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ATLANTA, GA–The  111th Founders’ Day of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be celebrated at Georgia’s Capitol on Saturday, Jan. 13,  The Founders’ Day commemorates the 22 young women who founded the sisterhood, promoted academic excellence and provided assistance to those in need. State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Rhonda Burnough (D-Riverdale), Sheila Jones (D-Atlanta), Edna Jackson (D-Savannah) and Terry Cummings (D-Mableton) are hosting the event. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded on Jan. 13, 1913 on the campus of Howard University in Washington D.C. The students founded the organization with the goal of promoting public service on the university’s…

Commissioner Michelle Long Spears appropriates funds to expand the library’s collection of digital materials   DECATUR, GA– DeKalb County Public Library announced today that it is expanding the number of e-books and downloadable and streaming audiobooks available to residents. The expansion was enabled by the allocation of $25,000 from District 2’s discretionary fund by Commissioner Michelle Long Spears. The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners approved the funding at its Dec. 12, 2023, meeting. “We thank Commissioner Spears for leading the charge to fund the growth of our digital offerings. Now residents will have more choices for entertainment and information than…

DECATUR, GA– Due to forecasted cold weather, DeKalb County will open five warming centers for residents Jan. 12-15, starting at 8 p.m at the following locations: Fire Station 3, 100 N. Clarendon Avenue, Avondale Estates, GA 30002 Fire Station 4, 4540 Flakes Mill Road, Ellenwood, GA 30294 Fire Station 6, 2342 Flat Shoals Road, Atlanta, GA 30316 North DeKalb Senior Center, 3393 Malone Drive, Chamblee, GA 30341 Frontline Response International, 2585 Gresham Road, Atlanta 30316. Anyone staying in the warming centers must follow the county’s COVID-19 protocols that include wearing a mask, social distancing and undergoing a temperature check. For…

ATLANTA—Antrell Tyson, regional director for the U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) for Region IV, received a proclamation on Jan. 9 from the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners honoring his presidential appointment. He was presented with the honor by DeKalb County Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson. The appointment is a source of pride for DeKalb County, where Tyson is a native of Decatur, and the 100 Black Men of Atlanta, whre Tyson sits on the board of directors.. Tyson received the Presidential appointment in March 2022. As the primary representative for the Secretary of Health and Human Services, he is responsible…

ATLANTA – Today, at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s annual Eggs and Issues legislative preview event, Gov. Brian P. Kemp delivered an address celebrating years of record-breaking economic development and laying out priorities for the 2024 legislative session to continue that success. The governor announced his administration’s priorities to continue addressing workforce development challenges, including in the area of healthcare; reinforce Georgia’s status as a right-to-work state; address the need for more information regarding civil litigation; invest in infrastructure across the state, including workforce housing; and establish new higher education assets. Below are tGov. Kemp’s prepared remarks: Good morning, thank you…

STONECREST, GA–Citizens for a Healthy and Safe Environment (C.H.A.S.E.) will host “Our DeKalb County: State of Our Environmental Symposium” on Saturday, Jan. 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Stonecrest Library, 3123 Klondike Road, Stonecrest, GA. The community is invited to attend the special event, which is being held to raise awareness about the state of DeKalb County’s environment. The in-person evet will give attendees a chance to learn, connect and make a positive impact. The event is free to attend. To register, click theeventrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/our-dekalb-county-state-of-our-environment-symposium-tickets-780802761077?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

DECATUR, GA—The Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) will host a job fair on Thursday, Jan. 11, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at the DeKalb Regional Youth Detention Center. DJJ is looking to hire Juvenile correctional officers, counselors, teachers, and food service workers with on-the-spot contingent officers. Individuals interested in applying should bring their Social Security card, valid driver’s license, and proof of a high school diploma or GED. For more information, contact the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice at 404-508-6500 or visit us online at djj.georgia.gov. Date: Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024 Location: DeKalb Regional Youth Detention Center 2946 Clifton Springs Road Decatur,…

STONE MOUNTAIN, GA–The City of Stone Mountain will hold a Peace March on this year’s Birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan.15. A pre-march meetup will be held at 12:15 p.m. at 5399 East Mountain Street. The Peace March will begin at 1 p.m. Following the march, speeches and entertainment will be held 1:30  to 3:30 p.m.  at the 922 Main Street Parking Lot.

ROCKDALE COUTY, GA – The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office announced Jan. 9 that Deputy Verdell and Deputy have been nominated for a 2024 RISE Award. The Axon wards honor first responders who go above and beyond the call of duty. Community members, friends and family may each vote once per day until Jan. 19, 2024, by clicking on the link below. The top 10 finalists with the most votes in each category will then be reviewed by a panel of judges. Winners will receive an all-expenses paid trip with a guest to Axon Week (Miami, April 22-26), a $1,000 valued…