Author: On Common Ground News

DEKALB COUNTY, GA—The DeKalb County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating Kamille Jones, 9, who was kidnapped by her father, Jeffery Jones. The two were last were last seen on May 20, 2023 near the 4100 block of Wesley Club Drive. Kamille is 4 feet tall, 60lbsh brown eyes and black hair. Jones is 5’8, 200lbs. brown eyes and black hair. Authorities said they believe Jones crossed state lies with the girl and encourage anyone who has seen them to call 911. Photos provided by DeKalb County Police.

STONECREST, GA– Mayor Jazzmin Cobble is hosting a town hall, Property Tax 101, on Wednesday, July 5, 6:30 p.m., Stonecrest City Hall. Officials from the DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office and DeKalb County Property Appraisal Department will discuss property appraisal and assessments vs. billing and collection of taxes based on the assessments. For more information contact, the Office of the Mayor: 770-224-0200

ATLANTA – Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King encourages all Georgia residents to practice caution when celebrating this Independence Day with fireworks. “Millions of Georgians will gather with friends and family to celebrate our nation’s founding this Independence Day,” said Commissioner King. “While fireworks are almost synonymous with the 4th of July, it is important to remember the dangers they present and follow certain safety tips to prevent accidental fires and severe injuries.” The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that between 2006 and 2021, fireworks related injuries have increased by 25%. In 2021, approximately 11,500 emergency room…

DECATUR, GA—The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on July 12, 10 a.m., for a new playground, parking lot and entrance at Ellenwood Park, 4100 River Road, Ellenwood. More than $2 million was provided from Commissioner Larry Johnson and the Parks Department to complete the park improvements. The public is invited to join county officials and parks staff at the ceremony.

DECATUR, GA– The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office announced today (July 3) that an inmate died last week while in custody of the DeKalb County Jail. On June 28, 2023, officers were alerted that 37-year old Jonathan McWaters of Birmingham, Alabama was bleeding from numerous lacerations on his body while in his jail cell. Emergency medical services were performed on site by jail and health services staff and DeKalb Fire Rescue EMS, but efforts to revive McWaters after he became unresponsive were unsuccessful, and he was pronounced deceased. The cause of death has not been released but preliminary reports indicate that…

The Chi Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc® hosted a mentoring ice cream social on Saturday, June 24, for female youths of Elks Aidmore in Rockdale County. Members of the chapter’s “Uplifting Our Community Committee” engaged the residents, who have aged out of the foster care system, in meaningful conversations to inspire and help help them to build self-confidence. Members of the Class of 2023 were recognized and celebrated while enjoying their favorite ice cream. The purpose of each mentoring session is to drive home the message that a person’s current circumstance. Photos provided by June Hawkins-Jones,…

STONECREST, GA—The City of Stonecrest is launching a vibrant component to the newly-completed Salem Park. Visit Salem Park Pavilion on July 8, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., for “Art in the Park “ 5290 Salem Road, Stonecrest. The event is open to families and their children ages 3-12. Each child will receive an artist’s kit and have the opportunity to create beautiful art to be displayed throughout Stonecrest’s parks and recreation centers.   Free t-shirts also will be given away.  Parents must remain at the park during the event. Registration opens June 30th. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

DEKALB COUNTY, GA—A crowd of music lovers turned out for the” Thriving Thursday” finale concert on June 29, 2023. The free concert series, hosted by DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson, featured actor/musician Malcolm Jamal Warner for the finale. The audience sang and danced during the event, which was held at the Rainbow Park Amphitheater in South DeKalb County.