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STONECREST, GA— The National Council of Negro Women(NCNW) is inviting the community to come out for an inspiring day of hands-on learning and discovery in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics on Saturday, April 18. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at New Black Wall Street, 8109 Mall Parkway, Stonecrest, GA. Entry is free for attendees. There will be cash prizes for science project winners. Organizers say this event is designed to spark creativity, encourage innovation, and expose local youths to rewarding S.T.E.A.M. career opportunities. The fair is open to students who are entering science…

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04) re-introduced his commonsense Stop Militarizing Law Enforcement Act of 2026 that would place restrictions and transparency measures on the Department of Defense (DOD) Program that transfers excess military equipment to federal, tribal, state and local law enforcement agencies. “When you see law enforcement in our communities across the country that look more like an occupying force armed to the teeth, masked and carrying weapons of war, something has gone terribly wrong,” said Johnson. “When law enforcement officers, particularly unaccountable federal agents dressed like commandos are dragging American citizens from their homes, their cars and…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA—Rockdale County government has released its March 2026 monthly meetings calendar. All meetings and public hearings are open to the community and constituents are encouraged to attend.  The  dates, times, meeting locations, and links to the meeting agendas are provided in the calendar below: 

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA– The Gwinnett County Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying a woman whose body was discovered on McDaniel Road near Highway 120 in Duluth, GA over 40 years ago. To this day, the woman’s identity remains unknown, as well as the person responsible for her death, authorities stated in a March 2 news release.  Police have released a new forensic sketch of the victim and jewelry that she was wearing when her body was found in 1981.  Authorities consider the jewelry recovered from the scene as significant clues. They are hoping someone might recognize images of the 15-inch…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA—Qualifying began on Monday, March 2, with incumbent Doreen Williams facing three challengers officially entering the race for the Rockdale Board of Commissioners, Post 2 seat, according to the Rockdale County Board of Elections & Voter Registration. Incumbent Sandra Jackson-Lett so far is facing one candidate vying for the Board of Education, Post 1 seat. Incumbent Janie Jones was the sole candidate who qualified on Monday for the Board of Education, Post 2 seat. Qualifying closed at 5 p.m. on March 2 and will end at noon on March 6. The General Primary and nonpartisan election is scheduled for…

 DECATUR, GA – On Monday, March 2, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) qualified to run for his eleventh term in Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District.  “I am proud of my strong record in Congress,” Johnson said. “I look forward to meeting new voters, constituents and continuing to work for the people of Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District.” The Fourth Congressional District includes portions of DeKalb and Gwinnett counties.  Since 2007, Congressman Johnson has helped bring in billions of dollars in federal investments for local community projects, schools, transportation projects, small businesses, public safety, veterans, and seniors. From his main district office in Stonecrest, he…

CONYERS, GA —Rockdale County Commissioner Doreen Williams has qualified and is officially entering the race for re-election to Post II Rockdale Board of Commissioners. “I am honored to serve this community, and I’m running for re-election because the work we’ve begun is not finished,” said Williams. “From strengthening mental health services to ensuring local government is accessible and responsive, I’m committed to continuing to put people first and building on the progress we’ve made together.” Williams is currently serving in her third term and remains focused on community wellbeing, innovative service delivery, and collaborative problem-solving as she seeks re-election. Williams said reducing property…