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DECATUR, GA– DeKalb County will open warming centers for residents to use in the following locations for three nights from Jan. 13-15, beginning at 8 p.m.: Fire Station 3, 100 N. Clarendon Ave., Avondale Estates Fire Station 4, 4540 Flakes Mill Road, Ellenwood Fire Station 6, 2342 Flat Shoals Road, Atlanta North DeKalb Senior Center, 3393 Malone Drive, Chamblee 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 more information about centers offered by DeKalb County and its community partners, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather.

ATLANTA — After a natural disaster, many people find that helping others brings out their best qualities. Unfortunately, this goodwill can also bring in contractors who take advantage of those who have suffered through a crisis. Better Business Bureau (BBB) provides tips for what to do after a damaging storm or tornado and warns residents to beware of “storm chasers,” out-of-town contractors soliciting business. Once the storm has passed, cleanup and recovery efforts begin. Storm victims should never feel pressured to make a hasty decision or choose an unknown contractor. Make temporary repairs if necessary so you can take the time to choose a…

ATLANTA—The City of Atlanta will be opening two emergency warming centers in anticipation of frigid temperatures. The centers will open Friday, Jan. 13, 8 p.m., until Saturday, Jan.14, 8 a.m., and again, Saturday, Jan. 14, 8 p.m., until Sunday, Jan. 15, 8 a.m. The warming centers will be located at: Old Adamsville Recreation Center, 3404 Delmar Lane N.W., Atlanta Central Park, 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta Transportation will be provided to both locations beginning at 8 p.m. on both nights from the Gateway Center, 275 Pryor St. S.W, Atlanta, with return transportation upon deactivation. Additional buses will be scheduled, as…

CONYERS, GA—The Conyers Police Department is currently conducting the annual Service Satisfaction Survey for the calendar year 2022. The goals of the service satisfaction survey are to measure levels of citizen concern for safety, levels of police performance, and public confidence in the department as well as to provide an opportunity for public comment on police performance.  Chief Freeman explains, “The men and women of the Conyers Police Department strive every day to provide great service to the community.  As our agency moves forward into a new year, we want to ensure we provide an opportunity for our citizens to…

GWINNETT COUNTY—Gwinnett County Corrections will host a career fair on Saturday, Jan. 21, 8 a.m. to 3 p.mt., fill corrections officer and senior corrections officer positions. The job fair will be held at the Comprehensive Correctional Complex, located at 750 Hi Hope Road, Lawrenceville. The event will include a facility tour, background check, behavioral assessment and interview. Gwinnett offers benefits, paid training, educational incentives, tuition reimbursement and career advancement. Attendees must apply online before Wednesday, Jan. 18 to fully participate in the career fair. Please note that personal items, including cell phones, may not be      brought into the facility. Applicants…

STONECREST, GA – The City of Stonecrest is gearing up to participate in the NAACP DeKalb County Branch’s 21st annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade on Monday, Jan.16. The parade will commence at Green Pastures Christian Church in Decatur at 11 a.m.  The theme for this year’s parade is “Sound the Alarm.”  City officials and staff will join in the parade to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King.  “This annual event celebrates the community and the non-violent approach towards creating and cultivating change,” said Mayor Jazzmin Cobble. “It is the priority of us all to share in…

DECATUR, GA—The NAACP DeKalb County Branch is sponsoring its 21st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade on Monday, Jan. 16. The parade will start at 10:30 a.m. at Green Pastures Christian Church, 5455 Flat Shoals Pkwy, Decatur and ending at Martin Luther King Jr. High School. The theme of this year’s parade is “Sound The Alarm” because there is still work to be done in our community, the NAACP stated in a news release.  “Our mission is to achieve equity, political rights, and social inclusion by advancing policies and practices that expand human and civil rights, eliminate discrimination,…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA—The Conyers-Rockdale Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 12, at 6 p.m., was cancelled due to inclement weather. The meeting has been rescheduled and will be heard on Thursday, Feb. 9, 6 p.m., at the Rockdale Auditorium, 903 Main Street, Conyers. The public is invited to attend. To view the agenda click here: https://rockdalecountyga.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/12-JAN-2023-PC-Agenda.pdf

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA– After strong citizen interest in the Citizens Government Academy (CGA) and the County’s desire to educate a larger audience about how the departments operate, Rockdale County is now transitioning CGA to Info Sessions. These Info Sessions will occur at 6 p.m. in the Rockdale County Auditorium at 903 Main Street, Conyers.The sessions will start in February and span through October.  The schedule for the sessions is below:  Feb.15 – Board of Assessors & Tax Commissioner’s Office  March 15 – Talent Management and Finance  April 19 – Planning & Development  May 10 – Parks & Recreation…

ATLANTA – Approximately 50,000 across Georgia are without power as of 5:45 p.m., Georgia Power reported after tornadoes, high winds and heavy rain hit the state.  Georgia Power crews and first responders are out this evening working to clear the damage and restore power as storms ease. On Common Ground News is seeking to share your photos of damage, heavy rain, flooding and work and relief underway in your area.  Please email your photo, location and name to: editor@ocgnews.com.   Georgia Power encourages customers to keep safety in mind as severe weather moves across the state and offers the following tips. Watch for…