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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 47m

Milton’s long-running farm winery dispute has come to an end. The city’s insurer settled with property owners Jim and Daryn Rosenberger for $600,000 — and the pair agreed not to pursue an alcohol license for a farm winery on Blackmaral Lane.

Milton settles suit over farm winery with landowners

Milton’s farm winery saga, centering around an alcohol beverage license for a business within a subdivision off New Providence Road, has ended.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 56m

Johns Creek residents are urging the city to keep plans for a Nesbit Ferry Road sidewalk modest. While many welcome long-awaited progress, some fear a 10-foot path would eat into neighborhood landscaping and invite golf carts onto the busy, high-traffic road.

Residents voice concerns about Johns Creek sidewalk project

Bigger is not better, say residents who have waited years for a sidewalk on Nesbit Ferry Road.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 1h

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 1h

The Cambridge Bears moved to 7-1 on the season after a 35-7 win over Centennial, now 5-2, at Cambridge High School Oct. 10.

Cambridge puts the clamps on Centennial

The Cambridge Bears moved to 7-1 on the season after a 35-7 win over Centennial, now 5-2, at Cambridge High School Oct. 10.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 2h

Johns Creek’s two mayoral candidates didn’t pull punches at a recent meet and greet, accusing each other of dishonesty and misinformation as the campaign nears its final stretch.

Johns Creek mayoral candidates spar at meet and greet

Johns Creek’s two mayoral candidates didn’t pull punches at a recent meet and greet, accusing each other of dishonesty and misinformation as the campaign nears its final stretch.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 3h

Early voting for the 2025 elections starts today and runs through Oct. 31. City elections and the state Public Service Commission races are on the ballot this year.

Early voting opens Oct. 14 for municipal elections

Early voting for the 2025 elections begins Tuesday, Oct. 14, and runs through Oct. 31. City elections and the state Public Service Commission races are on the ballot this year. Election Day is Nov. 4.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 1d

A Sandy Springs police officer has resigned after allegedly using the city's Flock camera network to help develop a surveillance product for a company where he works, according to interviews and documents obtained by Appen Media.

Sandy Springs officer resigns amid Flock misuse investigation

A Sandy Springs police officer has resigned after allegedly using the city's Flock camera network to help develop a surveillance product for a company where he works, according to interviews

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 1d

The Sandy Springs Education Force will hold its annual Lightning Run 5K/10K on Saturday, Oct. 25, an official Peachtree Road Race Qualifier that brings the community together for fitness, fun and a powerful cause.

Sandy Springs education nonprofit sets Peachtree Road Race qualifier

The Sandy Springs Education Force will hold its annual Lightning Run 5K/10K on Saturday, Oct. 25, an official Peachtree Road Race Qualifier that brings the community together for fitness, fun

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 1d

According to an announcement sent out from Evanston-Skokie School District 65, the Northern District of Illinois has indicted DeKalb County School District Superintendent Devon Horton.

DeKalb Schools Superintendent Horton indicted in Illinois

According to an announcement sent out from Evanston-Skokie School District 65, the Northern District of Illinois has indicted DeKalb County School District Superintendent Devon Horton.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 1d

PODCAST: The Georgia Politics Podcast welcomes longtime Johns Creek resident and community advocate Arthur Holst, to make the case for the proposed performing arts center in Johns Creek.

The Case For the Johns Creek Performing Arts Center Bond

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 2d

Sandy Springs officials say they’ve received complaints every week from residents cited for speeding past one of the city’s two public high schools, North Springs and Riverwood International Charter.

Sandy Springs weighs continued use of newly installed school zone cameras

Sandy Springs officials say they’ve received complaints every week from residents cited for speeding past one of the city’s two public high schools, North Springs and Riverwood International Charter.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 2d

It looks likely that the Dunwoody High School girls volleyball team will get the sand court its been asking for since last fall as a part of the city’s $5 million planned buildout of Homecoming Park.

Dunwoody sets a reserve-funded plan for capital projects

The Dunwoody City Council workshopped the 2026 budget during an Oct. 6 meeting, setting up an amendment later this year to use excess reserves to fund a number of capital

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 3d

The Georgia Politics Podcast continues its Candidate Profile series with Roswell City Council candidate Jennifer Phillippi.

