Press Releases

DeKalb Voter Registration and Elections (DeKalb VRE) is reminding voters about the Tuesday, Dec. 2 runoff elections. “We are reminding voters to finish this election cycle strong in DeKalb County and take part in the runoff elections in three contests,” said VRE Director Keisha L. Smith. “We encourage voters who are eligible to cast a ballot in the runoff election contests but who may not have voted during the early voting period or by absentee ballot, to make a plan to vote on Election Day.”

As the result of the infrastructure upgrades being completed on Bend Creek Drive, please be advised of the following road closures starting Dec. 1 through Dec. 31. Bend Creek Road is closed at the intersections of Bend Creek Way and Dunwoody Club Drive. Detour signage will be installed to direct traffic around the affected areas. These dates are subject to change based on weather conditions.

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson has appointed Devon Hudson, owner of Devon Hudson State Farm Agency and principal of Hudson Holding Company, to serve as DeKalb’s newest representative on the MARTA Board of Directors. “I am pleased to appoint an exceptionally qualified leader who shares my commitment to strengthening and expanding transit,” said CEO Cochran-Johnson. “In the upcoming year, DeKalb will take significant steps to advance mass transit as we prepare for the region’s future. This appointee brings both technical expertise and dedication to public service that will help drive that progress.”

DeKalb County is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Spirit of DeKalb Awards, an evening dedicated to celebrating outstanding leaders, innovators, and changemakers in the DeKalb community. The gala will take place on December 13, 2025, at Perimeter Crowne Plaza Ravinia, bringing together distinguished guests, community partners, and supporters for a night of recognition and inspiration. Hosted by Ryan Cameron, award winning radio personality, comedian and philanthropist, and co-sponsored by DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, guests will enjoy a night to remember.

On Tuesday, Nov.18, in a 6-1 vote, the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners approved a $45 million development by Sky Harbour, a home-based operator for business aircraft at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK), with no financial appropriation from the county. “I am very sensitive to development at PDK and its impact on the environment and local residents but we will use this project to reduce the major concerns expressed by the local community,” said DeKalb CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson. “I will be forming a community-based friends’ group to work alongside the airport and county to ensure PDK Airport is family friendly with great parks, dining, and engaging experiences that educate and entertain.”