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The inaugural “Celebrate Community Parade” will step off on Saturday, July 1, at 10 a.m., from Conyers First United Methodist Church, 921 North Main Street in OIde Town Conyers. Residents are encouraged to gather in the church parking lot as early as 9:30 a.m. for the walking parade that will feature decorated wagons, bicycles, and golf carts. Those participating in the parade as well as spectators along the half-mile route through the historic residential district of Olde Town Conyers are encouraged to wear red, white and blue or patriotic attire. Prizes will be awarded at the parade’s conclusion for best-decorated…

The DeKalb Medical Foundation will host its 23rd annual Charles B. Eberhart Memorial Golf Classic on Monday, Aug. 28, at the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek. Proceeds from the event will support updates to the operating rooms at DeKalb Medical. Improvements to the O.R. will include new equipment, such as tables, monitors and updated lighting. This new environment will streamline surgical procedures, reduce wait times and provide our patients with better care supported by the most advanced technology. This year, for the first time, the tournament will offer one flight with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The event…

ATLANTA—MARTA is celebrating top honors for heavy rail safety. The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) recognizes rail systems from across North America for excellence in operations, security and safety for both light and heavy rail services. This year, MARTA received the GOLD Award for Safety in Heavy Rail from APTA, which highlights the Authority’s commitment to performance quality, best practices, and safety standards. Ridership, expanding access, advances in engagement and overall success in helping to improve system safety also factor into the award selection process. “This is a huge honor for MARTA as we continue to work to provide the safest, most affordable…

With a reinvigorated push around the arts, MARTA is launching a new program aimed at aesthetically enhancing and integrating art throughout the rail system. The Authority will officially kick off the newly branded arts program with an inaugural launch event on Monday, June 19, 2 p.m., at the Five Points MARTA Station, 30 Alabama St. S.W., Atlanta. The art-focused event, which is open to the public, will include performances from Moving in the Spirit dance company and cellist Jenn Cornell accompanied by Emrah Kotan. The program will culminate with the unveiling of the arts program’s new logo. In 2016, MARTA’s…

The City of Atlanta has selected SP Plus Corporation (SP+) to manage the city’s on-street parking program, ATLPlus. The new company selected replaces ParkAtlanta as manager of the city’s on-street parking program. SP+ is a leader in parking management, ground transportation and ancillary services. SP+ will provide parking enforcement, meter maintenance, collection and citation processing services. “The City of Atlanta is pleased to announce the launch of a new, customer-based parking experience with ATLPlus,” said Mayor Kasim Reed. “With the addition of upgraded equipment and integration of smartphone apps, ATLPlus will minimize the time it takes for residents and…

A Columbus, Georgia man suspected of shooting a woman on June 13 at a Flat Shoals Parkway Waffle House Restaurant in Decatur, Georgia, is in custody after being arrested by the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit and the Columbus Police Fugitive Unit. A warrant was issued on June13 for Anthony Henderson Perryman, 27, of Columbus, Georgia on a charge of felony murder in the death of Tanya Dunlap. The warrant alleges that Perryman shot Dunlap in the head, threatened witnesses who observed the incident, and fled the scene. Investigators were able to locate and arrest Mr. Perryman at a residence near…

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Rockdale County Probate Judge Clarence Cuthpert, Jr. June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and June 15, 2017 has been labeled World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Because elder abuse occurs in neighborhoods around the world, regardless of race, ethnicity, social or financial status, it is important to know how to identify warning signs, respond, and protect our elders. Elder abuse is an intentional act, or failure to act by a caregiver or another person in a relationship involving an expectation of trust that causes or creates a risk of harm to someone 65 years or older. Forms of elder abuse include:…

There will be a Special Called Meeting of the City of Stonecrest, Wednesday, June 14 at 5:30 p.m. in the Stonecrest Library, 3123 Klondike Road, Lithonia for the consideration of entering a professional services agreement with CH2M for the conduct of administrative and management function of the city. CITY OF STONECREST, GEORGIA Honorable Mayor Jason Lary, Sr. Council Member Jimmy Clanton, Jr. – District 1         Council Member Rob Turner- District 2 Council Member Jazzmin Cobble – District 3          Council Member George Turner- District 4 Council Member Diane Adoma – District 5 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING AGENDA June 14, 2017 5:30…