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Press Releases

Stay informed with the latest updates from DeKalb County Government. Here you will find timely announcements, public safety information, and community highlights that keep residents connected to county services and initiatives. Our goal is to provide clear, accessible news that supports transparency and keeps you engaged with what is happening across DeKalb.

DeKalb Roads and Drainage Offers Flood Map Information Service to Residents
Tue, Aug 31, 2021 - 3:51 PM
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The DeKalb County Roads and Drainage Floodplain Management Office offers residents general floodplain management information on flood hazards, planning, prevention, and mitigation free of charge. This is part of activities under the Community Rating System Program of the county.
DeKalb Board of Registration and Elections to Meet Friday, Sept. 3
Mon, Aug 30, 2021 - 1:02 PM
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The DeKalb Board of Registration and Elections will hold a special called meeting on Friday, Sept.3, 2021, at 1 p.m. This meeting will be conducted via teleconference (Zoom). Simultaneous public access to the meeting will be available via livestream on DCTV’s UStream channel https://video.ibm.com/channel/dctv-channel-23.
DeKalb Announces Labor Day Residential Sanitation Collection Schedule
Mon, Aug 30, 2021 - 12:59 PM
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In observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 6, garbage, recyclable materials and yard trimmings collection for residential customers will be based on a revised schedule. The North Transfer Station will be open from 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 6. The Central Transfer Station, Seminole Road Landfill and Customer Care call center will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6, reopening on Tuesday, Sept. 7, during normal operating hours.
Tilly Mill Sewer Replacement Begins Sept. 15
Mon, Aug 30, 2021 - 12:57 PM
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Efforts to improve sewer service throughout DeKalb County continue Wednesday, Sept. 15, with the launch of the Tilly Mill Sewer Replacement Project, which will include installation of new, larger sewer lines. Contractors have begun assessing and preparing the impacted areas. More than 4,500 feet of existing 14- and18-inch sewer lines will be upgraded to 24-inch lines.
Over 2,100 Receive COVID-19 Vaccinations During DeKalb County Event
Sat, Aug 28, 2021 - 3:56 PM
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Today, Aug. 28, DeKalb County, in partnership with the DeKalb County Board of Health and Medcura Health, administered 2,156 COVID-19 vaccinations. The vaccination event featured guest appearances by renowned gospel singer Dottie Peoples, NBA legend Dikembe Motumbo, trumpeter extraordinaire Milkshake Mayfield, and award-winning gospel radio host Larry Tinsley.

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