Author: On Common Ground News

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA—Janice Morris, Rockdale County Clerk of Superior and State Courts, and  staff members, visited the new Piedmont Rockdale Hospital Infusion Center on Oct. 29, 2024. During the visit, Morris offered encouragement and gift bags to cancer patients at the center in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Morris is an avid supporter of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and supports several community outreach initiatives focused on raising awareness in the fight against cancer.   https://youtu.be/acFxszOoutk

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA—Starting in November, Gwinnett County will open warming stations on nights when temperatures drop to 35 degrees or below. These stations provide temporary, overnight relief for residents exposed to long-term frigid temperatures. The warming stations will be available from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m., providing a warm place to rest and receive a meal for those in need. “Gwinnett County’s warming stations are a vital resource for those facing extremely cold nights without shelter. By opening these spaces, we’re offering a safe, warm environment for our residents who need it most,” said Community Services Deputy Director Regina Miller. “This…

DECATUR, GA— The DeKalb County Police Department is hosting its 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat on Oct. 31.  This free event will be held 6 to 8 p.m., in the Kroger parking lot, 2385 Wesley Chapel Road, Decatur. During the event, there will be music, games, free bags, and candy being handed out by our DeKalb County Police officers. “We want to create a safe environment for our citizens to participate in the Halloween tradition of trick or treating and are encouraging all residents to stop by for some safe family fun,” said Police Chief Mirtha V. Ramos.

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA – Members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. —Sigma Omicron Zeta Chapter, alongside its Zeta Youth affiliates, recently spent a transformative weekend in support of breast cancer warriors and survivors. The weekend began on Oct. 19 at 7:30 a.m., as the chapter joined the Paint Gwinnett Pink Walk/Run for Breast Cancer and Survivor Celebration. Sorority members and youth affiliates energized participants, cheering them on at both the start and finish lines of the race. The following day, on Oct. 20, at 4 p.m., the chapter hosted a breast cancer awareness seminar, led by Kimberly Middleton, a chapter member…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA–The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) has made contact with Chloe Leigh Cooper. RCSO with the assistance of other local law enforcement agencies has determined that the 20-year-old is safe and left home of her own free will.  The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office had issued a missing person alert after Cooper’s family reported her missing when she did not return home on the evening of Oct. 21.  Her family said that Cooper was last seen getting into a white 4-door vehicle on that morning.   After the diligent work of the Criminal Investigation Division, investigators were able to determine that Chloe…

CONYERS, GA–School groups, businesses, churches, bands, organizations, dance ensembles, and more are encouraged to register for the annual Conyers Christmas Parade scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. Those interested in participating can register at: https://bit.ly/4fgp4wM. Registration is only $25 per entry and the registration deadline is Nov.11.  Conyers Police will close Rowland Road, Pine Log Road and a portion of Milstead Avenue for the parade that steps off from Rockdale County High School. The parade concludes at the intersection of Milstead Avenue and Pine Street. Spectators are encouraged to gather early for a spot along the parade route. Barring…

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA– Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson on Saturday, Oct. 26, hosted the second annual Stand Down event dedicated to supporting local veterans and their families by connecting them with essential resources and services. The event provided healthcare, housing assistance, job training, and legal support, emphasizing Gwinnett County’s dedication to those who have served. “The Stand Down reflects the very best of Gwinnett County,” said Hendrickson. “It is an honor to stand with our veterans and their families, recognizing their sacrifices and showing our community’s commitment by providing real, tangible support. I am incredibly proud of everyone who…

ROCKDALE COUNTY – The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office received a tip from a third-party hotline today (Oct. 28) about a possible threat at a local Rockdale high school. After a thorough investigation, it was determined to be a hoax.  Several schools across the United States have received the same or similar threat. The Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI) was contacted and provided support. The GBI will forward notification to the FBI for further review. The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office is committed to treating all school threats with the utmost seriousness.

DEKALB COUNTY, GA—On Saturday, Oct. 26, a crowd gathered to dedicate a community park in South DeKalb County, GA in honor of longtime civil rights activist John Evans, who in 1983 became the first black to serve on the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners.    Cheers and applause erupted as the former 36-acre DeKalb County Shoal Creek Park III was renamed the John Evans Legacy Park. The park, located at 3075 McAfee Road in unincorporated Decatur, includes a children’s playground and a creek in a beautiful, serene setting that pays homage to the Muscogee and Creek Indigenous Nations.  The green space is one that…