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February 10, 2022 On Common Ground News

Visit Brookhaven, GA: festivals, food, parks and boutiques

    BROOKHAVEN, GA— Located 19 miles northeast of Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and just 10 miles from downtown Atlanta, Brookhaven offers a community-focused vibe that enchants visitors and locals alike. Comprised of distinct neighborhoods, Brookhaven is reminiscent of a laid-back smaller town with all the perks and benefits of a big city. From locally-owned […]
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January 10, 2022 On Common Ground News

The Elevate Talk Show Around the Town: Visiting Disney Springs, Orlando, FL

This week’s ‘Around the Town’ takes us to the Disney Springs shopping complex at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.    
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TravelDeKalb
January 3, 2022 On Common Ground News

The Elevate Talk Show Around the Town: Visiting the Michelle Obama Trail

This week’s ‘Around the Town’ takes us to the Michelle Obama Trail, formerly known as the South River Path, in Decatur, GA.  The trail, named for the nation’s first African-American First Lady, is located at the Georgia State University Panthersville campus on Clifton Springs Road.        
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December 17, 2021 On Common Ground News

The Elevate Talk Show Around the Town: The Downton Abbey Exhibition, Atlanta, GA

      This week, The Elevate Talk Show takes you ‘Around the Town’ to “Downton Abbey: The Exhibition” in Atlanta, Georgia. The exhibition, based on the beloved television show, transports you to post-Edwardian England, where the characters and the iconic house come to life.  
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November 7, 2021 On Common Ground News

The Elevate Talk Show Around the Town: Visiting Panola Mountain State Park

This week’s ‘Around the Town’ takes us to Panola Mountain State Park, a 100-acre granite outcrop similar to Stone Mountain, but smaller.  Just 15 minutes from Atlanta, it is a recreational haven for all ages and interests.   https://youtu.be/xfpfF1_6h3Q     
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May 14, 2022 On Common Ground News

Atlanta City Council to consider significant legislative Items May 16

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Local NewsRockdale
May 14, 2022 On Common Ground News

Candlelight vigil set May 16 for Rockdale County Deputy Walter Jenkins, Jr.

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Local NewsDeKalb
May 13, 2022 On Common Ground News

Lullwater Road closure on May 16, construction to replace DeKalb County stormwater pipe

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Local NewsRockdale
May 13, 2022 On Common Ground News

Constance L. Abbott to be installed as new pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church in Conyers May 15

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Local NewsExplore
May 12, 2022 On Common Ground News

New Georgia sites added to National Register of Historic Places

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Local NewsRockdale
May 12, 2022 On Common Ground News

Rockdale County deputy dies after being struck while directing traffic

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Local NewsAtlanta
May 12, 2022 On Common Ground News

Georgia leader Dee Dawkins-Haigler nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

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Local NewsAtlanta
May 14, 2022 On Common Ground News

Atlanta City Council to consider significant legislative Items May 16

    ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council will consider legislation during Monday’s meeting on May 16 outlining increased oversight, accountability, resident participation, and a commitment to improved project delivery for the “Moving Atlanta Forward” infrastructure initiative (Legislative Reference No. 22-O-1369). The full Council meeting will be held in person at 1 p.m. in the Council Chamber […]
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Local NewsRockdale
May 14, 2022 On Common Ground News

Candlelight vigil set May 16 for Rockdale County Deputy Walter Jenkins, Jr.

  CONYERS, GA—A  candlelight vigil will be held in memory of Rockdale County Sheriff’s (RCSO) Deputy Walter D. Jenkins, Jr. on Monday, May 16, 7:30 p.m., in the parking lot of the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office, 911 Chambers Drive, Conyers. Deputy Jenkins was killed after being struck by a vehicle while directing traffic in a […]
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Local NewsDeKalb
May 13, 2022 On Common Ground News

Lullwater Road closure on May 16, construction to replace DeKalb County stormwater pipe

  DEKALB COUNTY, GA– On May 16, a portion of Lullwater Road Northeast, between The By Way Northeast and North Decatur Road, will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., while crews work to replace 24-inch-diameter stormwater pipe. Traffic will be detoured to Oakdale Road. This section of Lullwater Road NE will reopen on […]
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May 6, 2022 On Common Ground News

DeKalb Commissioner Cochran-Johnson co-sponsors 2022 Great American Franchise Expo Atlanta

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BusinessAtlanta
May 4, 2022 On Common Ground News

Georgia Gov. Kemp signs “Inform Consumers Act” to combat organized retail crime

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Business
April 27, 2022 On Common Ground News

Biden-Harris administration, U.S. Department of Labor award more than $90M to train young people for green energy jobs

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Other NewsGwinnett
May 10, 2022 On Common Ground News

Loganville, Georgia native Anil Persaud serves aboard USS Harry Truman

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May 6, 2022

Georgia AG Carr urges protection of seniors in observance of Older Americans Month

May 5, 2022

DeKalb’s MLK High naming athletic facility for NFL Alum Kevin Byard

May 4, 2022

DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office issues phone scam warning

