DeKalb County.
county in Georgia, United States
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What's happening
Active this week
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Brookhaven leases land to DeKalb County for the construction of a new fire station at Blackburn Park.Some support1 report
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State Senator Jones visited Geraldine in DeKalb County to provide grants, where FoodLand stores are located.Some support1 report
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Georgia Power serves the county area of DeKalb County, and Matthew Kent is serving as the company spokesperson.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Storm remnants of Isaias caused flash flood warnings and power outages in DeKalb County, Atlanta.Some support1 report
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Decide DeKalb, a guide, aims to strengthen the local economy within DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Stone Mountain City Council supported a tax increase proposal to be approved by the Georgia General Assembly.Some support1 report
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Storm drain system in DeKalb County carried diesel fuel into the South River.Some support1 report
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New state hospital planning and behavioral health oversight are underway in Georgia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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DeKalb County has begun the process of commissioning a new jail project through a Request for Proposal (RFPQ).Some support1 report
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Smithville and DeKalb County jointly funded a project for downtown lighting.Some support1 report
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Severe weather caused flash flooding warnings in Forsyth and DeKalb County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Local government body in DeKalb County handles civil matters.Some support1 report
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Political developments in DeKalb County include a race for Commission District 3 and current service appointments.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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A race for the County Commission District 2 is taking place in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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DHS documents raised concerns about non-citizen voting in Cobb and DeKalb counties, with commentary from Dan Freeman.Some support2 reports
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Andrea Smith is running for DeKalb County Commissioner and is affiliated with the Republican party.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Federal policy shifts cost-sharing responsibilities related to urban agriculture sites located in DeKalb County, Georgia.Some support2 reports
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Demonstrations are taking place in DeKalb County, while representatives from China are expected to visit Fort Wayne.Some support1 report
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A bureau statement was issued originating from DeKalb County on September 9, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Tennessee Correctional Institute advises on jail deficiencies in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Political gatherings are being held in DeKalb County, Alabama.Some support1 report
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A bridge project is affecting the county area in Brookhaven, DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Trees Atlanta, DeKalb County, and a commissioner are involved in a new partnership focused on increasing the tree canopy and updating relevant ordinances.Some support1 report
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DeKalb County is now using Flock Safety cameras for surveillance purposes.Some support1 report
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Candace Sneed works with DeKalb Pro Bono in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Stonecrest is situated within DeKalb County, which is part of the greater Metro Atlanta area.Some support1 report
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The entities involved include the administrative fact that South Fulton is part of Fulton County, the location of DeKalb County in Georgia, and a report from the CDC on the earliest West Nile season start.Some support1 report
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Turner's organization is operating cooling centers in Atlanta, and DeKalb County is partnering to operate cooling stations.Some support1 report
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Tenisha Warner filed lawsuits in DeKalb County and Los Angeles.Some support1 report
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Power outages are currently affecting Metro Atlanta residents, specifically in DeKalb County, prompting assistance from the American Red Cross.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating an attack on the headquarters of the Control Data Corporation (CDC) in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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DCEDA partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority for a new grant program in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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An officer deployed in the Marine Corps to Afghanistan.Some support1 report
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Local TV station reports on county judicial proceedings in DeKalb County.Some support2 reports
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Fitch lowered the outlook on county bonds for DeKalb County, involving S&P Global Ratings.Some support1 report
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Jimmy Womack has been appointed to the board of commissioners for DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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City leaders in Brookhaven are discussing the financial viability of the area, which is located within DeKalb County, Georgia.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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A lawsuit was filed in DeKalb County, Georgia, regarding financial obligations.Well supported8 reports
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Fernando Hernandez Rocha faced original conviction for child molestation and failure to register as a sex offender in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Pressure is mounting to establish clear immigration protocols in DeKalb County, involving immigration enforcement entities.Some support1 report
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An operation providing solid waste services is currently active within the state of Georgia.Some support1 report
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Alan Ferguson is named DeKalb County's chief housing officer, and Terry Manuel is noted as being on the housing authority waiting list.Some support1 report
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Kroger closed in DeKalb County, coinciding with the International Economic Development Council defining local economic programs.Some support1 report
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Wilson experienced a fire in DeKalb County on July 3, 2026. This county includes Chamblee, where Cox Media Group operates.Some support1 report
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During the extreme heatwave, the City of Atlanta and DeKalb County are coordinating emergency responses by utilizing Hope House as a designated cooling center.Some support3 reports
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Bentley Hudgins is running for state lawmaker in Georgia, covering eastern Atlanta and southern DeKalb County.Some support2 reports
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A shopping center redevelopment project in DeKalb County involves a vacant anchor tenant, job creation, and a $3M grant.Some support1 report
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Publix will anchor a new Candler Crossing development in South DeKalb County, aiming to reverse disinvestment.Some support1 report
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Impeachment proceedings against Eleanor Ross have begun, following her nomination by Barack Obama and her tenure as a state court judge.Well supported3 reports
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The school board is considering a joint resolution involving Atlanta Public Schools.Some support1 report
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Around DeKalb County this week
News at the entities that move DeKalb County most-
Georgia StructuralAuburn and Cornell degrees are cited as inspiring agricultural careers, including cattle and dairy operations, in Alabama and Georgia.Moves DeKalb County
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Georgia Power StructuralGeorgia Power upgraded powerlines and poles on Tybee Island on October 13, 2026.Moves DeKalb County
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S&P Global Ratings TransactionalUzbekneftegaz, Uzbekistan's state-owned oil and gas company, is seeking higher credit ratings from S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings.Moves DeKalb County
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Flock Safety StructuralFlock Safety installed cameras in Lebanon, while legal and political debates regarding their use continue in Lebanon and Oklahoma.Moves DeKalb County
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Lee OperationalLeague of Women Voters hosted candidate forums for Warmenhoven and Lee, while county uses USPS for ballot retrieval.Moves DeKalb County
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Indiana StructuralAmbetter Health, a product of Centene Corporation, is expanding diabetes and asthma care plans across Louisiana, Indiana, Kentucky, and Alabama.Moves DeKalb County
Connections
The 40 strongest of 255, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Chamblee Structural
Chamblee is a municipality located within the boundaries of DeKalb County.
