Harrison wins Barksdale Lifetime Achievement Award
Lorraine Harrison received the A.R. “Gus” Barksdale Lifetime Achievement Award at the Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce’s 72nd Annual Meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 3 at the Georgia International Horse Park. Former Conyers Mayor Vince Evans presented the award. Harrison, publisher of About Conyers magazine, is a...
Capital murder suspect extradited to DeKalb Co. nearly a year after arrest in Georgia
The man suspected of shooting and killing 39-year-old Marcus Adam Battles in April 2025 has been extradited to DeKalb County.
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue launches its Aloha Friday BOGO deal
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is officially kicking off its Aloha Friday BOGO – a limited-time deal that lets you buy one regular Plate Lunch and get one FREE every Friday. , you can redeem the offer every Friday when ordering through the L&L mobile app. The offer is available on...
As many turn away from alcohol, metro Atlanta brewery turns to THC-infused drinks
Pontoon Brewing says they had to find new revenue streams due to declining sales.
Accused serial rapist in Atlanta arrested in Gwinnett County
A member of the Atlanta Police Special Victims Unit shared footage and photos of the suspect, Kwame Shabazz, 31.
Lilburn man charged after teen dies from gunshot
Gwinnett County Police charged a 31-year-old Lilburn man after a 17-year-old boy died from a gunshot. What’s Happening: Shermarcus Cockran was charged with Involuntary Manslaughter and Reckless Conduct. Officers went to the 4300 block of Stone Mountain Highway on February 5 around 11 p.m. after a report of someone...
17-year-old shot, killed at Gwinnett County extended stay
Officers responded to the Live In Lodge Extended Stay on Stone Mountain Highway on Friday.
Family of deceased student files notice against RCPS
CONYERS — The family of Brandon Pena Vargas, the 12-year-old Edwards Middle School student who died in October, has formally retained legal counsel and filed notice of intent to pursue claims against Rockdale County Public Schools, alleging systemic failures related to bullying and student safety. The legal action...
AROUND TOWN: Suwanee earns Visionary City Award for transformative project
The City of Suwanee has vision. And the hardware to prove it. The city was recently named as a 2026 Visionary City Award honoree by the Georgia Municipal Association in collaboration with Georgia Trend. The award recognizes initiatives that demonstrate thoughtful planning, strong partnerships, and a commitment to...
Developers withdraw application for Hog Mountain Road townhome development
The Flowery Branch City Council was set to hold a first hearing Thursday, Feb. 5, on a rezoning request for a townhome development near the intersection of Hog Mountain Road and Spout Springs Road, but the developers withdrew the application. The applicant, Highpoint Development, proposed to annex the property at...

