Coming Up

Coming UpGwinnett
May 9, 2022 On Common Ground News

Gwinnett Multicultural Festival returns to celebrate county’s global diversity

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May 5, 2022

DeKalb Public Library Board of Trustees to meet May 9

May 4, 2022

Rockdale County to host electronics recycling, paper shredding event June 4

May 3, 2022

DeKalb’s Youth Services brings back summer chess and virtual leadership training

Crime

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May 9, 2022 On Common Ground News

One suspect in custody in deadly shootings at Brannon Hill Condominium in DeKalb County

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May 5, 2022

Double life sentences for DeKalb co-defendant who molested 12-year-old who missed school bus

May 5, 2022

Scottdale, GA man receives life in prison for killing victim over stolen cell phone

May 4, 2022

Lithonia man convicted of 2018 murder, victim’s body tied to concrete, dumped in South River

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May 14, 2022

Atlanta City Council to consider significant legislative Items May 16

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Candlelight vigil set May 16 for Rockdale County Deputy Walter Jenkins, Jr.

May 13, 2022

Lullwater Road closure on May 16, construction to replace DeKalb County stormwater pipe

DeKalb VRE continues to provide Spanish, Korean Translations on key election information

Rockdale County Board of Elections reminds public about voting options, new voting cards in the mail

Early voting turnout growing in Rockdale County

State Rep. Doreen Carter to co-host 2022 Mother’s Day “Brunch & Learn” homeownership

Rockdale County issues report for Day 1 early voting for May 24, 2022 elections

Rockdale County to mail sample ballots, new voter precinct cards with water bills

Rep. Doreen Carter Announces Re-Election Campaign

Atlanta Press Club Loudermilk-Young Debate Series to host state and federal election debates

DeKalb County Qualified Candidates for May 24 General Primary

Rockdale County Qualified Candidates for May 24 General Primary

Beverly Jones to be sworn as first black female mayor of the City of Stone Mountain

Graves soars to victory in Stonecrest District 1 runoff

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Local NewsAtlanta
May 14, 2022 On Common Ground News

Atlanta City Council to consider significant legislative Items May 16

    ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council will consider legislation during Monday’s meeting on May 16 outlining increased oversight, accountability, resident participation, and a commitment to improved project delivery for the “Moving Atlanta Forward” infrastructure initiative (Legislative Reference No. 22-O-1369). The full Council meeting will be held in person at 1 p.m. in the Council Chamber […]
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Local NewsRockdale
May 14, 2022 On Common Ground News

Candlelight vigil set May 16 for Rockdale County Deputy Walter Jenkins, Jr.

  CONYERS, GA—A  candlelight vigil will be held in memory of Rockdale County Sheriff’s (RCSO) Deputy Walter D. Jenkins, Jr. on Monday, May 16, 7:30 p.m., in the parking lot of the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office, 911 Chambers Drive, Conyers. Deputy Jenkins was killed after being struck by a vehicle while directing traffic in a […]
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Local NewsDeKalb
May 13, 2022 On Common Ground News

Lullwater Road closure on May 16, construction to replace DeKalb County stormwater pipe

  DEKALB COUNTY, GA– On May 16, a portion of Lullwater Road Northeast, between The By Way Northeast and North Decatur Road, will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., while crews work to replace 24-inch-diameter stormwater pipe. Traffic will be detoured to Oakdale Road. This section of Lullwater Road NE will reopen on […]
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Local NewsAtlanta
May 12, 2022 On Common Ground News

Georgia leader Dee Dawkins-Haigler nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

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Local NewsAtlanta
May 11, 2022 On Common Ground News

Georgia Department of Revenue to begin issuing special, one-time tax refunds

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May 11, 2022 On Common Ground News

The Great Art Hunt takes place in Macon on May 14

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May 11, 2022 On Common Ground News

OP/ED: Georgia Governor, State schools chief must make underfunded schools top priority

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May 12, 2022 On Common Ground News

New Georgia sites added to National Register of Historic Places

  ATLANTA—Georgia recently added four new listings to the National Register of Historic Places. As the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), the Historic Preservation Division (HPD), housed in the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, administers the National Register of Historic Places program in Georgia. Nominations for listings are in line with HPD’s mission of promoting […]
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Explore
May 11, 2022 On Common Ground News

The Great Art Hunt takes place in Macon on May 14

    MACON, GA–Explore downtown Macon on Saturday, May 14, at the Great Art Hunt fundraiser to support The 567 Center and its mission of bringing creative life to downtown Macon. The event kicks off at The 567 Center, 456 First Street, where participants can stop by between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. to pick up their […]
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ExploreDeKalb
May 9, 2022 On Common Ground News

Emory University Science Gallery to launch with interactive, inaugural exhibition ‘HOOKED’

  ATLANTA— Science Gallery at Emory University will launch its inaugural exhibition, “HOOKED: When Want Becomes Need,” on May 14 at Pullman Yards in Atlanta’s historic Kirkwood district. The free, world-class, interactive experience blends science, art, technology, and design to provide a visually compelling and thought-provoking look at the world of addiction and recovery. “HOOKED” […]
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