Author: On Common Ground News

DEKALB COUNTY, GA—This month, Commissioner Robert Patrick will hold two “Coffee with the Commissioner” informal gatherings designed to foster open communication with the community. “Coffee with the Commissioner is an opportunity to hear directly from the community, discuss challenges, and work collaboratively to find solutions,” said Commissioner Patrick. “I look forward to meaningful conversations and continuing to make a positive impact in our county.” The first event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 to 11 a.m., at First Watch restaurant, located at 4650 Hugh Howell Rd., Suite 200, Tucker. Patrick will be joined by Timothy Hardy, director of the…

DECATUR, GA– DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold an official groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction of the N.H. Scott Pool on Dec. 9, at 11 a.m. at 2230 Tilson Rd., Decatur.  Over $6 million was allocated from SPLOST funds, the American Rescue Plan Act and the DeKalb County CIP program to complete the pool improvements. Of the $30 million allocated to Parks from SPLOST I, approximately $28 million, or 95%, has been spent.  The public is invited to join county officials and parks staff at the ceremony.

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA. – Chief Magistrate Judge Phinia Aten recently announced the appointment of Sunny Mullins as an Associate Magistrate Judge, effective Nov.13, 2024. As a new associate magistrate judge, Mullins’ primary responsibilities include handling on-call arrest and search warrant issuances after normal business hours and presiding over criminal matters as needed by the Magistrate Court. “Judge Mullins brings an enthusiasm for service, passion for justice and commitment to the rule of law that perfectly aligns with the Court’s mission of justice for all, best court practices and abiding community connection,” Judge Aten said. “She has the right combination of…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA– Due to forecasted cold weather, DeKalb County will open the following four warming centers for residents on each night Thursday, Dec. 5, through Saturday, Dec. 7, starting at 8 p.m.: Frontline Response International, 2585 Gresham Road, Atlanta  North DeKalb Senior/Community Center, 3393 Malone Drive, Chamblee(see pickup schedule below for transportation to Frontline)  Mason Mill Recreation Center, 1340 McConnell Drive, Decatur (see pickup schedule below for transportation to Frontline)  Exchange Recreation Center, 2771 Columbia Drive, Decatur (see pickup schedule below for transportation to Frontline)  During warming center activation, transportation pickups will be available to Frontline International according to…

DECATUR, GA– DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold the inaugural Lantern Festival and Parade on Saturday, Dec. 14, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the E.M.B.A.R.C. Community Youth Farm, 1185 Rock Chapel Rd., Lithonia. This free event is for all ages to enjoy an evening of lights and laughter. The festival will feature music, a s’mores station, campfire cooking, garden tours, tasty beverages, and a Lantern Parade through the park.  Participants are encouraged to bring family and friends to light up the park with radiant lanterns and create unforgettable experiences to share.  For more information, contact LaShanda Davis, Recreation,…

DECATUR, GA– DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a Winter Break Camp Dec. 23 – 24; Dec. 26 – 27; Dec. 30 – 31; and Jan. 2 – 3 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.   The cost of the camp is $10 per day for children ages 5-13. Each participant must provide his or her own breakfast, lunch and snacks. To register, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/parks and click the “Register Online” button. Residents can also register in person at any of the locations listed below: East Central DeKalb Community and Senior Center, 4885 Elam Rd. Stone Mountain Exchange Recreation Center, 2771 Columbia Drive, Decatur Gresham Recreation Center, 3113 Gresham Road, Atlanta…

 DEKALB COUNTY, GA– Three roads in Decatur will be closed to through-traffic for water main repairs through Dec. 20, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday-Friday, DeKalb County officials announced. Road closure and detour signs will be placed in the area during the road closure period advising motorists of construction work in the area and of local traffic restrictions. Craigie Avenue, between Brown Place and Haven Lane, will be closed to facilitate a watermain replacement at 2803 Craigie Avenue, Decatur  Livingstone Place, between East College Avenue and Craigie Avenue, will be closed to through-traffic to facilitate a watermain replacement at 718 Livingstone…

DECATUR, GA—Unofficial and incomplete runoff election results were announced by DeKalb County Voter Registration and Elections (DeKalb VRE) following the Dec. 3 contest for DeKalb County Commissioner District 3, DeKalb County Commissioner Super District 7, Atlanta City Council Post 3 (At-Large) and Doraville City Council District 1 – Post 2. Current unofficial and incomplete election results are posted at www.DeKalbVotes.com under the elections results tab.  Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UACAVA) ballots postmarked by the runoff election day must arrive by 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6 and will be tabulated prior to the runoff election’s certification. The DeKalb Board…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA–The installation ceremony for 11 public officials will be held on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 3 p.m., at the Rockdale County Auditorium, 903 Main Street, Conyers. This momentous occasion marks a significant milestone in Rockdale County’s history as Chairwoman-Elect JaNice VanNess and Post 1 Commissioner-Elect Tuwanya Smith join sitting Post 2 Commissioner Doreen Williams to form the first all-female Board of Commissioners. The ceremony will recognize three officials taking on new roles – Chairwoman of the Board of Commissioners, Post 1 County Commissioner, and Superior Court Judge – six re-elected officials, and two newly-appointed judges. Over the past…