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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.

Thu, Jan 22, 2026 - 11:01 AM
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DECATUR, Ga. – Due to forecasted freezing temperatures and hazardous wind chills, DeKalb County will activate warming centers beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, Sunday, January 25, and Monday, January 26, 2026.
Wed, Jan 21, 2026 - 4:05 PM
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Efforts to improve the watershed system throughout DeKalb County continue Monday, Feb. 2, with the launch of the West College Avenue Water Main Replacement Project. Crews will replace approximately 11,300 linear feet of ductile iron water pipe between South Candler Street and Emeril Drive.
Wed, Jan 21, 2026 - 4:03 PM
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Efforts to improve water service capacity throughout DeKalb County continue with Phase II of the Peachtree Boulevard Water Transmission Main Replacement Project. DeKalb County will hold a meeting to provide additional information on Phase II on Thursday, Jan. 29, at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom at: https://dekalbcountyga.zoom.us/j/86001516874.
Thu, Jan 15, 2026 - 6:14 PM
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DECATUR, Ga. – Due to forecasted freezing temperatures and hazardous wind chills, DeKalb County will activate warming centers beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 15, Saturday, January 17, continuing through Monday, January 19, 2026.
Thu, Jan 15, 2026 - 11:43 AM
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Efforts to improve the watershed system throughout DeKalb County continue Monday, Feb. 2, with the launch of the Grant Drive Water Main Replacement Project. Crews will replace 6,600 linear feet of aging pipelines. The line repair project is expected to last approximately seven months (February to August 2026), barring any weather delays.

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