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Fulton County Arts & Culture is proud to announce the return of its signature fashion experience, FACEs of Fashion 2026: The Art of Influence, which will take place Sunday, September 27, 2026, in Buckhead.

The Fulton County Fresh Mobile Market continues its trek through local neighborhoods throughout the month of July. The mobile market’s 3rd session of the summer will roll through the county each Tuesday and Thursday July 14 - 30, 2026.

Fulton County has announced that the proposal period for the HOME American Rescue Plan (HOME ARP) Program will soon be underway. The Department of Community Development will unveil the application process on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Fulton County Arts & Culture, in partnership with the Fulton County Library System, is inviting residents of all ages to explore their creativity this summer through the Summer Arts Experiences Program, a series of free arts education classes offered at libraries across Fulton County.

The Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections will hold a special called Certification Meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 3 p.m. at the Fulton County Elections Hub and Operations Center.

Fulton County’s 2026 Notices of Assessment are available online at www.fultonassessor.org. Notices have also been mailed to property owners.

View the June 16, 2026, General Primary Runoff Election results here.

Fulton County is officially accepting applications for its upcoming 2026 Citizens' University Class. This interactive, multi-week educational course is designed to give residents a behind-the-scenes look at how their local county government functions, how tax dollars are allocated, and how services are delivered to the community.

District 5 residents will have 3 chances to learn more about Fulton County’s Tax Assessment process this summer. Commissioner Marvin S. Arrington, Jr., is inviting the community to join him for the 2026 Summer District Dialogues this July.

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners will hold the scheduled June Meeting at Fulton County Government Center’s Assembly Hall on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Fulton County Government Center Assembly Hall, 141 Pryor Street, NW Atlanta, GA 30303.

The Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections (BRE) will hold a special Election Day meeting to receive updates regarding the June 16, 2026, General Primary Election/Nonpartisan Runoff Election.

During National Homeownership Month Fulton County is continuing its push to make homeownership more accessible for all residents. Throughout the month of June, the Department of Community Development is recognizing the national observance by inviting lenders, realtors, and interested homebuyers to learn more about the homeownership process.

Fulton County residents now have access to the 2026 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). The Annual Report outlines the quality of water from the river to the tap will be released to the public June 10.

Advance voting dates for the June 16, 2026, General Primary Election/Nonpartisan Runoff are from Saturday, June 6 until Friday, June 12, 2026.

The Fulton County Board of Registration & Elections will convene for its regularly scheduled June meeting. The Board will receive several updates regarding Elections operations.

WorkSource Fulton, in collaboration with Grady Health System and regional economic development leaders, today celebrated a workforce investment of up to $35,000 through the WorkSource Fulton Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) Program.

The Fulton County Continuum of Care (CoC) Membership will meet virtually on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. to receive updates and discuss business items. Citizens who wish to participate in the CoC Membership Meeting must register in advance.

The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation invites readers to join the Unearth a Story Summer Reading program beginning June 1. Patrons of all ages are invited to participate in the Unearth a Story summer reading program! Register today to begin logging your books.

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners will hold the scheduled first June Meeting on June 3, 2026 at 10 a.m. in Fulton County Government Center’s Assembly Hall.

District 5 families, it’s time to head to the pond for a relaxing, fun-filled afternoon of fishing! You are invited to attend Reel Time with Commissioner Marvin S. Arrington, Jr., on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

Fulton County Fulton Fresh Mobile Market is preparing to kick off its 2nd session of the summer. The mobile unit will roll through neighborhoods around the county each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday June 9 – 25, 2026.

In honor of the late Cheryl Scheck, former board member of LifeLine Animal Project, LifeLine and Fulton County Animal Services will hold a free pet adoption and family fun day on Saturday, May 30.

Fulton County is taking the lead in coordinating sustainability efforts among the area’s public organizations.

The Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections will hold a special called Certification Meeting to begin review of documentation and election results needed to certify the May 19, 2026, General Primary Election/Nonpartisan Election. The Board will also receive updates regarding Election’s operations.

Following recommendations from the Fulton County Community Services Program (CSP) Evaluation Committee several non-profit partners will receive $5,363,958.00 in funding. The funding will be used to support the delivery of essential community services to Fulton County residents.

The Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections will hold a special called Pre-Certification Meeting on Friday, May 22, 2026, at 11 a.m. in the Fulton County Elections Hub and Operations Center, 5600 Campbellton Fairburn Road, Fairburn City, GA 30213.

Fulton County Voting Precincts SS19A and SS22 are located at Ison Springs Elementary School, which is operated by Fulton County Schools.

Results from Fulton County’s May 19 Primary election will be posted after all polls close. Two Fulton County precincts located at Ison Springs Elementary School will remain open until 11:02 p.m.

View the May 19, 2026, General Primary / Nonpartisan Election results here.

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Called Meeting at the Government Center near downtown Atlanta. The Board of Commissioners are scheduled to meet with the Mayors from each of the 15 cities in the county to discuss Service Delivery Strategy.

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners will hold the scheduled Second Regular May Meeting at Fulton County Government Center’s Assembly Hall on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

The Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections (BRE) will hold a special Election Day meeting to receive updates regarding the May 19, 2026, General Primary Election/Nonpartisan Election. A media briefing will immediately follow the BRE Primary Election Day Meeting.

Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts and the Department of Arts & Culture are preparing to bring an international flare to the county. The Chairman will host a reception to celebrate the “Threads of Heritage: A Cultural Confluence Connecting Africa to Atlanta," on Friday, May 15.

Fulton County joins communities across the nation in recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and connecting individuals and families to resources that support mental, emotional, and behavioral well-being.

More than 40,000 Fulton County voters have already casted their ballots for the May 19, 2026, General Primary/Nonpartisan Election. For those planning to cast their ballot before next week’s election, there is still time to head to the polls.

The Department of Purchasing and Contract Compliance on behalf of the Department of Community Development released the 2026 Summer Youth Job Training Program (SYJTP) Request for Proposals (RFP) on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

Fulton County has named Benjamin E. Mays High School as the winner of its 2026 Prom Safety Campaign Competition, recognizing students for their efforts to promote safe and responsible driving behaviors during prom season.

The Fulton County Board of Registration & Elections will convene for a Special Called Meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the Proposed SEB’s Observer Program.

The Fulton County Board of Registration & Elections will convene for its regularly scheduled May meeting on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 11 a.m.

National Public Works Week is May 17 – 23, 2026 and this year’s theme of “Rooted in Service, Powered by Community” serves as the foundation for the hundreds of Public Works professionals in Fulton County.

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Called Meeting at the Fulton County Government Center, to meet with the Mayors from each of the 15 cities in the county to discuss Service Delivery Strategy.

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners will hold the scheduled First May Meeting at Fulton County Government Center’s Assembly Hall on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

Fulton County Cooperative Extension, in partnership with the University of Georgia Extension, will host the Fulton Fresh Mobile Market from May 6 through May 22, 2026, offering residents free in-person nutrition education and fresh produce bags at select senior multipurpose facilities.

Fulton County’s Board of Commissioners will proclaim May as Older Americans Month during its May 6, 2026 meeting, recognizing the contributions and impact of older adults across Fulton County and the nation, and their role in strengthening our communities.

Providing safe reliable drinking water is a top priority in Fulton County. To showcase the efforts of the men and women working tirelessly in the Department of Public Works, the county will officially recognize National Drinking Water Week May 3 – 9, 2026.