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.

Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Sponsors Soldiers’ Angels Food Distribution for Veterans in Need

Thu, Dec 16, 2021 - 12:50 PM

DeKalb County Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, in partnership with Soldiers’ Angels and Atlanta Food Bank, is hosting a food distribution event to provide food assistance to 200 at-risk and homeless veterans and their families. The distribution will take place Friday, Dec. 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Atlanta VA Arcadia Clinic, 250 North Arcadia Avenue, Decatur, Ga. 30030, and will be the last of three events scheduled for 2021 to benefit veterans impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

DeKalb Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson to Host A Fireside Chat on Women’s Mental Health

Thu, Dec 16, 2021 - 12:48 PM

DeKalb County Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson will host a powerful and unfiltered discussion on the dynamics of life, mental health, wellness, managing relationships and the power of thought. The virtual “Fireside Chat on Women's Mental Health” will take place today, Dec. 16, at 6:30 p.m. and will feature Chantel Cohen, a licensed therapist and executive business and communications coach.

Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Cosponsors Free COVID-19 Vaccinations with Vaughn Irons

Thu, Dec 16, 2021 - 12:46 PM

DeKalb County District 7 Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and Stonecrest Resorts principal and developer Vaughn Irons are sponsoring free COVID-19 vaccinations with great incentives this holiday season for DeKalb County residents. The COVID-19 vaccination event will take place today, Dec. 16, from 1 to 6 p.m. at SeaQuest Interactive Aquarium at the Mall at Stonecrest, 8020 Mall Pkwy Suite #1000, Stonecrest, Ga. 30038.

DeKalb to Host Flu and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

Thu, Dec 16, 2021 - 11:15 AM

The DeKalb County Human Services Department is partnering with the DeKalb County Board of Health to host COVID-19 and flu vaccination clinics in DeKalb through the end of flu season. Vaccines are administered by trained medical professionals. COVID-19 vaccinations are free and flu vaccinations are covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurances.

DeKalb Announces Christmas and New Year’s Residential Sanitation Schedule

Thu, Dec 16, 2021 - 11:12 AM

A garbage truck lifts a green bin to empty its contents. A worker in a yellow vest operates the truck. A blue recycling bin is visible nearby, surrounded by leafy trees.

In observance of Christmas Day on Friday, Dec. 24, and New Year’s Day on Friday, Dec. 31, sanitation service for residential customers will be based on a normal collection schedule. There will be no change to the sanitation service schedule. The Central Transfer Station, North Transfer Station, Seminole Road Landfill and Customer Care call center will be closed on Friday, Dec. 24, Saturday, Dec. 25, Friday, Dec. 31, and Saturday, Jan. 1, reopening on Monday, Dec. 27, and Monday, Jan. 3, respectively, during normal operating hours.