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On Common Ground NewsSeptember 7, 2017

Stonecrest Mayor Jason Lary announced the city is adopting Port Arthur, Texas in response to the catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Harvey. He said the city is also preparing for relief efforts that might be needed as Hurricane Irma heads toward Florida and Savannah, Georgia. Lary and a team of Stonecrest officials were on the phone […]

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 […]

On Common Ground NewsAugust 30, 2017

Gov. Nathan Deal today outlined Georgia’s efforts to assist in Hurricane Harvey rescue and recovery operations in Texas. He also announced steps taken to help safeguard Georgians’ fuel supply during the aftermath of the hurricane. “On behalf of all Georgians, Sandra and I continue to pray for the victims of Hurricane Harvey as they continue […]

On Common Ground NewsAugust 29, 2017

The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office has opened a donation collection center for victims of Hurricane Harvey in Texas and along the Gulf Coast. Collections began today at the DeKalb County Jail and the agency’s headquarters at 4415 Memorial Drive in Decatur. The jail lobby is open 6:30 a.m. until 12 midnight and the headquarters lobby […]

On Common Ground NewsAugust 29, 2017

DeKalb Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is offering tips to local residents who would like to help victims of Hurricane Harvey, which unleashed catastrophic flooding in Houston over the weekend. At the request of DEMA’s emergency management counterparts in Texas, DeKalb offers the following tips: Do not send or transport unsolicited donations. Pay attention to agencies […]

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UPDATED: Stonecrest Mayor Jason Lary announces adoption of Port Arthur, Texas, preparation for Hurricane Irma

Conyers students rally to assist Texas flood victims

Deal outlines state response to Hurricane Harvey

DeKalb Sheriff’s Office rallies to assist Hurricane Harvey victims

DeKalb offers tips to aid Texas hurricane 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