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On Common Ground NewsSeptember 28, 2018

Helping Hands Outreach Clinic, 2442 Lake Rockaway Road, Conyers, is hosting a series of workshops designed to teach individuals the basics of diabetes, how to self-manage diabetes, how to follow a diabetic-friendly diet, and therapeutic ways to manage stress, which can impact diabetes control. The first workshop, “An Overview-Diabetes 101,” was held on Sept. 18. […]

On Common Ground NewsOctober 4, 2017

It’s time to clean out those closets, cabinets, garages and attics. Pack up your household goods, toys, clothes, and other items and head to the community yard sale. The event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 21, 8 a.m. until 2 p.m., at the government annex building parking lot, 1400 Parker Road, Conyers. The fee […]

On Common Ground NewsOctober 3, 2017

Rockdale County residents are invited to an open house at Costley Mill to see the county’s newest park. The official grand opening is spring 2018, but citizens can tour the grounds, learn about planned improvements, speak one-on-one with the Board of Commissioners, and meet the Parks and Recreation staff at the open house on Saturday, […]

On Common Ground NewsOctober 2, 2017

Rockdale County Board of Commissioners (BOC) named Marian McDaniel, formerly the Assistant Fire Chief of the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department, as Rockdale County Fire-Rescue’s new Deputy Fire Chief. She began her duties today (Oct. 2). McDaniel brings nearly two decades of knowledge in public safety and emergency service to Rockdale County. Starting her career as […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 15, 2017

Crews at the Stonecrest Command Center set up transformers and other equipment needed to restore power to homes and business in DeKalb County. Photos by Glenn L. Morgan/OCGNews DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond has declared a local state of emergency in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. The tropical storm that followed Irma caused widespread damage throughout […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 14, 2017

Rockdale County Stormwater Utility is seeking volunteers to participate in the 2017 Storm Drain Stenciling Day on Saturday, Sept. 30, 8 a.m. to1 p.m., at Johnson Park Recreation Center, 1781 Ebenezer Road, Conyers. Registration for the event ends Sept. 22. The event will educate the public about the significance of stormwater and the serious impact […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 14, 2017

Written by Sheriff Eric Levett Many Rockdale residents were impacted in one way or another by the recent tropical storm that hit Georgia as a result of Hurricane Irma. From power outages to school closings, Rockdale was impacted and our community showed its strength and cooperation during the crisis. I am extremely proud of Rockdale […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 7, 2017

Officials at Piedmont Healthcare have signed an asset purchase agreement with LifePoint Health, the owner of Rockdale Medical Center, to make Rockdale the eighth hospital to join Piedmont’s Atlanta-based health system. The move comes nearly three years into a clinical affiliation between Rockdale Medical Center and Piedmont that has enabled Rockdale to open a new […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 7, 2017

Written by Rockdale Clerk of Courts Ruth A. Wilson This month, we decided to have a little fun in testing your knowledge about Rockdale County. By answering true or false to the questions below, you can determine whether you’re a local expert, well-informed resident or you need to get out more, based on your score. […]

On Common Ground NewsSeptember 3, 2017

Conyers Middle School are planning to show their support for victims of Hurricane Harvey. The school is collecting donations Sept. 5-13. Houston, Texas officials have reported thousands of people have been evacuated and are now in shelters in need of supplies. Conyers Middle is seeking donations of bottled water, canned food, coins, clothing and toiletry […]

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Helping Hands Outreach Clinic offers free diabetes workshop series

Rockdale sets community yard sale, fall fest

Public invited to Costley Mill Park’s open house

Rockdale Board of Commissioners names new Deputy Fire Chief

Irma hits DeKalb County hard

Volunteers needed for Storm Drain Stenciling Day

Rockdale’s Constitutional Corner: Rockdale County unites, shows itself strong during Irma

Rockdale Medical Center to join Piedmont Healthcare

Rockdale’s Constitutional Corner: How much do you really know about Rockdale County?

Conyers students rally to assist Texas flood victims

City of Stonecrest, City Council Work Session March 8, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Hendrickson promotes ‘Gwinnett Standard’ of Excellence in first State of the County Address

DeKalb Commissioner Larry Johnson honored during Asian American Advocacy Day

City of Stonecrest, City Council Work Session March 8, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Hendrickson promotes ‘Gwinnett Standard’ of Excellence in first State of the County Address

DeKalb Commissioner Larry Johnson honored during Asian American Advocacy Day