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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.

Commissioner Larry Johnson to Host T.H.R.I.V.E. in Biz Virtual Fireside Chat
Thu, Jul 29, 2021 - 5:00 PM
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DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson will host T.H.R.I.V.E. in Biz virtual fireside chat Thursday, Aug. 12, at 7 p.m. The Technology, Health, Readiness, Infrastructure, Vulnerable Populations and Economic Opportunities (T.H.R.I.V.E.) in Biz will focus on encouraging people to keep going in business, how to go from surviving to thriving, creative ways to be uniquely you and prosper, and business tips and tools for everyday use.
Arcadia Avenue Lane Closure Begins on Aug. 2
Thu, Jul 29, 2021 - 1:38 PM
Aerial map view showing Arcadia Avenue. A red dotted line marks a southbound lane closure between Missionary Drive and Derrydown Way.
On Aug. 2, a portion of the southbound lane along South Columbia Drive, between Craigie Avenue and East College Avenue, will be closed from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., while crews work to rehabilitate 532 linear feet of ductile-iron sewer pipe. This section of Arcadia Avenue will reopen on Wednesday, Aug. 7.
South Columbia Drive Lane Closure Begins on Aug. 2
Thu, Jul 29, 2021 - 1:36 PM
DeKalb County, Georgia logo featuring overlapping green and blue "DC" letters above the words "DeKalb County" and "GEORGIA".
On Aug. 2, a portion of the northbound lane along South Columbia Drive, between Missionary Drive and Derrydown Way, will be closed from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., while crews work to rehabilitate 386 linear feet of ductile-iron sewer pipe. This section of South Columbia Drive will reopen on Wednesday, Aug. 7.
Lane Closure Begins Aug. 2 at South Columbia Drive and Derrydown Way
Thu, Jul 29, 2021 - 1:32 PM
DeKalb County, Georgia logo featuring overlapping green and blue "DC" letters above the words "DeKalb County" and "GEORGIA".
On Aug. 2, a portion of the northbound lane along South Columbia Drive, between Derrydown Way and Shadow Moor Drive, will be closed from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., while crews work to rehabilitate 345 linear feet of ductile-iron sewer pipe. This section of Columbia Drive will reopen on Wednesday, Aug. 7.
DeKalb to Offer $50 for Vaccinations at South DeKalb Mall
Wed, Jul 28, 2021 - 9:07 AM
DeKalb County, Georgia logo featuring overlapping green and blue "DC" letters above the words "DeKalb County" and "GEORGIA".
DeKalb County Government is giving away $50 prepaid debit cards as incentives for the first 100 people receiving COVID-19 vaccinations on Saturday, July 31. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., DeKalb County Board of Health, MedCura Health and DeKalb County Fire Rescue will administer voluntary COVID-19 vaccinations to residents 12 years of age and older at The Gallery at South DeKalb, 2801 Candler Rd., Decatur, GA 30034.

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