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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.

DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees to Meet Monday, Dec. 4
Thu, Nov 30, 2023 - 3:06 PM
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DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting at 4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 4, 2023. The Board of Trustees will be joined by DeKalb Library Foundation for this meeting. The meeting will be held at DeKalb County Public Library Darro C. Willey-Administrative Center, 3560 Kensington Road, Decatur, GA 30032. The meeting will also be live-streamed.
DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs to Hold Third Public Meeting for Frazier Rowe Park
Thu, Nov 30, 2023 - 3:05 PM
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The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a third public master planning meeting Wednesday, December 13, at 6 p.m. at the Mason Mill Recreation Center, 1340 McConnell Dr. Decatur, Ga. The community is invited to attend and provide input on the upcoming plans.
Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson and Bruce Street Seniors Pause to Say ‘Thank You’ at Holiday Brunch
Tue, Nov 28, 2023 - 11:12 AM
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On Thursday, Nov.16, District 5 Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson sponsored a Thanksgiving holiday brunch for seniors at the East DeKalb Senior Center at Bruce Street. The purpose of this event was to gather and commemorate Thanksgiving with DeKalb seniors and spread love and encouragement during a season that can be challenging for many seniors.
DeKalb County Warming Centers to Open on Nov. 27, Nov. 28 and Nov. 29
Mon, Nov 27, 2023 - 7:32 PM
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Due to forecasted cold weather, DeKalb County will open five warming centers for residents on Monday, Nov. 27, Tuesday, Nov. 28, and Wednesday, Nov. 29, starting at 8 p.m. each night to use. Anyone staying in the warming centers must follow the county’s COVID-19 protocols that include wearing a mask, social distancing and undergoing a temperature check.
DeKalb County Warming Centers to Open on Nov. 22
Wed, Nov 22, 2023 - 2:30 AM
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Due to forecasted cold weather, DeKalb County will open five warming centers for residents on Wednesday, Nov. 22, starting at 8 p.m. each night to use. Anyone staying in the warming centers must follow the county’s COVID-19 protocols that include wearing a mask, social distancing and undergoing a temperature check.

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