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The Gwinett County Board of Commissioners approved a contract to install a roundabout at the intersection of Sardis Church Road and West Rock Quarry Road. The roundabout will be located  near the future Seckinger High School on Sardis Church Road. In addition to the roundabout, the project includes installation of a signalized intersection at the driveway for Seckinger High School and the installation of sidewalks, curb and gutter, street lighting and associated drainage improvements. Peach State Construction Co. LLC was the lowest of six responsive bidders. The $2.1 million project is funded by the Special Purpose…

Only 26 percent of county’s African American and Hispanic populations are fully vaccinated   Inspired by President Joe Biden’s declaration that June will be a “national month of action” to get more Americans vaccinated against COVID 19, the DeKalb County government, DeKalb Board of Health and DeKalb NAACP are partnering to provide  residents with COVID-19 vaccinations without exiting their vehicles on, Saturday June 5. In addition, one 20-pound box of Georgia-grown fruit and vegetables, one dozen eggs and a 10-pound package of chicken hindquarters will be distributed. Beginning at 8 a.m., DeKalb County Board of Health medical professionals and DeKalb Fire…

Be Someone, Inc. is offering free online chess classes for seniors + children DEKALB COUNTY, GA—Chess is a healthy and peaceful pastime for both senior citizens and children. Orrin C. Hudson, founder and CEO of Be Someone Inc., based in DeKalb County, has developed exciting training options to help these groups learn the game and thoroughly enjoy the experience. Hudson, who is widely known and respected for his championship chess skills, is offering free online chess lessons for local seniors and children. He has crafted the experience where participants can maximize their enjoyment for those who want to learn how to…

DECATUR, GA— Beginning Saturday, June 5, the DeKalb County Board of Health will modify hours at its Doraville and Stonecrest COVID-19 vaccination sites. On Saturday, the COVID-19 vaccination site at the Doraville MARTA station will be closed due to the COVID-19 vaccination and food distribution event to be held at four locations throughout the county. Also beginning on Saturday, the DeKalb County Board of Health’s COVID-19 call center will now be closed on Saturdays. The call center will maintain its normal hours during the week, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Starting Monday, June 7, the Stonecrest vaccination site will…

The DeKalb County Board of Health is partnering with three community organizations to provide farmers market vouchers through the Healthy Bucks voucher program – the Diabetes “You Can Win” Foundation, Inc., Lithonia Head Start, and the Ruby A. Neeson Diabetes Awareness Foundation, Inc. Healthy Bucks, modeled after a similar program in New York City, offers incentives for community members to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables and participate in nutrition education. Clients will be able to redeem vouchers for bags of produce at any Fresh on DeK: DeKalb Mobile Farmers Market stop during this market season, which begins June 7. Fresh on DeK makes weekly stops throughout the county, providing fresh, affordable produce and food demonstrations. About 71 percent of…

In honor of National Donut Day, tomorrow, June 4, QuikTrip is giving away a free donut to each customer who redeems the reward on the QT mobile app. QT’s assortment of fresh donuts has something for everyone, from the signature Hole Bunches® to traditional glazed and frosted assortments. Prepared to perfection and made fresh every day, QT donuts are available in every store in the pastry case.

SNELLVILLE, GA—The historic black Promised Land community in Gwinnett County is preparing to celebrate the launch of a new, outdoor market featuring small businesses. The Promised Land Open Market will host a kickoff celebration on Saturday, June 12, at Lake Sheryl, 4540 Lee Road S.W., Snellville. An opening ceremony and ribbon cutting begins at 11 a.m. and the market will be held from noon until 5 p.m. Admission and parking are free. “We are inviting everyone to come out and celebrate with us. We want people to come and support small businesses and learn about the history of the…

Company launches new video series answering questions about hurricane-related power outages   ATLANTA –– The 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season is here, and Georgia Power is encouraging its 2.6 million customers to prepare for an expected active Atlantic hurricane season. Forecasters predict a 60% chance of an above-normal season, with the official June 1 start of hurricane season.   Georgia Power has launched a new video series answering some of the questions most often asked by customers. ·       What causes outages during a storm? ·       What happens after a storm? ·       When will my lights be back on? ·       How do…