Atlanta, DeKalb announce agreement before continuing ‘Cop City’ development
In recent months, Atlanta has seen protests, an officer involved shooting that killed a protester, Molotov cocktail incidents, and other
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Board of commissioners pass $20 million proposal for Emory Hillandale Hospital, Grady Hospital
A hospital in Lithonia will soon receive major renovations through a multi-million-dollar proposal. On Oct. 4, DeKalb County CEO Michael
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Officials cut ribbon on new Tobie Grant Recreation Center
A new recreation center described as state of the art by officials is now open in Scottdale. DeKalb County Commissioner
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DeKalb History Center opens 1997 time capsule and new exhibit
Attendees to DeKalb History Center’s Bicentennial Birthday Bash got the first look at the center’s newest exhibit after officials cracked
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More home, rental and utility assistance available for some DeKalb residents
As the cost of living continues to rise across the nation, officials and organizations in DeKalb County are working together
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Officials express concerns over termination of county schools superintendent
Although DeKalb County Board of Education Chair Vickie Turner called the sudden ousting of former DeKalb County School District Superintendent
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First electric MARTA buses to run in DeKalb
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) celebrated Earth Day April 22 by announcing the launch of its first electric buses.
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DeKalb County employees outpace state, national rates for COVID-19 vaccinations
The COVID-19 vaccination rate for DeKalb County government employees has exceeded county, state, and national rates thanks to incentives, stated
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PepsiCo add jobs, expands Tucker facility
Gov. Brian Kemp announced March 10 that PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) will invest $260 million in the expansion of
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DeKalb County to distribute thousands of at-home rapid COVID tests
DeKalb County officials said they will distribute 5,000 at-home COVID-19 rapid tests starting at 9 a.m. on Dec. 30. DeKalb
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New fire rescue facilities open in DeKalb
DeKalb County officials opened the county’s new fire rescue academy buildings Aug. 12 at 3161 Warren Road in Decatur.
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Essential workers highlighted in State of the County address
DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond spent much of his 2021 State of the County address thanking frontline and essential workers.
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County CEO urges added safety measures ahead of businesses reopening
Certain businesses including gyms, bowling alleys, body art studios, salons and barber shops will begin reopening April 22 as ordered
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