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Picturesque Oak Tree To Be Removed From Downtown Alpharetta Corner

Released January 15, 2020 03:07 PM

A large Water Oak tree that dominates the corner of Milton Avenue and Canton Street in Downtown Alpharetta is damaged and will be removed during the first week of February.

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.

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Qualifying To Run For Alpharetta Mayor / Council Begins August 19

Released August 06, 2019 03:28 PM

Alpharetta residents who are interested in competing to hold the office of Mayor or one of three City Council seats will have three days within which to file their qualifying papers.

Local Leadership & Support For Trees Recognized

Released February 20, 2019 01:55 PM

Alpharetta was one of 20 Georgia cities recognized as a Tree City USA during the state Arbor Day celebration in Duluth, February 7.

29th Annual Taste of Alpharetta Simmers With New Flavors & Attractions

Released February 14, 2019 01:36 PM

The longest running food festival in the South returns on Thursday, May 2, 2019...

Savannah Leaders Come To Learn From Alpharetta

Released February 01, 2019 12:29 PM

The mayor and city council of Savannah traveled to Alpharetta this week to learn how the City of Alpharetta plans, partners on, and brings to life community transforming projects...

City of Alpharetta Recognized for its Commitment to Sustainability

Released January 23, 2019 04:13 PM

The City of Alpharetta has been recertified by the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) as a Green Community at the Gold Level.

Expiration Of Agreement Brings Change In Recreation Fees

Released January 10, 2019 11:34 AM

With the agreement having expired, residents of one city who participate in a recreation or parks program offered by the other city

Waste / Recycling Schedule To Be Altered For Christmas And New Year’s

Released December 21, 2018 09:19 AM

Alpharetta residents are reminded that the schedule for residential trash and recycling collection will be changed for the next two weeks due to holidays.

New Sunday Alcohol Service Hours Effective December 2

Released November 08, 2018 03:29 PM

Alpharetta voters went to the polls this week and overwhelmingly approved a measure to change the time when restaurants can legally serve alcoholic beverages on Sundays ...

Portion Of Northwinds Parkway To Close September 18

Released September 14, 2018 07:37 AM

The northbound lane of Northwinds Parkway between Rowan Avenue and Kimball Bridge Road will be closed for repairs beginning at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, September 18

“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.

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

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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

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.

Fulton County to Hold Public Meeting on Big Creek Water Reclamation Facility Expansion

Released March 23, 2018 08:24 AM

The Fulton County Department of Public Works will hold a public meeting Thursday, March 29, 2018

Belle Isle To Bid Farewell As Alpharetta Mayor

Released February 05, 2018 04:00 PM

February 13 will be a difficult day for Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle. That morning, during the annual State of the City Address, he will also offer his farewell remarks as he prepares to resign from the Office of Mayor.

Alpharetta Public Safety Recognized As One Of Best In Nation

Released August 02, 2017 03:06 PM

he Alpharetta Department of Public Safety is pleased to announce that the city’s police operations were reaccredited via Gold Standard Assessment by CALEA

Alpharetta Launches Effort To Update Vision For North Point District

Released June 19, 2017 09:22 AM

The City of Alpharetta is launching an effort to update the master plan for the area around North Point Mall; what city officials refer to as the North Point Activity Center.

Global Technology Group Acquires Alpharetta-Based Company

Released June 12, 2017 03:12 PM

Hexagon, a leading global provider of information technology solutions, has acquired Alpharetta-based mobile app platform provider Catavolt.