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Join the community for a convenient drive-through mobile food pantry event on December 8, 2025, starting at 10:30 a.m. at Camden County Rec Center. This is a wonderful opportunity for those in need to receive nutritious food without leaving their vehicle. Dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to ensure the success of this initiative, providing essential support and compassion. Don’t miss out on this chance to uplift your spirits and fill your pantry with healthy options prepared just for you. Mark your calendars and spread the word to those who might benefit from this great event!

REMINDER: City of Marietta Community Development Block Grant PY 2026 Application Meeting The City of Marietta will hold an application meeting for the opening of the CDBG Public Services application for program year 2026 (July 1, 2026- June 30, 2027), on Thursday, December 4th, 2025 at 10:30 AM. The meeting will be held via WebEx. All attendees must email Kelsey Thompson-White with their name and organization to register and receive a meeting invitation link. Applications will be accepted from December 4th, 2025 through January 30th, 2026. Applications should be submitted in-person to the Community Development Office no later than 12:00 P.M. on Friday, January 30th ,2026. The application will be available at https://www.mariettaga.gov/472/Forms on December 4th. ATTENDANCE BY SOMEONE IN THE ORGANIZATION IS REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR FUNDING. The City of Marietta supports Equal Opportunity and Fair Housing, and does not discriminate in any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, sex, familial status, age, religion or disability. Please direct all comments/inquiries to Kelsey Thompson-White, 268 Lawrence St., Suite 200, Marietta, GA 30060; Telephone: 770-794-5437 or Email: kthompson@mariettaga.gov.

Join the local community as Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry and Clayton County Senior Services collaborate with Kaiser Permanente to promote wellness through "Health is on the Way." This initiative features a FREE Mobile Health Vehicle, specially designed for individuals aged 18 and older. Get vital health checks and resources, all in a convenient location near you. Mark your calendars for the upcoming visits: Frank Bailey Senior Center on Nov. 20, Flint River Community Center on Dec. 4, and Sonna Singleton Gregory Senior Center on Dec. 18, all from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take the first step towards better health; don't miss this opportunity!

Join the District 4 Community for an essential Town Hall meeting with Commissioner DeMont Davis on December 13, 2025, at 11 a.m. This important event aims to engage the community in meaningful discussions that impact their lives. Participate in person at the Clayton County Board of Commissioners, located at 112 Smith Street, Jonesboro, GA 30236, or join virtually via Zoom. This is a fantastic opportunity to voice concerns, share ideas, and connect with fellow residents committed to a better community. Don’t miss out on being part of the conversation that matters!

This past week, we had the privilege of supporting families across DeKalb as we head into the holidays. Our community’s resilience, compassion, and strength are things I know to be true every single day. I want to extend my deepest gratitude to our employees, partners, faith leaders, educators, and every resident who continues to show up for DeKalb County in big and small ways.

Chatham County and Team Chatham have partnered with Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia to assist local individuals in need. They invite the community to donate non-perishable food items to support this initiative. Food donation boxes are available at multiple county facilities from November 10th to January 5th. Suggested items include: - Soups - Pasta/Noodles - Vegetables & Beans - Cereal, Oatmeal, Pancake Mix - Paper Products - Personal Hygiene Items Learn more at: https://chathamcountyga.gov/OurCounty/newsArticle/4054dd45-55ba-48cd-8df7-dd6e5a3c6ded

This past Saturday, we visited Greater Piney Grove to lend our support to their community initiatives, assisting with a collaborative turkey drive alongside The Levermore Foundation, Ousley Methodist Church, and Cariblanta. We also stopped by Saint Philip AME Church for their veterans program, where Sheriff Maddox had the honor of speaking. It was inspiring to contribute to efforts that provide meaningful support to families and veterans during the holiday season. 🦃🤝💙🎖️ #CommunityService #GivingBack #DeKalbCountyGA #WeAreDKSO #StrongerTogether #CommunityRelations #DeKalbCounty

At a press conference this morning, DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, DeKalb County Board of Commissioners, DeKalb County Community Development Department, and the DeKalb County School District, announced initiatives to support families during difficult economic times. CEO Cochran-Johnson also announced the launch of the DeKalb County Resource Guide, created to connect residents with much needed resources. The DeKalb County Resource Guide may be viewed at https://resourcesindekalb.com/. Resources specifically for District 2 may be viewed at https://bit.ly/4i2VRYG