Candidate Profile: Jennifer Phillippi, Roswell City Council Post 4

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 4d

Sandy Springs’ mayoral hopefuls clashed over leadership, housing, and public safety during a WSB-TV forum moderated by Linda Stouffer.

Sandy Springs mayoral candidates spar during televised forum

Sandy Springs candidates fought through Buckhead traffic to reach WSB-TV’s studios in Midtownto tape a mayoral forum focused on the key issues affecting the city’s more than 107,000 residents.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 4d

According to an announcement sent out from Evanston-Skokie School District 65, the Northern District of Illinois has indicted DeKalb County School District Superintendent Devon Horton.

DeKalb Schools Superintendent Horton indicted in Illinois

According to an announcement sent out from Evanston-Skokie School District 65, the Northern District of Illinois has indicted DeKalb County School District Superintendent Devon Horton.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 4d

Residents are invited to an open-house meeting about the renovation of Forsyth County’s Polo Fields Park from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 15.

Forsyth County to hold open house on future of Polo Fields Park

Residents are invited to an open-house meeting about the renovation of Forsyth County’s Polo Fields Park from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 15.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 4d

The Alpharetta City Council greenlit the expansion of True North 400, a tax improvement district they said has benefited residents while boosting local business.

Alpharetta supports True North 400 expansion

The Alpharetta City Council greenlit the expansion of True North 400, a tax improvement district they said has benefited residents while boosting local business.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 6d

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is receiving $136,903 in state grant funds to promote road safety.

Forsyth County Sheriff Office receives highway safety grant

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is receiving $136,903 in state grant funds to promote road safety.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 6d

On Oct. 1, the City of Alpharetta began what is expected to be a months-long process to replace Wacky World with an improved play area as part of a $29.5 million parks bond approved by voters in 2021.

Alpharetta begins playground reconstruction

At the entrance of Wacky World, a message written in sidewalk chalk bid farewell to the 28-year-old playground as construction workers began tearing down the beloved play space.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 6d

The Georgia Politics Podcast continues its Candidate Profile series Roswell mayoral candidate Steve Dorvee. #gapol

Candidate Profile: Steve Dorvee, Roswell Mayor

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 7d

Sandy Springs officials are set to vote today on the $1.37 million purchase of two residential properties along Hammond Drive, which are necessary for an upcoming roadway realignment.

Sandy Springs set to buy property needed for Hammond Drive project

Sandy Springs officials are set to vote Oct. 7 on the $1.37 million purchase of two residential properties along Hammond Drive, which are necessary for an upcoming roadway realignment.

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Some 200 people experienced the fusion of old-time farm life and Native American culture Sept. 28 at the 5th annual Autumn Shindig at Wildberry Creek Farm in Milton.

Photos: Annual Autumn Shindig showcases Milton history

Some 200 people experienced the fusion of old-time farm life and Native American culture Sept. 28 at the 5th annual Autumn Shindig at Wildberry Creek Farm in Milton.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 7d

The Dunwoody community is mourning the loss of former Wildcats head football coach Mike Nash, who passed away Oct. 3 at age 51 after an emergency surgery.

Former Dunwoody football coach Mike Nash passes away at age 51

The Dunwoody community is mourning the loss of former Wildcats head football coach Mike Nash, who passed away Oct. 3 at age 51 after an emergency surgery.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 7d

A Georgia Lottery player won $1 million Oct. 1 with a ticket purchased at an Alpharetta Publix.

Winning Georgia Lottery ticket purchased at Alpharetta Publix

A Georgia Lottery player won $1 million Oct. 1 with a ticket purchased at an Alpharetta Publix.

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Appen Media Group @appenmedia.bsky.social · 8d

Dunwoody’s Village Crossing project just got a $1.6M boost from federal funds to complete final designs for a safer, more walkable Chamblee Dunwoody Rd. Construction is set for 2029, but planning is full steam ahead.

Dunwoody Village Crossing project eligible for additional federal money

Dunwoody’s Village Crossing project, which calls for enhancements along a nearly mile-long stretch of Chamblee Dunwoody Road, may get a shot in the arm.

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