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September 12, 2021

DEKALB COUNTY, GA–DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson held a walk on the DeKalb Michelle Obama trail on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021 to remember the victims, survivors and families of the 9/11 attacks on the nation. Saturday marked the 20th anniversary of the horrific event, “a […]

July 4, 2021

June 17, 2021

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA—ON Saturday, June 19, \Gwinnett County government will join the United Ebony Society to celebrate Juneteenth — the oldest celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States — at 11 a.m to 4 p.m., at Rhodes Jordan Park, 100 East Crogan Street in Lawrenceville. This year’s Juneteenth festival includes historical presentations, […]

June 11, 2021

DECATUR, GA—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) DeKalb County branch is celebrating the Juneteenth holiday with organizations in DeKalb County at six different locations. Branch members plan to join celebrations at three AME churches as well as three cities that are hosting Juneteenth events: City of Decatur City of Clarkston City […]

April 28, 2021

ATLANTA—The Fulton County Library System has announced the reopening of the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History along with 32 branch libraries Library on May 4. The phased reopening plan calls for limited in-branch services such as browsing shelves, printing and computer use, twice per week, allowing for […]

April 28, 2021

Civil Rights Leader Xernona Clayton and The Xernona Clayton Foundation will join New Birth Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, May 1, at 10 a.m. during the church’s weekly food distribution at 6400 Woodrow Rd. in Stonecrest, GA. The Xernona Clayton Foundation will donate $5k to the food donation program in recognition of Clayton’s birthday. Last […]

April 1, 2021

ATLANTA – State Rep. Angela Moore paid tribute to former State Rep. Pam Stephenson, who previously served House District 90, through a morning order on the House floor and resolution presentation on March 25. In the spirit of Women’s History Month, Moore honored the life achievements and public service of Stephenson, commending Stephenson’s work […]

March 30, 2021

In recognition of Women’s History Month, the NewRock Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction (TLOD) celebrates chapter members who are history-makers in their own rights. Status of Women: Our Story, Our History highlights several members of the NewRock chapter who have been the “firsts” in their respective communities to serve in roles people of color […]

March 1, 2021

In honor of Black History Month, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) recognized four local sheriffs and a groundbreaking Georgia General Assembly secretary with Pioneer Awards for their service to Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District — and their work to break down barriers and make history in the state. “We are currently living in a pandemic, and […]

February 26, 2021

In honor of Black History Month, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) recognized four local sheriffs and a groundbreaking Georgia General Assembly secretary with Pioneer Awards for their service to Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District — and their work to break down barriers and make history in the state. “We are currently living in a pandemic, […]

Category: Special Events

DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson, community mark 20th anniversary of 9/11

Community Organizer Josie Dean hosts July 4 birthday bash

Gwinnett County, United Ebony Society unite tocelebrate Juneteenth

NAACP DeKalb to present “Why I Celebrate Juneteenth”

Fulton County announces phased re-opening of Auburn Avenue Research Library, 32 branches

The Xernona Clayton Foundation partners with New Birth for food distribution on May 1

State Rep. Angela Moore honors former Rep. Pam Stephenson as history maker

NewRock Top Ladies of Distinction honors local history makers during Women’s History Month

Congressman Hank Johnson honors local trailblazers with Black History Month Pioneer Awards

Congressman Hank Johnson honors local trailblazers with Black History Month Pioneer Awards

City of Stonecrest NOTICE - Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting, June 2, 2022

DeKalb County elections officials to recount Commission District 2 race on May 28

Melisa Mims appointed as Rockdale County’s new Public Relations Director

City of Stonecrest NOTICE – Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting, June 2, 2022

DeKalb County elections officials to recount Commission District 2 race on May 28

Melisa Mims appointed as Rockdale County’s new Public Relations Director