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October 23 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Released October 19, 2021 11:36 AM

Saturday, October 23 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, an event designed to draw attention to the importance of properly disposing of unused prescription medications...

Household Hazardous Waste & Paint Collection Offered for Alpharetta Residents

Released October 18, 2021 08:25 AM

City of Alpharetta residents have an opportunity to have their household hazardous waste and paint either recycled or properly disposed of ...

Do Not Put Leaves And Debris Into Storm Drains

Released October 11, 2021 03:29 PM

Every year we are left with the same question, “What to do with all those leaves?”

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Alpharetta Seeks Input from Special Needs Community

Released October 11, 2021 09:27 AM

The City of Alpharetta is hosting a Special Needs Community Engagement Meeting.

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Key Decisions To Be Made As Early Voting Begins October 12

Released October 04, 2021 02:36 PM

Early voting in the 2021 General Election begins October 12, and Alpharetta voters will head to the polls to cast their votes on several important ballot items.

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Glass Recycling Collection Services Delayed

Released September 20, 2021 11:35 AM

Due to staffing issues related to COVID-19, curbside collection of glass recyclables is currently running one to two weeks behind schedule.

Covered Arena at Union Hill Park Closed for Renovations

Released September 10, 2021 08:48 AM

The City of Alpharetta will close the current roller hockey rink and surrounding area at Union Hill Park on Monday, September 20.

Wills Park Pool Announces Adjusted Schedule For Remainder Of Summer Season

Released August 06, 2021 11:23 AM

Like many employers, The City of Alpharetta is facing staffing challenges that are impacting current operations.

Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley Keeps Rolling Into Fall With Added Dates

Released August 05, 2021 03:20 PM

The City of Alpharetta is excited to announce the extension of Food Truck Alley this fall!

Downtown Intersection Getting Scrambled

Released June 18, 2021 01:43 PM

Pedestrians in Downtown Alpharetta will soon have a new way to cross the street at the intersection of Milton Avenue and Roswell/Canton Street.

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Weekend Events Bring Fun, Crowds, Heavy Traffic To Wills Park Area

Released May 28, 2021 11:03 AM

The Alpharetta Arts Streetfest, the opening of the Wills Park Pool, and the Special Olympics Georgia State Horse Show are expected to fill Wills Park with fun and laughter...

Northern Extension Of Big Creek Greenway Opens For Public Use Friday

Released May 27, 2021 02:16 PM

The City of Alpharetta will open the northern extension of its Big Creek Greenway to use by the general public beginning Friday, May 28.

Summer Events Return To Alpharetta As COVID Restrictions Lift

Released May 20, 2021 01:16 PM

The City of Alpharetta is excited to bring back several of the community’s favorite, free summer events for 2021!

State Begins 3-Year Project To Widen State Route 9

Released May 14, 2021 09:14 AM

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has kicked-off its State Route 9 Improvement Project...

Alpharetta To Begin Public Events, Conclude COVID Recovery Plan

Released May 07, 2021 12:44 PM

The Alpharetta City Council has authorized staff to begin hosting public special events and take other steps to immediately conclude the City’s phased pandemic recovery plan.

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Residents Invited To Attend Community Input Session For Old Rucker Park Design

Released May 06, 2021 02:39 PM

The City of Alpharetta invites residents to attend a community input session to review the proposed design concepts for the future Old Rucker Park site.

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Conversion Of Alpharetta Town Green To Artificial Turf Begins June 1

Released April 29, 2021 07:14 AM

On June 1 contractors will remove the grass from the Town Green in Downtown Alpharetta as the conversion of the popular park space to artificial turf begins.

City Awarded LCI Planning Grant from Atlanta Regional Commission

Released April 22, 2021 01:18 PM

The Atlanta Regional Commission has awarded a $160,000 Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) grant to fund a planning study in the City of Alpharetta.

New Grow-A-Row Program Receives Abundant Volunteer Support

Released April 01, 2021 02:05 PM

The City of Alpharetta launched a new Grow-A-Row Program at Old Rucker Farm

Alpharetta Police Operations To Be Reviewed In March

Released March 19, 2021 09:37 AM

The City of Alpharetta’s Department of Public Safety will virtually host a team of law enforcement professionals from around the country who will be assessing all aspects of the department’s police operations and management.