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Will there be enough parking at the new SunTrust Park?

February 17, 2017 Express Telegraph

The Atlanta Braves start playing in their new stadium in less than two months, but many questions surround the looming first pitch at SunTrust Park.

Did utility payments in Smyrna go missing?

December 20, 2016 Express Telegraph

At least 50 payments to the city of Smyrna’s Utility Services Department “never materialized” in October, a city official told a customer today.

Cobb throws incumbent chairman out of office

July 27, 2016 Express Telegraph

Cobb County voters on Tuesday voted from office the incumbent chairman who negotiated a deal to move the Atlanta Braves from downtown Atlanta to the Smyrna area.

Cobb County faces lawsuit over pedestrian bridge

July 13, 2016 Express Telegraph

Cobb County faces a lawsuit over a bridge that is to connect the new Atlanta Braves stadium with the Cobb Galleria.

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Georgia executes 72-year-old inmate for 1979 murder

February 3, 2016 Todd DeFeo

The state of Georgia early Wednesday morning executed the oldest prisoner on its death row, state officials said.

Georgia officials announce major transportation initiative

January 14, 2016 Express Telegraph

Georgia officials this week proposed a massive list of transportation project aimed at tackling a backlog of projects and helping commuters.

Braves executive: Entire region will benefit from Braves move

December 5, 2015 Express Telegraph

The entire Atlanta area will benefit from the Atlanta Braves’ relocation to Cobb County from Downtown Atlanta, an executive vice president told a business organization.

Challengers target incumbent Smyrna mayor during forum

October 20, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Incumbent Max Bacon and the political establishment were in the crosshairs early during a candidate forum.

Smyrna launches bike-sharing program

October 20, 2015 Express Telegraph

The City of Smyrna last month announced a bike-sharing program.

Three vying to be Smyrna mayor, city council seats up for grabs

October 17, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Three people are vying to serve as the mayor of this north Atlanta suburb. In addition, all seven council seats are on the ballot.