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Q&A: Meet Sandy Springs co-founder Oliver Porter

John Ruch December 18, 2021

Oliver Porter is a key co-founder of the City of Sandy Springs. The engineer and artist was a volunteer on

Sandy Springs’ police and fire departments grow with focus on public safety

John Ruch November 18, 2021

Improved public safety response was among the big reasons Sandy Springs incorporated in 2005. The following year, its police and

I-285 and Ga. 400: The highways that give Sandy Springs a booming economy — and traffic headaches

John Ruch September 19, 2021

Traffic is one of the surest signs a local economy is doing well — and one of its biggest headaches,

The Sandy Springs Medical Center’s half-century history of saving lives

John Ruch September 5, 2021

For over 50 years, the Medical Center area has been a bastion of life-saving healthcare for Sandy Springs and surrounding

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Sandy Springs is a vibrant and growing city just north of Atlanta, Georgia. It’s where beautiful residential neighborhoods meet world-class amenities, and all within a short drive from downtown. If you’re looking for high-end shopping, you’re a foodie looking for your next culinary treat, or even an outdoor adventurer looking for a great place to get away in the woods, Sandy Springs has got you covered!

Sandy Springs offers plenty of community activities to go along with its quiet neighborhoods and beautiful homes. The Performing Arts Center and live music on the City Green at City Springs are just the beginning. There is a lot going on for residents and visitors alike.