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FEMA extends deadline for state, local governments to request assistance grants

Local News October 17, 2017By On Common Ground News

At the request of Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal, the Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA) has granted an additional 30 days –…

Rep. Carter to host House District 92 Nonprofit Summit

Local News October 17, 2017By On Common Ground News

State Rep. Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia) will host the Georgia House District 92 Nonprofit Summit on Saturday, Nov. 4, 10:30 a.m.…

‘City of Amazon’ idea mushrooming

Local News October 16, 2017By On Common Ground News

Stonecrest resident says she’s ready to be an “Amazonite” Susan Lee, a resident of Stonecrest, has become part of a…

Early voting begins today, Rockdale County pilots new voting system

Local News October 16, 2017By On Common Ground News

Early voters for municipal elections around the state began today as Rockdale County began using new voting machines, launching a…

Latin Festival serves up fun, food and culture

Local News October 16, 2017By On Common Ground News

The second annual Conyers Latin Festival drew a crowd of supporters on Sunday at the field at 1400 Parker Road…

DeKalb law enforcement officials urge clergy leaders to attend joint meeting

Local News October 16, 2017By On Common Ground News

DeKalb County law enforcement officials, the District Attorney and Solicitor General are inviting clergy leaders to a joint meeting that…

City of Stonecrest says goodbye to “Cinderblock Inn” eyesore

Local News October 13, 2017By On Common Ground News

Demolition began on the “Cinder Block Inn,” an eyesore so nicknamed after standing nearly 10 years unfinished along I-20…

Update: DeKalb County’s new Entertainment Commission poised to bring in big bucks

Local News October 13, 2017By On Common Ground News

Please note that prices for the Expo on Oct. 21 have been removed, courtesy of the event supporters. By…

Atlanta reduces penalty for possession of small quantities of marijuana

Local News October 13, 2017By On Common Ground News

Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed has signed an ordinance that eliminates jail time as a penalty for possession of one…

Scholarship fund to honor Frank Bates, Georgia civil rights leader

Local News October 12, 2017By On Common Ground News

Family and friends have established a scholarship fund to honor the legacy of Georgia civil rights champion Frank Bates, who…

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    ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA – Keep Conyers-Rockdale Beautiful (KCRB) will host its Christmas tree recycling initiative, “Bring One for the Chipper,” providing Rockdale residents with an environmentally responsible way to recycle live Christmas trees after the holiday season. The Rockdale Recycling Center  will be open from Saturday, Jan. 3-10, 2026,, 9: a.m. to 1 p.m.. Rockdale residents are […]
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