ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA– Rockdale County has extended its moratorium on the acceptance, processing, and approval of applications related to the establishment or expansion of data centers and battery energy storage systems through Sept. 8, 2026. The extension, approved through Resolution No. 2026-12, amends Resolution No. 2026-01 and allows the…

CONYERS, GA — The Rockdale Coalition for Children and Families is entering a new chapter with the appointment of Kysa Anderson Daniels as its Executive Director. A seasoned communications professional and dedicated community advocate, Daniels succeeds Michael Hutcheson, who is transitioning to full-time ministry after nearly 17 years of leadership…

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA– A Lawrenceville man will spend life in prison after confessing to fatally shooting two people in a Lilburn attack sparked by perceived disrespect. Javier Aragon Ruiz, 55, pled guilty pled guilty to two counts of malice murder, two counts of felony murder, four counts of aggravated assault,…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA— State Rep. Rhonda Taylor (District 92) is inviting citizens to join her and State Representatives Angela Moore and Viola Davis for breakfast and an overview of the 2026 Legislative Session.    The meeting will be held on May 23, at 10 a.m., at the Conyers-Rockdale Library,…

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA–Gwinnett County will host its annual Supplier Networking and Resource Fair, providing local businesses with direct access to county buyers, contracting officers and regional partners.  The event will be held on Thursday, May 14, 8 a.m. until noon, at the Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. …

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA– The Gwinnett County Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing 47-year-old man from Snellville.  Victor Bai was last seen by his family on March 31.  He is five foot two inches tall and weighs 135 pounds.  He has black hair and brown…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA – In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, garbage, recyclable materials, and yard trimmings collection for residential customers will run one day late as follows: Monday, May 25 – Memorial Day observed. No sanitation service. Tuesday, May 26 – Residential customers whose regularly scheduled collection day is Monday, May…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA–CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson delivered her second annual State of the County address on Thursday, May 7, 2026, outlining a bold vision for DeKalb County centered on economic development, infrastructure investment, housing, innovation, and government accountability. This year’s theme, “Mission Possible: Believe the Unbelievable,” was unveiled through a…