Commissioner Watson Supports TSPLOST

Watson said his decision was made "with some reservation"; calls the measure "a new investment strategy for South DeKalb."

Greg Pallen Seeks 4th District Seat

Greg Pallen, a businessowner in the 4th Congressional District, is among those challenging incumbent Hank Johnson for his seat.

McKinney Needs Petitions To Get On Ballot

The Green Party is collecting signatures so she can challenge incumbent 4th District congressman Hank Johnson, whose district includes Stone Mountain.

DeKalb County Work Readiness Workshops June Schedule

For job seekers, these workshops will give you an extra edge.

Ad Valorem Taxes Change Next Year

The Georgia General Assembly passed a tax reform bill that will change how and when you pay your ad valorem tax on your vehicle.

Stone Mountain City Council Meeting Notes

The council met Tuesday, June 5.

City of Stone Mountain Meeting Agenda

Council meets at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 5.

New Mast Arms and Signage Coming to the Stone Mountain CID

Crews are busy completing traffic signal and signage upgrades throughout the Stone Mountain Community Improvement District (CID).

Vernon Jones Runs For State House

He qualified for the Democratic primary in House District 94 -- in the far eastern section of DeKalb.

2 Challenge Burrell Ellis For CEO Job

Greg Pallen qualifies for the Republican primary for Congress.

TSPLOST Discussed at City Council Session

Rockbridge Road would undergo general improvements if the measure is passed, representative from Atlanta Regional Commission says.

U.S. Reps. John Lewis, Hank Johnson Face Challengers

Qualifying has started for upcoming elections.

Qualifying Starts Today for DeKalb Political Offices

Qualifying begins at 9 a.m. today and ends at noon on Friday, May 25.

Proposed Smoking Ban Stinks, Some Say

Members of the Stone Mountain city council and those in the audience at Monday's work session discussed the idea of limiting smoking in public places in the municipality.

CEO Ellis, Decatur Mayor To Give June 13 'Wireside Chat'

Residents are urged to sign up for a phone conversation with the leaders about the July 31 transportation referendum.

Stone Mountain CID Gets $20,000 Grant

Special district wants to create 2,000 new jobs new jobs by the end of 2013.

Driver's License Requirements Change July 1

To be fully compliant with the Federal Real ID Act of 2005, the State of Georgia is implementing new requirements when renewing or applying for a driver's license.

Tow Truck Contractor to Pay DeKalb $142,000

DeKalb Solicitor General's investigation concluded that Cymill Motors in nearby unincorporated Decatur had sold 336 vehicles at public auction without paying the county the profit from the sales over a two-year period, the office said.

Restrictions on Stop Light Fundraising? Town Hall May 17

Commissioners Stan Watson and Sharon Barnes Sutton will address the proposed restrictions on soliciting donations along state and county streets, medians and stop lights.

New Georgia License Plates Now Available

Registered vehicle owners may choose between traditional plate and a contest-winning design.

DeKalb County Supporting the Arts?

The DeKalb Creative Industries Task Force is conducting surveys on the state of the arts.

Stan Watson's Free Legislative Breakfast is May 5

On the agenda: 2012 legislative update from the DeKalb delegation.

Stone Mountain City Council Meeting Notes

The council met Tuesday, May 1.

Rep. Johnson: More Should Know About Foreclosure Prevention

Rep. Hank Johnson co-hosted the HomeSafe Georgia event Saturday at Salem Bible Church in Lithonia.

Gingrich to Exit Race Next Week

Fox News is reporting that sources inside his campaign say presidential candidate Newt Gingrich will end his campaign next week.

Can Cynthia McKinney Win? Will She Affect The 2012 Presidential Race?

The former congresswoman is running for Congress as a Green Party candidate.

Wind and Fire Advisories Issued for North Georgia

Most of north and central Georgia are under both a high wind as well as a fire danger advisory for most of the day and into the early evening hours on April 23, 2012.

Centerville Highway to Get Upgrades

Gwinnett County commissioners have approved $680,000 to install new traffic cameras to improve flow on Highway 124 through Snellville's Centerville area.

Stone Mountain City Considering Golf Carts

At Tuesday's work session, the city council and city manager talked about some of the details.

City Council Discusses Main Street Director Job

Main Street Stone Mountain has been without an executive director since earlier this year.

DeKalb Farmers Market Plans Massive Expansion

The retail space would go from 140,000 to 518,000 square feet.

Photos: Stone Mountain City Hall Grand Opening

The official public welcome drew residents, political and business leaders.

Last Chance to Meet Filing Deadline for 2011 Federal Income Tax Returns is April 17

File your 2011 federal income tax return by April 17 to avoid late penalties and interest.

Officials: Don't Parent Orphaned Wildlife

"Despite good intentions, young wildlife taken into captivity can lose their natural instincts and ability to survive in the wild," said John Bowers, the Wildlife Resources Division's assistant chief of game management.

Officer John William Turner is Remembered

Plaque honoring Officer Turner is presented to the city.

Last Day To Register for the Great DeKalb Cleanup

Registration for volunteers is due by 4:00 p.m. TODAY!

DeKalb's Public Works Engineering Supervisor Ogbu Pleads Guilty to Extortion

Fidelis Ogbu caught in scheme to extort money from a private contractor who was working with law enforcement officials.

New City Hall Grand Opening April 13

The city council held its first meeting there in February.

Meeting Notes: Dog Park Rules, Storm Repair Approved

The Stone Mountain City Council had its regular business meeting Tuesday.

Citywide Yard Sale in Stone Mountain May 26

Clear clutter and maybe make some dough.