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News from December 2022

Mission Accomplished: An Army Veteran’s Path to Commencement at Georgia Tech

By Press release submission | Dec 19, 2022

While that phrase may have taken on new meaning since his days as an active-duty member of the U.S. armed forces, Patrick Benitez’s mindset remained the same as he pursued an M.S. in analytics from Georgia Tech — a three-year journey that culminates Friday at Bobby Dodd Stadium.

Greater Atlanta Christian School students embrace the giving spirit with Can-A-Thon

By Press release submission | Dec 19, 2022

The 40-year anniversary of 11Alive's Can-A-Thon is kicking off this morning, and you can be part of our mission to help those in need by donating cans and other non-perishable items.

Congressman Johnson Recognizes 4th District Small Businesses With Pinnacle Awards

By Press release submission | Dec 19, 2022

On Friday evening, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) recognized and honored four small businesses in each of the counties he represents for their contributions to the community and their positive impact on the lives of his constituents.

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1,258 registered sex offenders live in Dekalb County as of week ending Dec. 17, 2022

By DeKalb GA News | Dec 18, 2022

Dekalb County is home to 1,258 sex offenders registered as of the week ending Dec. 17, 2022, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

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Dekalb County is home to 1276 registered sex offenders in Q3

By DeKalb GA News | Dec 18, 2022

There were five fewer registered sex offenders living in Dekalb County in the third quarter of 2022 compared to the previous quarter, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

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1,267 registered sex offenders live in Dekalb County as of November 2022

By DeKalb GA News | Dec 18, 2022

There are 1,267 registered sex offenders living in Dekalb County as of November 2022, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

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Dekalb County is home to 1,267 sex offenders in November 2022

By DeKalb GA News | Dec 18, 2022

There was one less registered sex offender living in Dekalb County in November 2022 compared to the previous month, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

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DeKalb GA News area weekly mass times

By DeKalb GA News | Dec 17, 2022

The following parishes in the DeKalb GA News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Arrest made in officer-involved shooting

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

The Dunwoody Police Department has arrested 23-year-old Khalil Thomas in reference to yesterday’s incident. His charges are as follows:

Small Business Spotlight - SoKongDong Tofu and BBQ

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

“We invite you to come to enjoy the best Tofu Soup in Atlanta.” - Don Kim.

DeKalb Sanitation Holiday Schedule

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

In observance of Christmas Day on Monday, Dec. 26, and New Year’s Day on Monday, Jan. 2, sanitation service for residential customers will be based on a revised holiday schedule as follows:

Networking Over Lunch at Marlow’s Tavern (Jan 12)

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

Join us for Networking Over Lunch at Marlo's Tavern Brookhaven!

DeKalb County Board of Commissioners Approve Groundbreaking Video Surveillance Ordinance

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

On Tuesday, Dec. 13, the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners approved a Video Surveillance Ordinance which will require convenience stores and high-risk businesses to own and operate a video surveillance system.

AAHOA, AAFD, and CFA Send a Joint Letter to the FTC on Franchising

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

AAHOA Chairman Nishant (Neal) Patel joined Robert Purvin, AAFD Chairman, and John Motta, CFA Chairman, on a joint letter to Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission.

Briarlake Forest Park Ribbon Cutting to be Held Dec. 22

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold an official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly constructed large pavilion at Briarlake Forest Park on Thursday, December 22, at 10 a.m.

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Ace Hardware ranks 2nd for top quality at more than 5,600 locally-owned stores

By DeKalb GA News | Dec 15, 2022

Ace Hardware received the second highest number of points in the Top Omnichannel 100 Retailers report.

New initiative will advance Emory climate change research and teaching

By Press release submission | Dec 12, 2022

A university-wide initiative formally launching this month will strengthen and support Emory’s academic response to the global climate crisis.

Emory announces minimum wage increase for hourly student workers

By Press release submission | Dec 12, 2022

Emory University will increase its minimum wage for student workers to $15 an hour over the next three years.

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1,206 registered sex offenders live in DeKalb County as of Q3

By DeKalb GA News | Dec 12, 2022

There are 1,206 registered sex offenders living in DeKalb County as of the third quarter of 2022, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

GPTC Donates Student-Built Smoker Valued at $9K

By Press release submission | Dec 12, 2022

For dual enrollment student, Jayden Slaughter, 17, being tasked to build a smoker alongside his fellow students was both exciting — and daunting.