Fulton County approves $1.3M airport upgrade ahead of World Cup, ,major expansion planned
Fulton County commissioners have greenlit a $1.3 million upgrade to the county airport, the first phase of a sweeping expansion aimed at preparing for the World Cup and boosting local business. The multi-million dollar project includes a new fire and emergency facility and a 1,000-foot runway extension, with plans to finish by 2040—but questions remain about its impact on residents and nearby businesses.