Augusta weighs first data-center rules as moratorium deadline arrives
Augusta officials presented proposed data-center rules as a temporary moratorium neared its July 21 expiration and a broader zoning rewrite continued.
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Columbus council to review Flock camera audit Aug. 10
Columbus City Council is expected to review an audit of Flock license-plate readers and their connection to federal immigration enforcement on Aug. 10.
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Ellijay water-main rupture triggers boil-water advisory for Progress Road area
A July 26 water-main rupture caused low pressure or disrupted service in part of Ellijay, prompting a boil-water advisory for eight named locations in the Yukon service-delivery area.
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College Park faces continued scrutiny over Savannah council meeting
College Park officials have responded to a Georgia attorney general inquiry into two special-called meetings, including a June 28 meeting held in Savannah. Complaints and a lawsuit remain active.
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Commerce Candidate-Filing Deadline Arrives for November Municipal Election
Commerce’s 2026 municipal election reached its Aug. 7 candidate-filing deadline, while the full candidate list and offices remain unconfirmed in available city materials.
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Brunswick approves fiscal 2026-27 budget as police technology work continues
The Brunswick City Commission approved the proposed fiscal 2026-27 budget while municipal technology and police infrastructure projects remain underway.
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Tyrone says Microsoft data-center project has not reached permitting stage
The Town of Tyrone says the Microsoft data-center project approved in March 2024 had no site plan or permit applications as of May 2026.
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Macon-Bibb unveils design for new Macon Arena
Macon-Bibb County revealed the Macon Arena design June 24 and named its construction team, with groundbreaking expected later in July.
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Temple council approves $233,040 police purchase across 2026 and 2027
Temple’s City Council approved a police-department purchase totaling $233,040, with $184,500 allocated in 2026 and $48,540 scheduled for 2027.
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Moultrie business park wins $2.975 million federal infrastructure grant
The Moultrie-Colquitt County Development Authority will use the U.S. Economic Development Administration grant for roads, utilities, drainage and other improvements at Citizens Business Park.
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Red Cat Plans Lowndes County Facility Tied to Valdosta Partnership
Red Cat subsidiary Blue Ops plans a Lowndes County manufacturing facility expected to create hundreds of jobs through a partnership involving Valdosta.
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Atlanta Beltline Announces 130 Affordable Homes Near Lindbergh MARTA
The Overlook project would provide 130 affordable homes near Lindbergh MARTA for households earning 50%, 60% or 80% of area median income.
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New Lithia Springs High School Campus Remains on Track for Summer 2029 Completion
Students toured the active construction site for a replacement Lithia Springs High School campus on April 17, 2026. The project is funded through ESPLOST VII and a $276.3 million district bond package, with completion scheduled for summer 2029.
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Manchester approves $350,000 zero-interest loan for Mountain Springs water and sewer extension
Manchester approved a capped, zero-interest loan to extend water and sewer service to the Mountain Springs development, including larger water lines, a force main and new fire hydrants.
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Oconee County sets 2026 millage hearings after projected tax increase for incorporated areas
Oconee County’s tentative 2026 millage rate would reduce property taxes in unincorporated areas by 0.79% but increase them in incorporated areas by 3.41%, with final adoption scheduled for Aug. 25.
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Smyrna Downtown Redevelopment Keeps Church Move, Parking Shift
Smyrna’s downtown redevelopment remains active after a 2024 church-property agreement and a change from a planned parking deck to a surface lot.
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Madison County opens 2026 TSPLOST road bids as Comer Elementary seeks cabling proposals
Madison County opened bidding for 2026 TSPLOST road projects while the school system sought low-voltage cabling proposals for the Comer Elementary expansion and renovation.
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Austell adopts downtown overlay allowing taller mixed-use buildings
Austell City Council approved a downtown zoning overlay allowing mixed-use buildings up to five stories in the Central Downtown area.
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Brookhaven sets Nov. 3 special election for District 2 seat
Brookhaven will hold a Nov. 3 special election to replace Jennifer Owens on the District 2 council. Qualifying is set for Aug. 17-19.
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Augusta Advances Proposed Rules for Future Data Centers
Augusta is reviewing its first comprehensive data-center ordinance, with proposed rules for zoning, noise, utilities, emergency access, stormwater and compliance.
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Two New Members Join Columbus City Council During 2026 Transition
Two newly elected members appeared at the July 14 Columbus City Council meeting after special elections filled the District 1 and citywide District 9 seats.
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Stonecrest council seeks probe after City Hall confrontation
Stonecrest’s City Council asked for outside help investigating a July City Hall confrontation and is considering whether to censure Mayor Jazzmin Cobble.