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 Peachtree Airport Advisory Board to Meet Virtually December 12

Thu, Dec 8, 2022 - 3:11 PM

The DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Advisory Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 12, 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.

Peaceland Park to Host First Virtual Master Plan Public Meeting December 14

Thu, Dec 8, 2022 - 3:01 PM

The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold the first virtual public meeting Wednesday, December 14, from 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. The community is invited to participate and offer guidance for future county park improvements via Microsoft Teams. Join the meeting and use Meeting ID: 247 600 374 156 and passcode: JoYaBJ.

DeKalb Kicks Off Bicentennial Celebration on Dec. 9

Tue, Dec 6, 2022 - 11:31 AM

Portrait of a man in 18th-century military attire with a dark blue coat, white cravat, and gold epaulettes. He gazes confidently, set against a dark oval background.

DeKalb County will kick off its Bicentennial festivities on Dec. 9, 2022, which marks the founding of the county in 1822. The yearlong celebration of the county’s rich, diverse history and culture will begin at 6 p.m. in the Historic DeKalb County Courthouse, located at 101 East Court Square, Decatur.

Commissioner Steve Bradshaw Allocates $132,000 for Rowland Neighborhood Park

Fri, Dec 2, 2022 - 11:48 AM

Commissioner Steve Bradshaw allocated $131,715 in park bond funds to complete engineering documents for Rowland Neighborhood Park in District 4. Rowland Neighborhood Park, located at 1227 Rowland Road in Stone Mountain, is situated on two acres of land with a small creek running through it.

Hamilton Recreation Center to Host Parents Night Out and Kids’ Pajama and Pancake Party on Dec. 16

Fri, Dec 2, 2022 - 11:44 AM

DeKalb County’s Hamilton Recreation Center will host a Parents Night Out and Kids’ Pajama and Pancake Party on Friday, Dec. 16, located at 3262 Chapel Street, Scottdale, Ga. 30079, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The Parents Night Out program offers a safe, fun environment for children to spend an evening while parents enjoy a little time to themselves.