Good morning, Alpharetta.

Two new murals on Alpharetta’s Alpha Loop were unveiled on Aug.

4, with one showing tangerine koi fish and the other a flock of birds amid lavender clouds—installed on two bridges near the Alpharetta Branch Library. City Councilman Donald Mitchell, who funded the project with over $20,000 from his council stipend, said the art evokes personal memories while artist Alice Stone-Collins hopes it will spark community reflection.

Moody’s Analytics report found a national housing shortage of 2 million homes, with Georgia facing a deficit of about 35,000 rental units and 41,000 owner occupied homes—conditions that hit the market for middle income earners hardest.

Analysts say rising building costs, strict zoning, and local opposition may worsen the gap if new construction does not pick up.

Fulton County Board of Commissioners voted Wednesday to keep the countywide property tax rate flat at 8.87 mills after a public outcry over a proposed 11% increase (the decision comes as officials address unspent personnel funds and rising costs from a federal consent decree for jail improvements).

Health officials in DeKalb and Fulton counties reported the first West Nile virus positive mosquito samples of the year, including traps in Alpharetta—no human cases have been reported so far.

Officials will treat affected areas with larvicide and advise residents to remove standing water to reduce mosquito growth.

Alpharetta Member Happy Hour

8:30-10 p.m. — THRIVE | Milton — Free entry — Network with members in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere.

Full Throttle Tour 2025

7-9 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night with Jason Aldean, Nate Smith & RaeLynn's electrifying performances.

Grand Tasting

6-10 p.m. — Foundation Social Eatery — Ticketed event — Savor tastes from 30+ chefs while enjoying drinks and live music at this Alpharetta culinary showcase.

Live Blues Night with the Bill Sheffield Trio

7:30-10 p.m. — Ground & Pound Coffee — 20% added to bills — Experience soulful blues and dynamic storytelling from Georgia's authentic blues legend.

RADIOSTAR Cover Band Live Performance

8:00 – 11:30 PM — Roaring Social — Check venue for entry — Dance to the hits of all eras with local favorite RadioStar.