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Lilly, an attorney, entrepreneur and political activist, was recognized during national Women’s History Month. “I am honored and humbled by this recognition,” said Lilly. “My siblings and I learned to be servant leaders from our parents who never missed an opportunity to help those in need.” “Meredith will tell you the truth and is a powerful advocate,” said DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond, who attended the event. “She is one of the great women in DeKalb County and the State of Georgia.” Other speakers at the ceremony included a…

  DeKalb Cultural Exchange breakfast to host candidate meet and greet The DeKalb Cultural Exchange is hosting its monthly breakfast on March 14, 9 a.m., at the Greater Travelers Rest/House of Hope, 4650 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur. The meeting will provide attendees the opportunity to interact with candidates, as well as learn how to use the new voting machines. A representative from the Secretary of State’s office will be offering a live demonstration on how to use the new voting machines and will be answering questions.     Stonecrest Citizens Coalition to host BOE…

DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs is urging agencies serving as camp sites to apply for the Summer Food Service Program. The program, which will be held June 1–July 24, ensures school children have nutritious meals during the summer. To qualify as a site, 50 percent of children served must meet the income guidelines for free- and reduced-price meals in the National School Lunch Program. Children who are members of households that receive food stamp benefits or Aid for Dependent Children (AFDC) assistance automatically qualify. Funding for the Summer Food Service Program is provided…

Since honoring Miss Nigeria in 2019 with a key to the City of Stonecrest after the Miss Universe pageant in Atlanta, Nigeria’s interest in Stonecrest Mayor Jason Lary has grown. The mayor has been tapped to serve as a keynote speaker for the upcoming “Unleashing the Power of African Female Entrepreneurs” business conference. Lary will be in Nigeria March 24-April 1 to attend the Startups Africa Conference in Lagos, Nigeria, where he will also visit state governors and other leaders to discuss  building cultural exchange…

The Rockdale County UGA Extension Office, in conjunction with the Rockdale County Board of Commissioners and Rockdale County Public Schools, is hosting the Teen B.E.A.M.S. event on March 12, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Rockdale Career Academy, 1064 Culpepper Drive S.W., Conyers. The mini conference for 6ththrough 12thgraders focuses on mental health awareness, resilience, coping strategies, and self-care. The evening will consist of a free dinner, interactive breakout sessions, door prizes, and a keynote speaker discussing their story of hope, healing, and overcoming adversity. There will be mental health…

Stonecrest City Councilman will host his CommUNITY Awareness meeting on Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the AEI StartUp Factory, 7310 Stonecrest Concourse. Breakfast will be served at 9:30 a.m. This month’s topics include new information on the city’s purchases of the Sears and Sam’s Club buildings, assault on the city’s charter, the city’s finances, possible mileage rate cap increase and more. The event is free and open to the public and held on the first Saturday of every month.

The DeKalb County Sanitation Division will host a household hazardous waste recycling event Saturday, March 21, 8 a.m. – noon, at the Sanitation Division’s Central Transfer Station, 3720 Leroy Scott Drive, Decatur. DeKalb residents will have an opportunity to properly dispose of dangerous household items that are no longer in use. Hazardous materials such as aerosols, batteries, adhesives, flammables, lawn care products, fluorescent light bulbs, photo chemicals, paint, paint-related products and artist supplies will be accepted. Paint will be limited to 10 gallons per vehicle. Agricultural waste, ammunition, radioactive materials, pharmaceuticals,…

Join the Conyers Rockdale Council for the Arts (CRCA) and Black Heritage of Rockdale County for a Rockdale Black Heritage symposium on Saturday, March 14, 2 to 4 p.m., at the J.P. Carr Community Center, 981 Taylor St., Conyers. The program, entitled “Embracing the History Around Us: Housing in JP Carr Community,”will share Rockdale County’s black history highlighting the housing in the J.P. Carr community. The second induction ceremony for the Black Heritage Hall of Fame also will be conducted. The community is invited to bring their stories, memories, pictures and any other items relevant…

Live on Commercial Street is hosting a Saint Patrick’s Day street party on Saturday, March 14, 2 to 11 p.m., on Commercial Street in Olde Town Conyers. The Celtic Tavern, Sweet Treat Depot and Tin Plate Conyers invite you to come out for this year’s annual Saint Practice Day Party the Saturday before Saint Patrick’s Day. Commercial Street will be closed for guests to dine and drink and enjoy live music and other outdoor activities.

Have you lost a loved one? How are you handling your grief? Those who are seeking grief support are invited to attend the “Grief Share” support group at Voices of Faith Ministries, 2500 Rockbridge Road S.W., Stone Mountain. You will learn how to walk the journey of grief to find healing and hope and be supported along the way. The 13-week session begins on March 24. Sessions are available at 1 p.m. or 7 p.m. To register, visit voicesfaith.org. Participants also can call 770-498-5850 x326 or email mercy@voicesfaith.org.