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News from 2022

DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond and Commissioner Larry Johnson Attend White House Event

By Press release submission | Oct 26, 2022

Today, DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond and Commissioner Larry Johnson (NACo Past President) are participating in the White House’s Communities in Action: Building a Better Georgia event.

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Video Display Corp. (VIDE:PKC) swings down 12.5% on stock market in one day

By DeKalb GA News | Oct 25, 2022

Video Display Corp. traded at $1.75 by end of day.

Emory infectious disease leaders selected for top positions and prestigious awards by IDSA

By Press release submission | Oct 25, 2022

The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), the nation’s leading infectious diseases professional organization, has selected Carlos del Rio, MD, FIDSA, as its new president beginning Oct. 24.

CEO Thurmond Proposes $1,500 Retention Bonus for Non-sworn Frontline Employees

By Press release submission | Oct 25, 2022

Today, DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond announced a proposed one-time, $1,500 retention bonus for non-sworn frontline employees.

Veteran, Active Military & Dependents at GPTC to Get $250K Helping Hand

By Press release submission | Oct 24, 2022

Active military, veterans, and their dependents enrolled in manufacturing programs at Georgia Piedmont Technical College will soon be reaping the benefits of a recently approved grant.

Alif, Baa, and Khaa: Global Online Academy Offers Unique Learn

By Press release submission | Oct 24, 2022

For the past three weeks, every Tuesday at 9 pm, I’ve logged onto Ostatha Ikram’s Zoom to participate in what she and Ostath Georges call “Zoom Conversation Session.”

Fort Myers Mayor Kevin B. Anderson Meets with AAHOA Members to Discuss Hurricane Ian Recovery

By Press release submission | Oct 24, 2022

Fort Myers Mayor Kevin B. Anderson Meets with AAHOA Members to Discuss Hurricane Ian Recovery

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Value of Tucker-based Construction and Materials company GMS Inc. (GMS:NYQ) rose 36.2% in week ending Oct. 22

By DeKalb GA News | Oct 23, 2022

Williams Industrial Services Group Inc. (WLMS:ASQ) was the highest Construction and Materials company headquartered in Georgia on Oct. 21.

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DeKalb GA News area weekly mass times

By DeKalb GA News | Oct 22, 2022

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

Working Groups Established to Explore Lifetime Learning Unit

By Press release submission | Oct 21, 2022

The Georgia Institute of Technology is announcing its intention to launch a new academic unit dedicated to lifetime learning.

GAC's own Jackie Bradford Has Been Inducted into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame

By Press release submission | Oct 20, 2022

On Tuesday it was announced that GAC's legendary coach, Jackie Bradford, will be inducted into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame this upcoming February. Jackie Bradford arrived at GAC in 1968 as the head basketball coach. During his time as a coach at GAC, Jackie Bradford had a 253-82 record, along with three state championships (1971, 1972, 1977).

Emory Hillandale Hospital receives funding support from DeKalb County for facility growth, improvements

By Press release submission | Oct 20, 2022

Emory Healthcare is grateful to DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond and the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners for supporting Emory Hillandale Hospital in the wake of Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center’s (AMC) impending closure

DeKalb Board of Commissioners Approve CEO Thurmond’s $20 Million Proposal to Enhance Emergency Services at Grady and Hillandale Hospitals

By Press release submission | Oct 19, 2022

Today, the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners approved CEO Michael Thurmond’s proposal for a $20 million plan designed to enhance emergency services at Emory Hillandale Hospital and to support nursing services at Grady Hospital.

Fall One-Act Play "Dark Road" - October 26 & 27

By Press release submission | Oct 19, 2022

Fall One-Act Play "Dark Road" - October 26 & 27

Early Alzheimer’s Research Team Awarded $3.8M Grant for Precision Robotics

By Press release submission | Oct 18, 2022

Early Alzheimer’s Research Team Awarded $3.8M Grant for Precision Robotics

Zonolite Park Ribbon Cutting Set for Oct. 19

By Press release submission | Oct 18, 2022

DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold an official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly extended trail at Zonolite Park on Wednesday, October 19, at 10 a.m.

The Class of 2025: exceptional and international

By Press release submission | Oct 17, 2022

This fall term, 236 new JDs started their 1L year at Emory Law, joined by 13 transfer students, 22 LLMs, 33 students pursuing juris master degrees, and three SJDs. As a whole, they represent 19 countries, 33 states, and the District of Columbia. The newest JD class is 63 percent female and 44 percent people of color.

Emory heart team implants 500th lifesaving left ventricular assist device (LVAD)

By Press release submission | Oct 17, 2022

On July 29, a team from Emory’s Heart and Vascular Center completed its 500th continuous flow, durable left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation, further affirming Emory Healthcare’s status as a national leader in the life-saving procedure.

CEO Thurmond Proposes $20 Million to Enhance Emergency Services at Emory Hillandale Hospital and Reduce Grady Operating Deficit

By Press release submission | Oct 17, 2022

Today, DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond presented to the Board of Commissioners a $20 million proposal designed to enhance emergency department services at Emory Hillandale Hospital and reduce Grady Hospital’s operating deficit.

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Tucker company GMS Inc. (GMS:NYQ) working in Construction and Materials sees value rise 312,184% in week ending Oct. 15

By DeKalb GA News | Oct 16, 2022

Mohawk Industries Inc. (MHK:NYQ) was the highest Construction and Materials company headquartered in Georgia on Oct. 14.