DeKalb Closes Lines for Vaccination Event after Huge Response

Approximately 1,600 already vaccinated at Stonecrest Mall

DeKalb County has closed the lines for those getting COVID-19 vaccinations today at Stonecrest Mall.

Approximately 1,600 people have already been vaccinated during the event and anyone currently in line will be served.

The vaccination event has 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.

The vaccination event began at 8 a.m. and county officials had planned to end at 1 p.m.

DeKalb County Board of Health and DeKalb County Fire Rescue are administering voluntary COVID-19 vaccinations to anyone 12 years of age and older at The Mall at Stonecrest, 2929 Turner Hill Rd., Stonecrest, GA 30038. All persons receiving a vaccination also will receive a $100 prepaid debit card.

MedCura Health also is offering free COVID-19 tests.

COVID-19 vaccinations are free, however participants are asked to bring insurance information and a photo identification, if available. While participants will not be billed, an administration fee may be applied for Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance.

Everyone will have a choice of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccines and also can receive their second dose, with proper documentation of the first dose.

DeKalb County Commissioners Mereda Davis Johnson and Larry Johnson are distributing free school uniforms during the event.