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The Forsyth County School Board approved a policy banning students from using electronic devices during school hours.
07/07/2025

The Forsyth County School Board approved a policy banning students from using electronic devices during school hours.

The Forsyth County School Board approved a policy banning students from using electronic devices during school hours.

A pause on residential projects could provide the Forsyth County Commission some breathing room to make long-term change...
07/04/2025

A pause on residential projects could provide the Forsyth County Commission some breathing room to make long-term changes to shape future development.

A pause on residential projects could provide the Forsyth County Commission some breathing room to make long-term changes to shape future development.

The $38 million investment is expected to bring 90 new jobs to the county, the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce said. ...
07/03/2025

The $38 million investment is expected to bring 90 new jobs to the county, the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce said. The company is described as a global leader in structural steel and plate fabrication equipment and an industry game-changer.

FICEP Corporation, a subsidiary of an Italian steel fabrication company, will establish a North American headquarters in Forsyth County.

Forsyth County has approved a 180-day moratorium on rezoning dormant residential properties last zoned before April 2017...
06/25/2025

Forsyth County has approved a 180-day moratorium on rezoning dormant residential properties last zoned before April 2017. The move gives officials time to review outdated plans and address concerns over overcrowding and unchecked growth.

The Forsyth County Commission closed the loop on a 2017 decision targeting properties that have languished for years.

MarketNsight, one of the Southeast’s leading consultants for housing data and trends, projected a return to rate-driven ...
06/22/2025

MarketNsight, one of the Southeast’s leading consultants for housing data and trends, projected a return to rate-driven market during its June 12 update to industry personnel.

MarketNsight, one of the Southeast’s leading consultants for housing data and trends, projected a return to rate-driven market during its June 12 update to industry personnel.

To fight rising health care costs, Forsyth County is launching a $6.2M wellness center at its new admin campus. Official...
06/20/2025

To fight rising health care costs, Forsyth County is launching a $6.2M wellness center at its new admin campus. Officials hope the program will boost employee health, cut costs & deliver long-term savings. Work is underway now, with opening set for 2025.

Amid skyrocketing employee health care costs, Forsyth County hopes to stem the tide with a new wellness center at its new administrative campus.

Forsyth County is moving forward with plans for a state-of-the-art fire training center off Martin Road. Funded by SPLOS...
06/18/2025

Forsyth County is moving forward with plans for a state-of-the-art fire training center off Martin Road. Funded by SPLOST, the $760K project will provide specialized, hands-on training to better equip firefighters for local emergency response.

A fire training center is expected to give local firefighters the specialized training they need to battle Forsyth County fires.

Forsyth County approved a 224-acre, low-density residential project in south Forsyth on June 5 amid growth concerns. Off...
06/10/2025

Forsyth County approved a 224-acre, low-density residential project in south Forsyth on June 5 amid growth concerns. Officials say it reflects what residents want: less density, more green space, and thoughtful development.

Amid concerns raised about rampant growth, county commissioners greenlit a 224-acre residential community in south Forsyth County June 5.

New lanes will stretch from North Springs to McGinnis Ferry, with major interchange changes at exits like SR 20.
06/10/2025

New lanes will stretch from North Springs to McGinnis Ferry, with major interchange changes at exits like SR 20.

Georgia DOT is poised to begin work on a 16-mile express lanes project along Ga. 400 from North Springs MARTA station north to southern Forsyth County next summer.

After 37 years of quietly shaping the City of Cu***ng from behind the scenes, longtime city clerk Jeff Honea has retired...
06/05/2025

After 37 years of quietly shaping the City of Cu***ng from behind the scenes, longtime city clerk Jeff Honea has retired. Honored with a GMA Lifetime Service Award, Honea leaves behind a legacy of dedication, detail—and over 400 council meetings.

Few people have attended more Cu***ng City Council meetings than Jeff Honea.

The Forsyth County Board of Education is reviewing a proposed $750.5M budget for FY2026, maintaining the current tax rat...
06/04/2025

The Forsyth County Board of Education is reviewing a proposed $750.5M budget for FY2026, maintaining the current tax rate. Key investments target school safety, student support, staff retention, and instructional quality. Final approval is pending.

The Forsyth County Board of Education is considering a $750.5 million budget that would maintain the current tax rate – or mill levy – on property.

Last-minute action by Rep. Rich McCormick cut the number of planned Lake Lanier park closures in half over Memorial Day ...
05/31/2025

Last-minute action by Rep. Rich McCormick cut the number of planned Lake Lanier park closures in half over Memorial Day weekend. Originally 21 were set to close due to staffing shortages—only 11 did.

Last minute action by Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) helped cut the number of Lake Lanier parks planned for closure Memorial Day weekend by half.

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