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 County Voter Registration and Elections Board to Meet May 11

Thu, May 4, 2023 - 2:33 PM

The DeKalb Board of Registration and Elections meeting for the purpose of conducting its normal monthly business will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. This meeting will be conducted in person at 4380 Memorial Drive, Decatur, Ga. 30032.

DeKalb Peachtree Airport Advisory Board to Meet Virtually May 8

Thu, May 4, 2023 - 2:30 PM

The DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Advisory Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 8, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom at https://dekalbcountyga.zoom.us/j/84958022051. The meeting can be joined by phone at 602-333-0032 or 1-888-270-9936 and using the conference code 482992.

DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees to Meet Monday, May 8

Thu, May 4, 2023 - 2:26 PM

DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 8, 2023. The meeting will be held at DeKalb County Public Library Darro C. Willey-Administrative Center, 3560 Kensington Road, Decatur, GA 30032. The meeting will also be live-streamed. To receive a link to the livestream, contact weissingera@dekalblibrary.org no later than Monday, May 8 at noon.

Commissioners Larry Johnson and Mereda Davis Johnson Partner with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Alumnae for Fortitude Fitness Expo

Fri, Apr 28, 2023 - 3:10 PM

Commissioners Larry Johnson and Mereda Davis Johnson are partnering with the Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. (DAC) to host the Fortitude Fitness Expo on Saturday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Beulah Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2340 Clifton Springs Road, Decatur, GA 30034.

Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson to Serve as a Grand Marshal in the 26th Annual County Line Ellenwood Parade & Community Event

Fri, Apr 28, 2023 - 3:07 AM

Super District 7 Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson will serve alongside a distinguished list of elected officials as a grand marshal in the 26th Annual County Line Parade on Saturday, April 29. Promoting the theme, “A Day of Fun in the Park,” the parade begins promptly at 9 a.m. and family fun activities will continue until 6:30 p.m.