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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Austin Walters died from an overdose in 2021 after taking a Xanax pill laced with fentanyl, his father said. A new law named after Austin and aimed at preventing deaths from fentanyl has resulted in its first convictions in Georgia, prosecutors said. (Family photo)

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