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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.

Braves EVP Schiller to Address Buckhead Business Association

October 15, 2015 Express Telegraph

An Atlanta Braves executive who is helping lead the team’s move from Downtown Atlanta to Cobb County will address the Buckhead Business Association (BBA) on Dec. 3.

Cobb County official acknowledges Braves will hurt traffic

July 31, 2015 Express Telegraph

It’s no secret the Atlanta Braves move to the Smyrna area will have a major — and negative — impact on the region. But, now comes a Cobb County official who acknowledges the mess it will likely be.

Famed Smyrna, Ga., restaurant closes after 50 years

August 17, 2014 The Travel Trolley

A Smyrna, Ga., landmark has closed after 50 years of business. Howard’s Restaurant, which opened in 1964, was The Jonquil City’s oldest restaurant until its closure.

Smyrna unveils copy of original city charter

July 5, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Smyrna city officials on July 1 officially unveiled a copy of the original city charter. The historic document was donated to Smyrna Mayor Max Bacon by a city resident.

‘Opportuniy Zone’ in Smyrna leads to tax breaks

December 15, 2011 Express Telegraph

Businesses located within a so-called Opportuniy Zone in the northern portion of this Metro Atlanta city that created at least two new jobs this year are eligible for a $3,500 tax credit per job, officials said.