Lilburn is accepting applications for Civic Leadership Matters, a new training/mentoring program led by Mayor Johnny Crist. The class is geared toward citizens sincerely interested in learning, growing and serving in some capacity in the city.

The 6-month course will challenge participants to understand the political landscape specific to municipal governance in the 10-county region. Each participant will leave with an individualized pathway of growth. Lilburn residents will receive priority seating. Applications due Jan. 12.

Information: www.cityoflilburn.com.

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Ceudy Gutierrez reads a book to her 2-year-old son, Matias, at their home in Buford, GA, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. Ceudy Gutierrez is struggling to make ends meet for herself and her three young kids following her husband’s ICE arrest earlier this fall. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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