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🏡 Forest Park is making BIG moves when it comes to housing, and we’re thrilled to share some exciting news… 🎉 We have been selected to participate in the 2026…
Housing is one of the most urgent issues facing families right now, and we cannot afford to talk around it. On January 20, I invite you to join me for…
DeKalb County and NACA are hosting a FREE 4-day homeownership event where you can get NACA-qualified in one day. No down payment No closing costs No credit score required 📍…
Gwinnett Information Technology Services received a National Association of Counties achievement award for the Tax Commissioner’s website redesign. The new website offers significantly enhanced user experience, with intuitive navigation and…
GWINNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS CONVICTED SEX OFFENDER FOLLOWING OPERATION (Gwinnett County, Ga., January 8, 2026) – On January 7, 2026, the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office arrested convicted sex offender,…
Online filing for DeKalb County homestead exemptions opens Jan. 1 Homeowners encouraged to check their exemption status DECATUR,GA – DeKalb County homeowners who do not have a homestead exemption, or…
📣 Stockbridge is on the GO! The City of Stockbridge Government recently hosted its Hometown Connection Legislative Meeting. This event allowed state legislators, staff of the Georgia Municipal Association, the…
The Same House was proud to attend the Spirit of DeKalb Awards alongside DeKalb County Government and Madam CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson. We are excited to partner in a collaboration focused…
Congratulations to Henry County Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell and Sheriff Reginald B. Scandrett for being honored by the Henry County Branch of the NAACP. Chairwoman Harrell has received the Myrlie Evers…
Sing the Dream. Live the Vision. Join us on Saturday, January 17, 2026, for the City of Columbus’ Official MLK “Dream Lives” Celebration. We are coming together as ONE community…
Rockdale County’s CTAE graduation rate soars above 99%, continues to top Georgia’s rate ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA– The graduation rate for Rockdale County Public Schools (RCPS) students involved in Career, Technical,…
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