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On Common Ground NewsMarch 5, 2018

The MARTA Police Department has made an arrest in the Feb. 25 shooting aboard an eastbound train near Kensington Station. Thoth Gray, 34, was taken into custody on March 2, by MARTA’s Special Operations Response Team and the U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force. Gray was charged with aggravated assault, possession of a firearm […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 7, 2017

MARTA has named Elizabeth O’Neill as its interim general manager and CEO to succeed Keith T. Park, who announced he is leaving to become president and CEO of Goodwill of North Georgia. MARTA’s Board of Directors voted unanimously Sept. 7 to approve O’Neill, a 22-year MARTA veteran who currently serves as chief legal counsel. “One […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 7, 2017

ATLANTA—MARTA is inviting those in technology and design to put on their creative hats to develop innovative solutions during MARTA’s Third Hackathon event this weekend at the Garage on Tech Square. The upcoming Hackathon will run for a 24-hour session and provide an interactive and collaborative opportunity to assist MARTA’s technology department in finding meaningful […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 5, 2017

ATLANTA— Keith Parker announced today he will step down after nearly five years of service from MARTA. Parker will join Goodwill of North Georgia, which provides job training, employment placement services, and other community-based programs, as president and CEO this fall. Led by MARTA Chairman Robbie Ashe, the Board will vote to approve an […]

On Common Ground NewsAugust 31, 2017

MARTA increases services, security for Labor Day weekend ATLANTA—Whether traveling to the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game or Dragon Con 2017, you’ll want to take MARTA to navigate the busy holiday weekend expected downtown. MARTA is increasing train frequency on Saturday, Sept. 2, and beefing up security presence at all 38 rail stations throughout the weekend, officials […]

On Common Ground NewsAugust 30, 2017

In preparation for Saturday’s first Atlanta Falcons preseason home game, MARTA is encouraging all fans to utilize the rail system for easy access to and from the new Mercedes Benz Stadium. MARTA rail services will provide extra trains to help fans get back home quickly. “We want all Falcons fans and visitors to […]

On Common Ground NewsAugust 8, 2017

The MARTA Police Department is cracking down on fare evaders. Police said they made 538 arrests during a recent six-week effort in which plainclothes officers closely monitored fare gates across MARTA’s 38 rail stations. In addition to the arrests, the effort led to hundreds of suspensions from the MARTA system. “Our fare evasion task […]

On Common Ground NewsJune 6, 2017

ATLANTA—House Speaker David Ralston recently named Rhonda Briggins, MARTA’s senior director of external affairs, to the House Commission on Transit Governance and Funding. House Resolution 848, passed during this year’s session of the Georgia General Assembly, established a commission to study the conditions, needs, issues and problems regarding Georgia transit. The council will provide transportation […]

On Common Ground NewsMay 18, 2017

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) opened its doors to a fully renovated Reduced Fare and Lost and Found offices at the Five Points Station on May 17. Upgrades to the facility include expanded waiting area space and prominent signage to enhance customers’ experience. “Our new Reduced Fare Office now offers the needed […]

On Common Ground NewsMarch 23, 2017

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) will roll out ten, 30-foot buses, offering right-sized service to neighborhoods with narrow and challenging roadways. The recently purchased “Vicinity” buses will allow MARTA to better navigate Community Circulator routes located throughout MARTA’s service area. The first communities to see the new buses will include Belvedere, Boulder Park […]

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MARTA Police arrest suspect in train shooting

MARTA appoints Elizabeth O’Neill interim General Manager/CEO

MARTA sets “Hackathon,” seeks creative minds to enhance rider experience

MARTA CEO Keith Parker to join Goodwill

MARTA increases services, security for busy Labor Day weekend

MARTA offers commuting tips for first Falcons’ preseason home game

MARTA cracks down on fare evaders

MARTA’S Rhonda Briggins appointed to House Commission on Transit Governance & Funding

MARTA unveils newly renovated offices at Five Points Station

MARTA rolls out 30-foot buses for enhanced neighborhood service

City of Stonecrest, City Council Work Session March 8, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Hendrickson promotes ‘Gwinnett Standard’ of Excellence in first State of the County Address

DeKalb Commissioner Larry Johnson honored during Asian American Advocacy Day

City of Stonecrest, City Council Work Session March 8, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Hendrickson promotes ‘Gwinnett Standard’ of Excellence in first State of the County Address

DeKalb Commissioner Larry Johnson honored during Asian American Advocacy Day