Press Releases

Due to forecasted cold weather, DeKalb County will open five warming centers for residents on Tues., Feb. 13, 2024, starting at 8 p.m. 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 Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a Mini Day Camp Feb. 16 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The cost of camp is $10 for a day of activities for children ages 5-15. Participants must provide their own breakfast, lunch and snack. To access online registration, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/parks and click the “Register Online” button on the department’s homepage.

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics will conduct its regular meeting on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Maloof Auditorium, located at 1300 Commerce Dr., Decatur, GA 30030.

Russell Drive between S Columbia Drive and Chester Way and Chester Way between North Carter Road and Russell Drive, will be closed to through-traffic Friday, February 9 to Friday, March 1 to facilitate the installation of a new 30-inch water line on Russell Drive, Decatur, Ga. Road closure and detour signs will be placed in the area during the road closure period advising motorists of construction work in the area and of local traffic restrictions.

The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will open registration for “Camp Superstars” summer camp program Feb. 13. Camp Superstars, a summer day camp for ages 5-15, runs June 3 to July 26, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. The camp fee is $66 per week, and breakfast and lunch are provided.