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No Lane Closures Planned for Thanksgiving Holiday

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:02:48 UT

DOT is now including mandatory "no work days" on holidays and peak travel days around holidays into construction contracts...

Governor Perdue Releases Monday Fuel Update

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 19:56:49 UT

On September 27, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced that it is delivering 500,000 barrels of emergency exchange oil to Marathon’s Midwest refineries via the Capline. The Governor has sent a letter to President Bush asking for release of crude from reserve...

Governor Perdue Issues Statement Concerning Flu Shots Being Administered Without Prescriptions

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:39:01 UT

"No statute or regulation has passed or was promulgated in the past 12 months that would change the ability of pharmacists to administer flu shots"...

11Alive, MyAtlTV and Comcast Make Falcons Tickets Available to Community Volunteers

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:31:07 UT

As one of the recipients of the tickets purchased by WXIA-TV, WATL-TV and Comcast, the Metro Atlanta Red Cross is distributing these opener game day tickets to evacuees of Hurricane Gustav who remain in Atlanta and to the volunteers who worked tirelessly in support of the evacuation effort...

September 2008 is Atrial Fibrillation Month Focusing on Life-Threatening Irregular Heartbeat

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:06:24 UT

Over five million Americans now suffer from atrial fibrillation, where the heart goes out of control with little warning and for no apparent reason. It's a frightening occurrence that will impact millions more as atrial fibrillation overtakes aging baby boomers...

Kennesaw PD Offers Tips for Preventing Theft from Autos

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:08:24 UT

During the last few days the Kennesaw Police have noticed an increase in thefts from autos. In almost all incidents the victim's car was left unlocked...

Signal Devices Aim to Control Highway Congestion

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:00:14 UT

In an ongoing effort to provide congestion relief to motorists, the Georgia Department of Transportation is installing ramp meters on the interstate system and several major state routes throughout metro Atlanta...

Marietta Announces $2.2 million for Repaving

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:45:48 UT

Marietta Mayor Bill Dunaway announced during his State of the City speech July 16 that Marietta is scheduled to repave 13 miles of city streets worth over $2.2 million later this year...

City of Hires New Police Officers

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:51:19 UT

Marietta Mayor Bill Dunaway and Police Chief Dan Flynn swore in three of the city's newest police officers at the July City Council meeting...

Keep Pets Safe on July 4th

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 02:26:31 UT

With Independence Day approaching, the city offers tips to keep pets safe from fireworks...

It’s Not Always Fun in the Sun: Get Ready for Summer Threats

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 02:11:26 UT

According to the Georgia Emergency Management Agency’s Ready Georgia campaign, Georgia’s warmer months also bring hazards that can be avoided if citizens are well-prepared...

Operation Community Shield Nabs More than 100

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:41:05 UT

More than 100 gang members and associates were arrested as a result of a state-wide initiative in Georgia led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) special agents...

Police Test Scooters to Help Environment, Save Fuel

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 00:49:21 UT

The Marietta Police Department is helping the environment and saving on fuel costs by testing two electric scooters for patrol officers as an alternative to gas-powered patrol cars...

Marietta Fire Arrests Mattress Firm Arson Suspect

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 01:58:14 UT

City of Marietta Fire investigators have arrested a suspect for the June 10, 2008, first degree arson of the Mattress Firm at 280 Cobb Parkway, south of Roswell Street and the Big Chicken...

Fire Department Offers Tips for Businesses During Disasters

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:36:06 UT

State and federal officials say it's a good idea to include disaster preparations while planning a business because restoring business is an important part of recovery from disasters...