Author: On Common Ground News

DEKALB COUNTY- Contractors for the Georgia Dept. of Transportation (GDOT) will close a portion of the existing Whitehall Forest Court SE entrance road to the neighborhood from Bouldercrest Road on Thursday, June 25, weather permitting. Crews will simultaneously open the new Whitehall Forest Court SE access to the neighborhood, positioned approximately 50 feet north of the old roadway. Weather and on-site conditions permitting, the new Whitehall Forest Court SE is scheduled to be open to traffic at 11 a.m. on June 25. Onsite signage will alert approaching drivers of the change in advance. The new entrance/exit roadway corrects the road alignment. This activity is related to the…

DECATUR, GA— DeKalb County crews will require a road closure at 348 Fairview Street in Decatur to conduct repairs to a sewer line. The road will be closed beginning Thursday, June 25, for approximately four days until Sunday, June 28. Normal construction hours will be from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. An increase in construction-related noise and traffic during work hours should be expected.  Motorists should expect delays stemming from the road closure. Precautionary signs and traffic flaggers will assist in moving safely around the closed off portion of the road. Construction crews will work diligently to minimize the length of impact to motorists. For…

UPDATE: DKPD announced on June 23 that June Warhurst has been located and found safe. DEKALB COUNTY, GA— DeKalb County Police  Department (DKPD) is searching for the subject of a Mattie’s Call missing person. June Warhurst, 92, was last seen on June 14  at 6:33 a.m.,  leaving the 2300 block of Suncrest Lane. DKPD has released a photo of her and the car she w. Warhurst is  5’7 and weighs 120 lbs. Police said clothing details are unknown. Warhurst was driving a 2020 white Nissan Rogue, license plate JUNE G.  DKPD has released a photo of her and the car she was driving.  Anyone who sees her is urged to call DKPD…

Rockdale County Firefighter Juan Smith will be laid to rest on Friday, June 26. Firefighter Smith, 26, was killed in the line of duty in a rollover crash.  The firetruck he was in was on its way to a reported blaze when the driver took a hard left off of Sigman Road on to Eastview Road near the BP gas station, causing the truck to overturn on its side, according to the Georgia Highway Patrol.  Roadside memorials from those who knew, and loved Firefighter Smith have been placed at the site of the crash.  Viewing will be held on Thursday, June…

ATLANTA– Georgia Power is tracking predictions for severe weather, including high winds, heavy rain, and the potential for isolated tornadoes across the state over the next 24 hours. Georgia Power crews are prepared to respond to issues quickly and as conditions change.   Heavy rain, which can saturate ground or create localized flooding, combined with high winds, can cause trees to fall and damage electrical infrastructure, causing power outages. Georgia Power reminds customers and visitors to take time to prepare now – before the system enters the state. Below are tips to help you prepare:   In addition to following local media reports…

CONYERS, GA—The City of Conyers will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. As the city prepares for the Juneteenth Celebration & Parade in Olde Town Conyers, motorists should be aware of the following temporary parking and traffic impacts: Parking Closures Main Street Parking Lot: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Main Street on-street parking + lot near Alli Roberts Salon: 9 a.m. – Noon Parade Schedule 9 a.m. – Lineup begins at Conyers First Methodist Church 11 a.m. – Parade step-off; the parade travels along Main Street and concludes at the festival area in the Main Street…

DECATUR, GA– DeKalb County Tax Commissioner Nicole M. Golden is reminding homeowners that assessment notices are not tax bills. “In an effort to guide taxpayers to the appropriate office, it’s important to understand that the Tax Commissioner’s Office works collaboratively with the county’s Property Appraisal Department to provide a seamless billing and collection process for ad valorem taxes in DeKalb,” said Golden. “Homeowners who disagree with their property valuation should initiate their assessment appeal with the Property Appraisal Department before the July 13 deadline. Annual tax bills are expected to be mailed in August following the submission and approval of…

ATLANTA—FIFA marked the “International Day for Countering Hate Speech” as the four global host venues– Atlanta, Los Angeles, Guadalajara and Vancouver—welcomed fans from around the world to the matches with a message of unity on June 18. As part of FIFA’s global Stop Hate campaign, pennants bearing  “WE PLAY TOGETHER. WE STAND AGAINST HATE.” were displayed in the languages of the competing teams on one side and in English on the reverse.  The ceremony also included the captains’ pennants exchange prior to kickoff and LED displays promoting unity.  The games at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, branded as Atlanta Stadium for the FIFA World…