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DECATUR, GA– The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs has opened registration for youth track and field. The registration fee is $40 per participant. Participants must be between the ages of 5 to 14 and a birth certificate is required to register. Registration includes four track meets. Practice dates and times will be determined by recreation centers. Registration is open through March 9. To access online registration, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/parks and click the “Register Now” button on the department’s homepage or register in person at a recreation center. Participants also must present a birth certificate at registration. Practice dates and…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced a new effort to train the next generation of conservation and climate leaders. As part of President Biden’s historic American Climate Corps initiative, the Working Lands Climate Corps will provide technical training and career pathway opportunities for young people, helping them deliver economic benefits through climate-smart agriculture solutions for farmers and ranchers across the country, now and in the future. The Working Lands Climate Corps, in its first cohort, will aim to create service opportunities for more than 100 young people. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is working in partnership with AmeriCorps, The…

ATLANTA – State Representatives Becky Evans (D-Atlanta) and El-Mahdi Holly (D-Stockbridge) will host a legislative town hall meeting and listening session on Saturday, Feb. 24, 9 – 11 a.m., at First Baptist Church Gresham in Atlanta. Breakfast will be served from 9 – 9:30 a.m. The town hall meeting and listening session will follow breakfast from 9:30 – 11 a.m. Please submit questions for Reps. Evans and Holly and RSVP for the event here. A livestream will be offered for those unable to attend in person. Sign up here to register for the livestream. WHO:             Rep. Becky Evans (D-Atlanta) Rep. El-Mahdi Holly (D-Stockbridge) WHAT:          Legislative Town…

DECATUR, GA– DeKalb Industrial Way, near the intersection of Lawrenceville Highway, will be closed Feb. 15, from 7 p.m. until Feb. 27, 7 a.m. as part of the Scott Boulevard Water Main Replacement Project Phase II. The closure will be in effect 24 hours a day. Both Southwest facing turning lanes at the intersection of Lawrenceville Highway and DeKalb Industrial Way will be closed. Motorists will continue on Scott Boulevard, using Church Street and North Decatur Road to detour around the area. Northbound traffic on Scott Boulevard will use North Decatur Road to access DeKalb Industrial Way. Signs and flaggers…

ATLANTA – The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) public art program, Artbound is inviting musicians for Artbound LIVE! musicians. Twenty musicians will be selected to showcase their talents at rail stations throughout the year. WHAT:          CALL FOR ARTISTS: Artbound LIVE!   WHO:             All metro Atlanta based musicians are encouraged to apply. Eligibility requirements include: Must be 18 years of age or older Eligible to work in the United States Selected musicians will have to sign MARTA’s likeness waivers before being booked to play. Must sign up with MARTA’s booking app to receive payment (funds are issued by direct deposit to bank account).…

The DeKalb County Board of Education will hold the following meetings on Monday, February 12, 2024. The board meeting is in-person and will be held in the J. David Williamson Board Room, Robert R. Freeman Administrative Complex, 1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard, Stone Mountain, Georgia 30083. 12:30 pm     BOARD MEETING Executive Session for the purpose of discussing permitted matters. Work Session & Business Meeting 5:45 pm       Community Input Session The revised meeting agenda is attached and can be accessed online by going to: www.dekalbschoolsga.org, click on Leadership, go to Simbli (formally known as eBoard) Home Page and click on the date for the meeting agenda/information.  The meeting…

ATLANTA — According to the National Retail Federation projections, this Valentine’s Day is anticipated to be significant, with consumer spending expected to reach nearly $26 billion. As consumers prepare to celebrate, there a few common scams that they need to be cautious of. Whether individuals are hoping to foster a new relationship or buying gifts for loved ones, it is crucial to be aware of these three scams regularly reported to BBB. Impostor websites From fraudulent jewelry sellers to online dating sites, consumers should remain vigilant for impostor websites. Scammers can easily take official photos, sale promotions, and logos directly from the website of a popular jewelry brand. With professional graphics…

DECATUR, GA— The DeKalb Board of Registration and Elections will host a special called meeting on Saturday, Feb. 10, at 8:30 a.m. This meeting will be conducted in person at 384 Northyards Boulevard, Atlanta.. This meeting is open to the public.

DECATUR, GA–Families are invited to register their children ages 5-15 for an Easter egg dive that will be held on Saturday, March 9, noon to 2 p.m. The event will be held at the East Central DeKalb Community and Senior Center, 4885 Elam Road, Stone Mountain. The registration fee is $10 per participant. The pool will be filled with colorful eggs for participants to jump in the water and collect along with music, arts and crafts activities and more. Registration will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. To access online registration, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/parks and click “Register Online” button on…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA- A 39-year-old Atlanta man accused of fatally shooting a man on Valentine’s Day 2021 will spend the rest of his life in prison. Jamaar Bracey was found guilty on Thursday, Feb. 8, on charges of Malice Murder, two counts of Felony Murder, Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, and Possession of a Firearm during the commission of a felony stemming from Feb. 14, 2021 incident. Immediately following the guilty verdicts, DeKalb County Superior Court Judge Shondeana Morris, who presided over the trial, sentenced Bracey to Life Without Parole plus 15 years to serve…