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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.

Sat, Aug 28, 2021 - 1:05 PM
A woman in a vibrant blue outfit energetically sings on an outdoor stage. Two men stand to the left near sound equipment. Trees are visible in the background.
Renowned gospel singer Dottie Peoples entertained approximately 1,900 people waiting to COVID-19 vaccinations at Stonecrest Mall today. Those gathered honked their horns, danced and sang along as Peoples performed several of her popular songs.
Sat, Aug 28, 2021 - 11:53 AM
Tall man in a white shirt and jeans speaking into a microphone on an outdoor stage, under a clear blue sky, conveying a confident and engaging presence.
NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo is at Stonecrest Mall today where approximately 1,900 people are receiving COVID-19 vaccinations during an event sponsored by DeKalb County Government today. “This about saving lives,” Mutombo said. “We want to keep our community strong. We can beat COVID-19.”
Sat, Aug 28, 2021 - 9:30 AM
People wearing masks line up outside under trees next to a building, supervised by a police officer. Cones guide them, hinting at an organized event.
Two weeks after more than 1,150 people were vaccinated in DeKalb, hundreds of cars and pedestrians have gathered today at Stonecrest Mall for a COVID-19 vaccination event sponsored by DeKalb County Government. The vaccination event is featuring guest appearances by renowned gospel singer Dottie Peoples, NBA legend Dikembe Motumbo, trumpeter extraordinaire Milkshake Mayfield, and award-winning gospel radio host Larry Tinsley.
Sat, Aug 28, 2021 - 7:57 AM
A musician in colorful attire plays the trumpet on an outdoor stage, with a mic and a tablet on stands nearby, conveying a vibrant, live performance.
Trumpeter extraordinaire Milkshake Mayfield is entertaining hundreds of people who began lining up at 4 a.m.—four hours before the start time of a COVID-19 vaccination event at Stonecrest Mall today. The vaccination event, sponsored by DeKalb County Government, also will feature guest appearances by gospel singer Dottie Peoples, NBA legend Dikembe Motumbo, trumpeter extraordinaire Milkshake Mayfield, and award-winning gospel radio host Larry Tinsley.
Thu, Aug 26, 2021 - 4:25 PM
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The DeKalb County Purchasing and Contracting Department (P&C) encourages current and prospective vendors, along with the public, to take advantage of this opportunity to learn how to do business with the county. Participants also will have the chance to provide department representatives with contact information and listings of the services and goods they offer, while receiving answers to questions from procurement staff.

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