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 Parks to Hold Ribbon Cutting for Newly Renovated N.H. Scott Pool and Tilson Community Celebration

Fri, May 15, 2026 - 2:17 PM

The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the reopening of the pool revitalized pool, followed by the Tilson Community Celebration on Saturday, June 6th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the N.H. Scott Pool, 2230 Tilson Road, Decatur, GA.

DeKalb County Board of Ethics to Meet on May 21, 2026

Thu, May 14, 2026 - 3:01 PM

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics will conduct its Regular Public Meeting on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at 178 Sams Street, Room A1201 - A & B, Decatur, GA 30030.

DeKalb County Expands Lifesaving Emergency Response Through Whole Blood Transfusion Program

Wed, May 13, 2026 - 3:34 PM

DeKalb County is advancing emergency medical response and trauma care through a collaborative Whole Blood Program that allows specially trained American Medical Response paramedics to administer lifesaving blood transfusions before patients reach the hospital.

DeKalb Announces Memorial Day Residential Sanitation Collection Schedule

Mon, May 11, 2026 - 3:41 PM

In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, garbage, recyclable materials, and yard trimmings collection for residential customers will run one day late.

Orion Drive Sewer Improvement Project Begins May 13

Sat, May 9, 2026 - 9:00 AM

Efforts to improve the watershed system throughout DeKalb County continue Wednesday, May 13, with the launch of the Orion Drive Sewer Improvement Project.