It had been known that Atlanta would be selected to host some games during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held jointly at sites in Mexico, the U.S., and Canada. But on Sunday those matches were confirmed – Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be the site of eight matches, featuring group stage games and two knockout games, including a semifinal. The city has become one of the premier soccer hotspots in the U.S. between the success of Atlanta United in MLS and securing the new headquarters of U.S. Soccer. RISING…
Proposed Fulton Co. property tax hike
Fulton County homeowners let out a collective groan Monday following the announcement that property taxes will be increasing by more than 12% over the rollback millage rate. The hike, per the over the Fulton County Board of Commissioners, is to increase funding for the 2025 General Fund. The county will host three public meetings to discuss the plan with the public before the millage rate is set, but the likely tax hike has Fulton homeowners SINKING…
