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VIDEO: All Lanes Open to Traffic on SR 369/400 Overpass (Exit 18) Read more...

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Each fall, when algae bloom in the fall in Lake Lanier (the County’s raw water source) and release compounds like MIB and geosmin, our drinking water can taste a little earthy. These compounds are NOT toxic or harmful, and the County’s Department of Water & Sewer actively uses ozone treatment to remove the compounds from the water supply. Read more...

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Community invited to provide input on the future of parks. Read more...

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In this edition of On the Move, Parks & Recreation Director Kirk Franz discusses renovations coming to the Big Creek Greenway between mile markers 8.5 (Bethelview Trailhead) and 10.3 (Kelly Mill Road), which is currently closed to the public. Read more...

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Forsyth County government offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Read more...

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The Forsyth County Fire Department is asking for residents’ help in making the holiday season brighter for children in need with the 23rd annual Aerial’s House toy and coat collection. Read more...

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Forsyth County Senior Services invites residents to participate in the 2025 Holiday Gift Angels, Meal Sponsorship and Senior Support Programs throughout the holiday season. Read more...

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Forsyth County was again recognized by the State of Georgia as a WaterFirst community, a designation it has held since 2010. Being a WaterFirst community demonstrates Forsyth County’s commitment to excellence in responsible water stewardship, planning, management and conservation among other areas. Read more...

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By executive order of Gov. Brian Kemp, the flag of the United States and the Georgia flag at Forsyth County government facilities will fly at half-staff in honor of Vice President Richard “Dick” Bruce Cheney. Read more...

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The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 5 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room of the Forsyth County Administration Building regarding a proposed County-initiated rezoning of multiple parcels. Read more...