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Get In The Holiday Spirit At Alpharetta’s Season Of Celebration Tree Lighting

Released November 13, 2019 03:43 PM

The magic of the season glistens at Downtown Alpharetta’s annual tree lighting event, Season of Celebration presented by WellStar, on Friday, Dec. 6.

Applications Open For New Program To Match Live Music To Local Businesses

Released November 13, 2019 03:37 PM

City of Alpharetta has launched a new 2020 music program to help support businesses and musicians in Alpharetta.

The Biggest Little Farm Film Screening at the Alpharetta Library

Released November 07, 2019 01:00 PM

The City of Alpharetta’s Community Agriculture Program is hosting a free screening of the documentary film, THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM, on Wednesday, November 13, at 6 p.m.

Alpharetta’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services Department Receives Agency of the Year Award

Released November 07, 2019 12:47 PM

Alpharetta’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services Department was awarded the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association (GRPA) Agency of the Year Award...

Time To Turn Off Irrigation Systems

Released November 06, 2019 08:57 AM

Freezing temperatures begin appearing in our weather forecasts next week, which means it is time to turn off outdoor irrigation systems to avoid broken pipes and ice on roads and sidewalks.

Household Hazardous Waste and Paint Collection Offered for Alpharetta Residents

Released October 22, 2019 01:59 PM

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

Alpharetta To Host A Workshop On Planting Trees & Shrubs

Released October 22, 2019 10:38 AM

The City of Alpharetta and the Alpharetta Natural Resources Commission, along with the UGA Cooperative Extension North Fulton Master Gardeners...

Multi-Day Road Closure Of Union Hill Road

Released October 15, 2019 02:47 PM

Union Hill Road will be closed between McGinnis Ferry Road and the entrance to Union Hill Park as crews repair a broken water main and damage to the roadway that resulted from an automobile accident.

City Council Studies Financing Tool For North Point Improvements

Released September 26, 2019 03:30 PM

With a plan in place for revitalizing its North Point District, an 898-acre area centered on North Point Mall, the City of Alpharetta is now studying ideas for financing a variety of public improvements outlined in that plan.

State Rejects Alpharetta Proposal For GA400 Express Lanes Project

Released September 26, 2019 12:26 PM

The Georgia Department of Transportation will move forward with its plan to construct a dedicated access for its GA400 Express Lanes Project between Webb Bridge Road and Windward Parkway despite a request by the City of Alpharetta to relocate the access point to Encore Parkway.

Alpharetta Hosting Free Secure Document Shredding Event

Released September 24, 2019 04:00 PM

City of Alpharetta residents that need to safely discard bank statements, medical history papers, and other documents containing confidential information are invited to take advantage of a free document shredding event on Saturday, October 19, 2019.

City Center Project Wins Multi-State Awards

Released September 13, 2019 09:59 AM

Downtown Alpharetta’s City Center Project is the 2019 award winner for Excellence In Town Center Development and the People’s Choice for the Public Realm winner from the Urban Land Institute’s Atlanta District.

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Partnership To Bring Community Center To East Alpharetta

Released September 13, 2019 09:10 AM

The Alpharetta City Council has approved a partnership with the Alpharetta / Ed Isakson Family YMCA to bring a new community center to the east side of Alpharetta.

Scarecrow Harvest Moves To Brooke Street Park On Saturday, October 5th

Released September 10, 2019 12:22 PM

Stroll through the scarecrow village, dance on the great lawn to the sounds of a live DJ or sit back and relax as you listen to the storyteller at the 14th Annual Scarecrow Harvest Festival.

Road Closure To Impact Bethany Road Evening Commute On September 11 & 12

Released September 10, 2019 09:17 AM

A portion of Bethany Road located just south of Mayfield Road will be closed from 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM this Wednesday and Thursday as crews from Atlanta Gas Light relocate two high pressure gas lines.

Alpharetta Offering Free Composting Workshop

Released September 09, 2019 10:27 AM

Beautiful plants can and value to any property; but, often homeowners have questions about the proper way to achieve great looking, healthy plants in Georgia’s clay soil.

Trash & Recycling Services Delayed

Released September 09, 2019 08:57 AM

On Monday, September 9 the City was advised by Republic Services that our residents may experience a one-day delay in the provision of trash and recycling services this week.

Volunteers Needed to Help Protect Alpharetta’s Waterways!

Released September 06, 2019 02:24 PM

Join hundreds of volunteers for the 31st Annual Rivers Alive! The Alpharetta event will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2019 from 8:30 am to Noon.

21st Annual Alpharetta Touch-A-Truck Event Returns To A New Location

Released September 05, 2019 03:56 PM

Children of all ages will get up-close to trucks of all shapes and sizes at the City of Alpharetta’s 21st Annual Touch-A-Truck.

Alpharetta Proposes Changes To GA400 Express Lanes Concepts

Released August 30, 2019 09:17 AM

The City of Alpharetta has sent correspondence to the Georgia Department of Transportation requesting that the agency alter plans for its GA400 Express Lanes Project through the city.