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Georgia Structural
DeKalb County is a governmental entity operating within the jurisdiction and laws of the State of Georgia.
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Jimmy Womack Structural
Jimmy Womack serves in the capacity of a commissioner for DeKalb County.
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Tucker Structural
Tucker's fire services were transferred to DeKalb County, which now provides emergency response services.
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Sunny Anderson Structural
Sunny Anderson serves as the appointed individual responsible for guiding and executing economic development initiatives within the jurisdiction of DeKalb County.
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Alan Ferguson Structural
Alan Ferguson serves as the chief housing officer for DeKalb County.
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Georgia Power Structural
Georgia Power provides essential utility services to DeKalb County, establishing a functional dependency.
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District 3 Structural
District 3 functions as an administrative subdivision within DeKalb County, with its commissioner participating in local development projects.
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Atlanta Operational
The two entities actively coordinate on shared services, including joint resolutions and operating cooling centers in the metro area.
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Brookhaven Structural
Brookhaven is located within DeKalb County and engages in formal operational and financial collaborations, including grants and land leases.
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Stonecrest Structural
Stonecrest is functionally located within the administrative boundaries of DeKalb County.
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S&P Global Ratings Transactional
S&P Global Ratings formally assessed DeKalb County by lowering the outlook on its county bonds.
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Ben Pepper Shared context
Ben Pepper is contesting for office within the governmental jurisdiction of DeKalb County.
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Flock Safety Structural
DeKalb County utilizes Flock Safety's system and cameras for surveillance purposes.
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Blackburn Park Structural
DeKalb County is constructing a fire station within Blackburn Park.
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Smithville Transactional
The two entities entered into a specific agreement to jointly fund a downtown lighting project.
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Hope House Transactional
The company's facilities are utilized by DeKalb County as a designated cooling center during periods of extreme heat.
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South River Shared context
DeKalb County's storm drain system introduced diesel fuel into the South River.
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Eleanor Ross Structural
Eleanor Ross previously served as a state court judge within DeKalb County.
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Tennessee Valley Authority Operational
The partnership between TVA and DCEDA exists to execute a specific grant program.
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Ted Terry Structural
Ted Terry functions as a Commissioner involved in ordinance updates for DeKalb County.
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DHS Structural
DHS formally designated DeKalb County as a jurisdiction for multi-lingual ballots.
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Lee Operational
Lee actively attempted to add an agenda item during a DeKalb County meeting.
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Candace Sneed Structural
Candace Sneed serves in a functional capacity with DeKalb Pro Bono within the jurisdiction of DeKalb County.
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City of Atlanta Operational
The entities actively coordinate emergency responses, such as during extreme heat events.
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Decatur Shared context
Decatur is a city located within DeKalb County, and the county provides services utilizing city facilities.
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Atlanta Structural
DeKalb County utilizes facilities provided by Atlanta for cooling centers.
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Indiana Structural
Entity A (Indiana) is the state that contains Entity B (DeKalb County).
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Alabama Shared context
Both entities are political subdivisions operating within a shared political context.
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Trees Atlanta Operational
Trees Atlanta and DeKalb County are partnered to increase the local tree canopy.
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Lindsey Crawford Shared context
Lindsey Crawford grew up in the south of DeKalb County.
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Emory University Operational
Both DeKalb County and Emory University are involved in a shared bridge project.
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Publix Shared context
Publix is forecasted to establish a major presence as the anchor tenant in a new development within DeKalb County's jurisdiction.
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WSB-TV Shared context
The local TV station operates within the context of the county's governance and judicial proceedings.
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Terry Manuel Structural
Terry Manuel relies on services provided through the Housing Authority, which operates within the jurisdiction of DeKalb County.
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Afghanistan Shared context
A connection exists via an officer who deployed from the county to Afghanistan.
