DeKalb County
Recent News About DeKalb County
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DeKalb County approves largest capital investment in history
DeKalb County has embarked on a historic infrastructure initiative with the approval of a $4.27 billion investment plan by the Board of Commissioners.
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Crestline Drive to close for tree removal work on March 13
Crestline Drive in DeKalb County will be closed to through traffic starting Thursday, March 13, 2025.
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DeKalb County announces hazardous waste disposal event for March
The DeKalb County Sanitation Division has announced its upcoming spring household hazardous waste recycling event.
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DeKalb County opens warming centers due to forecasted cold weather
Due to anticipated cold weather, DeKalb County will open four warming centers for residents on February 22 and 23.
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DeKalb County opens warming centers due to forecasted cold weather
DeKalb County will open three warming centers around the clock due to expected cold weather, starting from 8 p.m. on February 19 until 8 a.m. on February 22.
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DeKalb County opens warming centers amid forecasted cold weather
DeKalb County is set to open four warming centers on Thursday night, February 13, in response to the anticipated cold weather.
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DeKalb County plans to opt out of statewide homestead exemption
The DeKalb County governing authority has announced its intention to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption, referred to as HB 581.
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DeKalb County announces town halls on proposed water rate increase
DeKalb County Government has announced a series of Water Rate Town Hall Meetings, providing residents an opportunity to engage with county leadership regarding a proposed water rate increase.
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DeKalb County CEO's office hosts HB 581 overview webinar
The Office of the CEO of DeKalb County is set to host an HB 581 Overview Webinar on February 7, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. The session aims to provide a high-level overview of the new floating homestead exemption and its impact on homeowners.
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Presidents Day affects DeKalb County's residential sanitation schedule
DeKalb County has announced adjustments to its sanitation schedule in observance of Presidents Day on Monday, February 17.
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DeKalb Cooperative Extension offers spring container garden workshops
DeKalb County Cooperative Extension has announced a series of garden workshops to be held in the coming months.
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DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Advisory Board schedules February meeting
The DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Advisory Board is set to convene on Monday, February 10th.
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DeKalb County seeks public input on proposed polling site changes
The DeKalb County Board of Registration and Elections is seeking public input on proposed changes to polling site locations.
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Lane closures on North Druid Hills Road for restoration work
The DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management has announced upcoming lane closures on North Druid Hills Road.
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DeKalb County seeks input on proposed polling site changes for efficiency
The DeKalb County Board of Registration and Elections is seeking public input on proposed changes to polling site locations.
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DeKalb County to honor leaders at MLK celebration
DeKalb County is set to recognize two local public servants for their humanitarian efforts during its annual Martin Luther King Jr.
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DeKalb County announces father-daughter dance event for February
The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs is set to host the 9th Annual Father-Daughter Dance.
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DeKalb County lifts state of emergency; urges caution during evening travel
DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson has announced the lifting of the State of Emergency that was declared due to severe winter weather conditions.
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DeKalb County sanitation delays yard trimmings collection due to weather
Due to service suspension caused by inclement weather, the DeKalb County Sanitation Division is currently facing delays in collecting yard trimmings from residential customers.
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North Carter Road closure extended for water main replacement
The closure of North Carter Road, situated between Forrest Boulevard and Chester Way, has been extended until February 28.