Republic, Teamsters end strikes that hit city trash routes nationwide
Republic Services and Teamsters Local 728 in Cumming, Georgia, reached an agreement on a new contract, the union announced Wednesday. The agreement is the last of five associated with a multistate strike the International Brotherhood of Teamsters launched this summer. The employees’ return to work Thursday brings an...
Things To Do in Atlanta & North Georgia This Weekend
If you’re looking for fun events around metro Atlanta or up in North Georgia this weekend, here’s a curated list—from festivals and performances to Halloween celebrations and outdoor adventures. Festivals & Noteworthy Events. In the city:. Off The Wall @ 725 Ponce (Oct. 17–18): Watch Atlanta artist...
Traffic Alert: I85 S from 316 to JCB to be shut down and traffic...
GWINNETT COUNTY – Oct. 17, 2025 – Gwinnett County Police Department is giving an advanced warning to motorists of a planned shut down of parts of I-85 south and traffic pacing for 45 minutes on Sunday morning, Oct., 19, 2025. The shutdown will be from SR 316 to Jimmy Carter Blvd from 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.
Competency hearing held for man accused of killing firefighter and wife
The judge is expected to make after reviewing extensive testimony over the next two weeks.
Flowery Branch City Council approves Memorandum of Understanding with developer
The Flowery Branch City Council voted Thursday to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with a development company as a part of its “Phase 2” development of its Downtown Area. The MOU is with Penn Hodge, LLC to help the city develop its “Old Town” to create walkable, mix-use...
Semi-truck driver charged in killing family of 8 in I-85 Jackson County crash granted...
A judge previously set bond at $98,000 for Kane Hammock.
New medical office building at Northside Cherokee coming in 2027
Construction on a new six-story, 150,000 square-foot medical office building on the Northside Hospital Cherokee campus is expected to be completed in 2027. Northside Hospital, along with partners Realty Trust Group and Healthpeak, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at the Northside Hospital Cherokee campus in Canton...
Traffic stop leads to drug and gun seizure in Canton
CANTON, Ga. - What started as a routine traffic stop for speeding on Interstate 575 ended with drugs and guns off the streets, according to Canton police. Officers say the arrest happened after a driver caught their attention for multiple traffic violations, including weaving in and out of lanes at a high speed.
GA Dawsonville’s Most Loveable Dogs Eagerly Awaits Forever Homes Today!
Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to dawsonville..
Developer looking to build 194 homes in Cherokee’s Keithsburg community
The Canton City Council is scheduled to discuss a request from a developer in November who is looking to build 194 homes in the Keithsburg community of unincorporated Cherokee County. The city council heard an initial presentation on this proposed development Oct. 16. There was no discussion. Targhee Partners, LLC is...

















