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FEBRUARY 6, 2016
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Georgia lawmakers “ G o R e d f o r Wo m e n ”
DeKalb school district regains full accreditation By Valerie J. Morgan
State Rep. Doreen Carter (third from left) joins Representatives Dewey McClain, Lawrenceville; Sheri Gilligan, Cumming; Taylor Bennett, Brookhaven; Beth Beskin, Atlanta; Rahn Mayo, Decatur; Betty Price, Roswell; and Kimberly Alexander, Hiram.
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tate lawmakers sported red at the Georgia Capitol on Feb. 4 in celebration of the American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” Day. State Rep. Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia) said supporting awareness and research about cardiovascular health is so important and she is sharing her own personal experience to make that point. “My grandmother died of a massive heart attack. My mother died in her sleep. I was fortunate to make it to the hospital in time for the doctors to stop the attack on my heart. However, it was discovered that I had a
100 percent blockage. Heart decease is truly the silent killer,” said Carter, who was hospitalized last year. “I am grateful to be alive to share my story.” Heart disease and strokes causes 1 in 3 deaths among women each year, killing approximately one woman every 80 seconds. Carter encourages citizens to make a donation to Go Red for Women in the remembrance of the families of those who died of heart attacks or strokes. She is also reminding women to exercise and schedule prevention check-ups.
The DeKalb County School District has regained its full accreditation, after three years of working to meet requirements outlined by AdvancED/ SACS, the district’s accrediting agency. Officials said the district’s status has changed from “Accredited Under Review” to “Accredited.” “I am proud of the hard work and diligent effort on the part of the teachers, staff, and the Board of Education to return the District to full accreditation,” Dr. R. Stephen Green said DeKalb Schools Superintendent R. Stephen Green. “The DeKalb County completion of the final three of 14 acSchool District will be relentless in sus- tion steps identified by AdvancED for taining the work completed and remain the district was submitted in December focused on the quality of instruction in 2015 and reviewed by an evaluation the classroom and thereby raise the bar team. for teaching and learning. Our students According to a letter from Adwill rise to the level of expectation vancED dated Jan. 28, 2016: “In recthat we set. We are locked in on this ognition of the progress made to date mission.” and acknowledgement of the continued The district was placed on prowork needed to sustain the Required bation in 2012 after AdvacED/SACS Actions, the Georgia AdvancED Counissued a report citing evidence of cil affirmed… that the DeKalb County financial mismanagement, a decline School District’s accreditation status in student performance and a board will be changed from Accredited Under that was divided along racial lines, Review to Accredited.” socio-economic levels and geography Melvin Johnson, chair of the among other problems. DeKalb Board of Education, said the An Institution ProgSee DeKalb Schools page 7 ress Report that addressed the
Rockdale firefighters cleared in cheating scandal
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ockdale County officials have cleared nine firefighter recruits accused of cheating on a national exam. The allegations of cheating on the National Registry EMT test included Rockdale, DeKalb, Gwinnett counties and the city of East Point. Investigations were launched after it was exposed that firefighter recruits had contact with the study guide and answers. The firefighters, however, didn’t realize they had copies of the actual test and passed the information to others as a study resource, officials said. After a thorough internal investigation associated with the DeKalb County Fire Rescue investigation of recruits allegedly cheating on the exam, Rockdale County Fire Rescue (RCFR) determined there was no wrongdoing from its personnel who had contact with the study guide. RCFR officials said they discovered there were nine firefighters who had contact with the study guide
- two in 2014, two in 2015 and five in 2016. Two of them informed their supervisors they believed they had a copy of the guide after news reports about the cheating allegation were exposed. “As soon as this story made the
news, I had Rockdale firefighters stepping forward to make sure our administration was aware they had this study guide in their possession,” Fire Chief Dan Morgan said. “Our firefighters proactively assisted in our investigation. I’m extremely proud of
their response and honor in wanting to protect the integrity of the Emergency Medical Technician testing process.” Rockdale officials said the firefighters were participating in a charity event in DeKalb in 2014 when EMT training and studying came up in conversation. They received a copy of the guide by email that March, thinking it was only a guide, nothing more, Rockdale officials said. The two firefighters forwarded, either by email or hardcopy, the guide to others in RCFR. Officials said they determined through the chain of transfer between the nine firefighters involved that in every instance, each of them thought the guide was a valid resource. Based on the statements from the RCFR firefighters and the facts of how the guide was obtained and passed along, no disciplinary actions have been deemed warranted for the possession of this document, officials said in a statement.
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DeKalb officials release latest report on health of county residents
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een pregnancy, smoking among youths and infant mortality rates are down in DeKalb County, according to the most recent data released by the DeKalb County Board of Health. The 2015 Status of Health Report in DeKalb, which provides a comprehensive community health assessment of county residents, shows that: • Teen pregnancy rates decreased by 31%. • Smoking rates for youth in DeKalb County decreased by 33%. • Infant mortality rates decreased by 30%. While the report has some positive trends that have taken place over the last five years, health officials caution that there still remains more work to be done in collaboration with its numerous commu-
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nity partners to improve the overall health status of county residents. Some areas that still remain challenging include: • Women had high rates of high blood pressure and stroke deaths compared to men. • Firearms were used in 39% of assault-related hospitalizations and 78% of homicides. • Pertussis (Whooping
Cough) cases increased every year. Data used in the report, which is distributed every five years, comes from both primary and secondary sources. The 2015 SOH report provides snapshots of the leading causes of illness and disease, hospitalizations and deaths, how those health problems rank both nationally and in Georgia, and what local, state or national resources are available to address the problems. “Healthy and active communities attract new businesses and people,” said Dr. S. Elizabeth Ford, District Health Director of the DeKalb County Board of Health. “We want to ensure that the data from the 2015 SOH report is widely distributed to partners to help support interventions such as early screening programs
for women or to support the building of new sidewalks, recreation centers or bike paths to increase physical activity.” Ford adds that community partners use the findings from the report to also develop policy briefs, new health programs and to better coordinate agency responses to such issues as youth violence, infant mortality and increased immunizations among elementary school-aged children. The 2015 SOH report can be found on the agency’s website at www. dekalbhealth.net. If community partners would like to pre-order a hard copy of the report or schedule a speaker to address highlights of the report, contact the DCBOH’s Health Assessment and Promotions, Office of Epidemiology and Statistics at 404-508-7851.
