spells out the system is only allowed to operate in DeKalb, Cobb, Fulton, Clayton and Gwinnett.

Cherokee County To Pilot Appeals Court E-Filing Program

Only three Superior Court clerk offices will take part in the Georgia Court of Appeals' pilot program.

Liquor Store Request Withdrawn in Woodstock

A plan to build a Costco store, 320-unit apartment complex and 32 single family homes was also put on hold.

Early Voting Starts Monday in Woodstock

Cherokee County voters will have two weeks to cast ballots ahead of the May 24 primary.

Apartments, Costco Project Postponed By Woodstock

The project would include 320 apartments, a Costco store with an 18-pump gas station, 32 single family homes and retail space.

Gloves Come Off At State Court Judge Forum

Cherokee incumbent State Court Judge Michelle Homier is facing opposition from attorney Bart Glasgow.

Sheriff's Candidates Debate Drugs, Crime, Training at Forum

Frank Reynolds, David Waters, Jeff Donley and Chip McCarthy took part in a forum hosted April 17 by the Cherokee County Republican Women.

New Hotel On The Way For Outlet Mall Area

The Woodstock City Council's approval of a variance request has paved the way for a Holiday Inn Express to open.

Hubbard Wants To "Go To Work Again" For Voters

Cherokee Commission District 2 candidate Jim Hubbard took part in a forum hosted March 28 by the Cherokee County Republican Women's group.

County Seeks Input For Parks, Recreation Master Plan

Cherokee County is working on a new master plan to help prioritize, fund and develop programs and facilities.

Downtown Parking: Woodstock Weighs Paid Vs. Time Limited Enforcement

The City Council on Monday heard a presentation from consultants on how to address parking issues in the downtown area.

Woodstock Approves Entertainment District Ordinance

Restaurants within the district can allow patrons to carry out alcoholic beverages in clear plastic cups.

Woodstock Eyes Smaller Concert To Host In August

The proposal follows the city having to cancel its 2016 Summer Concert Series.

With Crossover Day Behind Them, Lawmakers Work To Wrap Up Session

State Sen. John Albers (R-Roswell) has provided his constituents with an update to week 8 of the 2016 legislative session.

Wood Seeks Re-Election To Probate Court Judge Seat

Keith Wood was first elected as Probate Judge of Cherokee County in 2008 after serving as chief clerk and hearing officer for Kip McVay.

Cherokee Leaders Break Ground On Patriots Park

The park will contain 2 fenced dog parks, ball fields for citizens and special needs athletes, an inclusive playground and a walking path.

Magistrate Court Chief Judge Seeks Re-Election

James Drane has held the post in Cherokee County for 16 years.

Woodstock Calls Off Summer Concert Series

City staff members will begin making plans to host one concert in November at the new amphitheater.

Albers: "Imperative" To Find Ways To Slash Court System Costs

The following update to week three of the 2016 legislative session was submitted by State Sen. John Albers (R-Roswell).