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Ron Sparks Shared context
Ron Sparks is currently located within the jurisdiction of DeKalb County.
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state Shared context
The county serves as the geographical context for state officials operating within its boundaries.
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Jon Ossoff Shared context
Jon Ossoff cast his ballot while located within DeKalb County.
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Kent Shared context
Kent is a resident of DeKalb County.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
5 events- Brookhaven leases land to DeKalb County for the construction of a new fire station at Blackburn Park.
- State Senator Jones visited Geraldine in DeKalb County to provide grants, where FoodLand stores are located.
- Storm remnants of Isaias caused flash flood warnings and power outages in DeKalb County, Atlanta.
- Decide DeKalb, a guide, aims to strengthen the local economy within DeKalb County.
- Stone Mountain City Council supported a tax increase proposal to be approved by the Georgia General Assembly.
September 2026
14 events- Storm drain system in DeKalb County carried diesel fuel into the South River.
- DeKalb County has begun the process of commissioning a new jail project through a Request for Proposal (RFPQ).
- Smithville and DeKalb County jointly funded a project for downtown lighting.
- Local government body in DeKalb County handles civil matters.
- A race for the County Commission District 2 is taking place in DeKalb County.
- DHS documents raised concerns about non-citizen voting in Cobb and DeKalb counties, with commentary from Dan Freeman.
- Andrea Smith is running for DeKalb County Commissioner and is affiliated with the Republican party.
- Federal policy shifts cost-sharing responsibilities related to urban agriculture sites located in DeKalb County, Georgia.
- Demonstrations are taking place in DeKalb County, while representatives from China are expected to visit Fort Wayne.
- A bureau statement was issued originating from DeKalb County on September 9, 2026.
- The Tennessee Correctional Institute advises on jail deficiencies in DeKalb County.
- Political gatherings are being held in DeKalb County, Alabama.
- A bridge project is affecting the county area in Brookhaven, DeKalb County.
- Trees Atlanta, DeKalb County, and a commissioner are involved in a new partnership focused on increasing the tree canopy and updating relevant ordinances.
August 2026
9 events- DeKalb County is now using Flock Safety cameras for surveillance purposes.
- Candace Sneed works with DeKalb Pro Bono in DeKalb County.
- Stonecrest is situated within DeKalb County, which is part of the greater Metro Atlanta area.
- The entities involved include the administrative fact that South Fulton is part of Fulton County, the location of DeKalb County in Georgia, and a report from the CDC on the earliest West Nile season start.
- Turner's organization is operating cooling centers in Atlanta, and DeKalb County is partnering to operate cooling stations.
- Tenisha Warner filed lawsuits in DeKalb County and Los Angeles.
- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating an attack on the headquarters of the Control Data Corporation (CDC) in DeKalb County.
- DCEDA partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority for a new grant program in DeKalb County.
- An officer deployed in the Marine Corps to Afghanistan.
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July 2026
14 events- Georgia Power serves the county area of DeKalb County, and Matthew Kent is serving as the company spokesperson.
- New state hospital planning and behavioral health oversight are underway in Georgia.
- Severe weather caused flash flooding warnings in Forsyth and DeKalb County.
- Power outages are currently affecting Metro Atlanta residents, specifically in DeKalb County, prompting assistance from the American Red Cross.
- Local TV station reports on county judicial proceedings in DeKalb County.
- Fitch lowered the outlook on county bonds for DeKalb County, involving S&P Global Ratings.
- Jimmy Womack has been appointed to the board of commissioners for DeKalb County.
- A lawsuit was filed in DeKalb County, Georgia, regarding financial obligations.
- Fernando Hernandez Rocha faced original conviction for child molestation and failure to register as a sex offender in DeKalb County.
- Pressure is mounting to establish clear immigration protocols in DeKalb County, involving immigration enforcement entities.
- An operation providing solid waste services is currently active within the state of Georgia.
- Alan Ferguson is named DeKalb County's chief housing officer, and Terry Manuel is noted as being on the housing authority waiting list.
- Kroger closed in DeKalb County, coinciding with the International Economic Development Council defining local economic programs.
- Wilson experienced a fire in DeKalb County on July 3, 2026. This county includes Chamblee, where Cox Media Group operates.
June 2026
8 events- Political developments in DeKalb County include a race for Commission District 3 and current service appointments.
- City leaders in Brookhaven are discussing the financial viability of the area, which is located within DeKalb County, Georgia.
- During the extreme heatwave, the City of Atlanta and DeKalb County are coordinating emergency responses by utilizing Hope House as a designated cooling center.
- Bentley Hudgins is running for state lawmaker in Georgia, covering eastern Atlanta and southern DeKalb County.
- A shopping center redevelopment project in DeKalb County involves a vacant anchor tenant, job creation, and a $3M grant.
- Publix will anchor a new Candler Crossing development in South DeKalb County, aiming to reverse disinvestment.
- Impeachment proceedings against Eleanor Ross have begun, following her nomination by Barack Obama and her tenure as a state court judge.
- The school board is considering a joint resolution involving Atlanta Public Schools.