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 Robert Patrick Partners with Alpha Beta Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. to Host Winter Paper-shredding Event

Thu, Nov 30, 2023 - 3:23 PM

Commissioner Robert Patrick has joined forces for a second time with the recently established Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority, Inc. chapter to organize a complimentary paper-shredding event in District 1. The winter shredding event is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 2, at Pleasantdale Park, located at 3650 Pleasantdale Rd., from 8 am to noon or until the truck reaches capacity. All DeKalb residents are welcome to attend this free event.

Commissioner Robert Patrick and DeKalb Officials to Host Community Meeting to Discuss City of Chamblee Annexation Plans

Thu, Nov 30, 2023 - 3:18 PM

DeKalb County District 1 Commissioner Robert Patrick is set to host a community meeting on Thursday, Nov. 30, at 6:30 p.m. to address the City of Chamblee's proposed annexation of portions of District 1. The gathering is scheduled to take place at the Embry Hill United Methodist Church, located at 3304 Henderson Mill Rd., Atlanta, GA 30341.

DeKalb County Ethics Board to Hold Retreat Dec. 1

Thu, Nov 30, 2023 - 3:15 PM

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics will hold an Ethics Board retreat on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, at 9 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Maloof Auditorium located at 1300 Commerce Dr. Decatur, Ga. 30030.

Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson Announces Unveiling of Newly Renovated Basketball Court in Lithonia

Thu, Nov 30, 2023 - 3:14 PM

DeKalb County Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson announces the unveiling and ribbon-cutting of the all-new Bruce Street basketball court at Bruce Street Park, 2566 Bruce Street, Lithonia, Ga. 30058 on Thursday, Nov. 30, at 12:30 pm. Earlier this year, Commissioner Davis Johnson announced that improvements to the basketball court would include resurfacing, restriping and custom artwork designed by Atlanta-based nonprofit, Art In the Paint.

Commissioner Larry Johnson to Host 16th Annual Tree Lighting

Thu, Nov 30, 2023 - 3:12 PM

DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson will host his 16th annual tree lighting event, Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at Porter Sanford, III Performing Arts and Community Center. The Annual Tree Lighting is a time for the community to come together to reflect and unite as it prepares for the holiday season.