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Alpharetta's Youth Sports Program Receives National Designation

Released September 13, 2018 12:28 PM

City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services is pleased to announce that it has earned the Better Sports for Kids Quality Program Provider designation for our youth sports program.

Volunteers Needed To Help Protect Alpharetta's Waterways!

Released September 12, 2018 08:26 AM

Join hundreds of volunteers for the 29th Annual Rivers Alive! The Alpharetta event will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2018 from 8:30 am – Noon.

Composting Workshop

Released September 11, 2018 04:12 PM

The City of Alpharetta and the Alpharetta Natural Resources Commission will be offering a free class about composting on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm.

Wills Park Pool Closed For Season

Released September 06, 2018 09:07 AM

A shortage of certified life guards has forced the City to close the pool earlier than planned.

Alpharetta Hosts Workshop On Gardening In The Shade

Released August 31, 2018 02:34 PM

The City of Alpharetta and the Alpharetta Natural Resources Commission are hosting a workshop on gardening in the shade

“Bark in the Park” Input Meeting to Discuss Enhancements to Wills Park’s Waggy World

Released August 24, 2018 02:57 PM

Alpharetta’s Wills Park is undergoing a master planning process, and many improvements and enhancements to the beloved 120-acre downtown park are being discussed with local residents.

Going Bat Crazy on September 15th!

Released August 22, 2018 01:36 PM

Join us Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 6:30pm–8:15pm at the historic Mansell House in Wills Park, 1835 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta

Lawn Care Workshop For Fall and Winter

Released August 21, 2018 09:32 AM

Lawns add beauty and value to any property; but, often homeowners have questions about the proper way to achieve great looking, healthy lawns in Georgia’s clay soil.

Fall Vegetable Gardening Workshop

Released August 09, 2018 04:10 PM

Would you like to have a fall vegetable garden?

Rucker Road To Reopen Friday Evening

Released July 31, 2018 09:21 AM

The City of Alpharetta will reopen Rucker Road to motorists this Friday evening

Mayfield Road Reopens To Motorists

Released July 27, 2018 02:48 PM

Mayfield Road will reopen to all traffic July 27 sometime after 7:00 PM, the City of Alpharetta announced this afternoon.

Opening Of Mayfield Road Changed Due To Site Conditions

Released July 09, 2018 12:51 PM

A tentative target date of July 23 is now being eyed.

Alpharetta Proposes 2018 Millage Rate

Released July 05, 2018 04:00 AM

The budget adopted by the Alpharetta City Council proposes to leave the millage rate at its current 5.750 level through the 2018 tax year/2019 fiscal year while providing additional tax relief to citizens through a $40,000 homestead exemption; among the highest such exemptions in Georgia.

ARC To Assist In North Point Planning Effort

Released June 26, 2018 03:36 PM

Together, the City and ARC will develop guidelines for the creation of public spaces and the installation of public art in the area around North Point Mall.

The 6th Annual Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival Announces Headliners

Released June 22, 2018 08:45 AM

The Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival returns to downtown Alpharetta, Ga. for its sixth year on October 12 - 13, 2018.

Enjoy July 4th Festivities And Fireworks At Wills Park

Released June 22, 2018 08:40 AM

The City of Alpharetta is excited to host July 4th festivities in Wills Park, Alpharetta’s Downtown Park, starting at 6 p.m., with the fireworks display beginning at dark.

GA400 Express Lane Access Ramp Concept Image

Governor Deal Announces SR 400 Transit Project

Released June 19, 2018 03:02 PM

Following approval by the State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA) board, Gov. Nathan Deal today announced $100 million in General Obligation bonds

Residents Reminded To Be Aware Of Coyotes

Released June 01, 2018 05:41 PM

The animals, which are generally shy and pose little danger to people, are having pups this time of year and are on the prowl for food.

Mayor Advises on Property Assessment Appeals

Released May 22, 2018 03:17 PM

Today property assessment notices are being mailed by Fulton County to all property owners. It is anticipated that most property owners will see an increase in the assessed value of their property, as determined by the Fulton County Tax Assessor.

Rucker And Mayfield Roads To Close For Summer Construction

Released May 14, 2018 09:49 AM

Motorists traveling through Alpharetta will have two fewer roads to use to reach their destination this summer.