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!
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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!
They report that the State of Georgia has received funding to aid recovery efforts from recent disasters. To address community needs, the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) will be conducting two informative sessions for residents. These sessions will take place in Savannah, GA on December 10th and in Augusta, GA on December 11th. This is a valuable opportunity for individuals to engage with DCA and share their insights. For further details, visit their website: https://ow.ly/RKCb50XwO0U
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
Bobby Lockett, District 3 County Commissioner, is set to host an important Community Meeting. They will provide residents with valuable updates and listen to community concerns. 📅 Date: December 4, 2025 ⌚ Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Public Works Training Center, 7226 Varnedoe Dr. Savannah, GA 31406 This meeting is an excellent opportunity for residents to engage with their local government.
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
The state awarded the Macon+Bibb County Sheriff's Office with more than $30,000 and how this funding will help reduce road accidents throughout the county. Learn more at https://ow.ly/fgf250XrKTb
Come enjoy the sunrise and take a guided walk along the Historic McQueen’s Trail at 7:00am on November 21st and December 10th. Your guide, Brent Newman, will take you to explore the plants and animals on the trail and watch the marsh slowly awaken for the day. 📍This FREE walk will start at the main entrance to the trail right alongside the entrance station to Fort Pulaski. Email Brent at BreNewman@ChathamCounty.org with any questions
We’re thrilled to welcome 5 new hires to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. We are excited to have them a part of our team and look forward to the positive impact they will make. Let’s give them a warm welcome. ✨💙👏🚔 #DetentionOfficer #WelcomeAboard #NewHires #WeAreDKSO #DeKalbCountyGA #SecurityTechnician
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