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RCSO pitches in to help with Flint water crisis
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ockdale County Sheriff Eric J. Levett said he was honored to meet Bobby Smith recently and has agreed to assist him in helping Flint, Michigan with its water crisis. Smith, who was born and raised in Flint, lives in the Atlanta area now and is on a mission to send 1,000 cases of water to Flint, where he has family members. Flint is dealing with lead poisoning in its drinking water supply. Sheriff Levett is inviting Rockdale residents to help out the Rockdale Sheriff’s Office(RCSO) by donating cases of bottled water. Water can be dropped off in the lobby of the RCSO Administration Building or the RCSO Jail. Arrangements can also be made for the RCSO to pick up bulk collections. The deadline for collections is Friday, Feb. 12. For more information, contact the RCSO at 770-278-8106 or 770-278-8115.
DeKalb Magistrate Court sets new schedule for wedding ceremonies
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hief Magistrate Judge Berryl A. Anderson has announced that wedding ceremonies have been expanded from two to five days in the Magistrate Court of DeKalb County. Magistrates are now available to conduct wedding ceremonies Monday through Friday, 1:30 to 4 p.m., on a first-come, firstserved basis at the DeKalb County Courthouse, 556 N. McDonough St., Decatur. “For many years, DeKalb Magistrate Berryl A. Anderson judges have performed courthouse weddings at no cost and without appointments, two afternoons each week,” said Judger Anderson. “We decided February, the month traditionally associated with love, was a fitting time to begin offering ceremonies on Monday through Friday.” There is no fee for this service and no appointment is necessary. The parties must present a valid marriage license, which can be obtained from the DeKalb County Probate Court. Questions regarding marriage licenses should be directed to the Probate Court at 404-371-3035 or 404-371-4900. For more information, visit www.dekalbcountymagistratecourt.com or call 404-371-4767.
Turner invites community to discuss Opportunity School District
Vickie B. Turner, who represents District 5 on the DeKalb County School Board, is hosting a meeting for the community to get up-to-date information on the governor’s proposed Opportunity School District. The meeting will be held on Thursday, Feb 11, 7: p.m., at the Lou Walker Center, 2538 Panola Rd, Lithonia.
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Coming Up
The hearing is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m. in the Fulton County Government Center Assembly Hall located at 141 Pryor Street, Atlanta. The schedule of proposed /amended fees are available on the Fulton County website at www.fultoncountyga.gov.
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Nature preserve offers Reading Rangers program to children
Oakland Cemetery to host African American history tours
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hroughout February, the Historic Oakland Foundation and City of Atlanta will host guided African American history walking tours at Oakland Cemetery, at 248 Oakland Avenue, SE, Atlanta. The hour-long tours will be held Feb. 6-23, starting at 1:30 p.m. The tours are free and open to the public, but space is limited. Stops along the tour include the final resting place of some of Atlanta’s black history pioneers, including Carrie Steele Logan, founder of Atlanta’s first orphanage for African American children; William Finch, one of Atlanta’s first African American city councilmen; Bishop John W. Gaines and Julia A. Gaines, pastor and First Lady of Big Bethel A.M.E. Church; and Maynard Jackson, Atlanta’s first African American mayor. For more information, contact Marcy Breffle at mbreffle@oaklandcemetery.com or 404-688-2107, ext. 16. Visit the cemetery’s website at www. oaklandcemetery.com/.
ATLANTA
How can you maximize your Social Security benefits? Attend a free session on maximizing your Social Security benefits on Feb. 9, 6 p.m., at the Atlanta Fulton County Library, One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta. Learn about benefits available as well as pitfalls to avoid. Open to all adults, especially seniors. For more information, call 404-730-1700.
ID theft prevention workshop set This upcoming workshop on Feb. 25, 6 p.m., will help you understand identity theft, ways to protect yourself and what to do if you become a victim. It will be held at the Atlanta Fulton County Library, One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta 30303. For more information, call 404-730-1700.
Race 2.0: How do we talk about race? How can we have productive conversations about differences? Please join a panel discussion on How do we talk about race in the 21st Century on Feb. 27, 12 p.m., at Druid Hills Presbyterian Church, 1026 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta. The conversation will be presented by True Colors Theater. Panelists include State Rep. Stacey Abrams and Doug Ammar, executive director of the Georgia Justice Project and other established and emerging voices in the community. David Vigilante, senior vice president of Legal for CNN, will serve as moderator. The free program is open to the public. For more information, visit the True Colors Theater website at www.truecolorstheatre.org.
Fulton seeks input on proposed fees for arts centers Fulton residents will have the opportunity to give their input about proposed fee increases and proposed rental fee schedules for Fulton County Arts Centers, Wolf Creek Amphitheater, and Land and Asset Management – Fulton County Airport at Brown Field.
DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs is offering a Reading with Rangers program every Saturday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. through December 2016 at the Davidson-Arabia Nature Center, 3787 Klondike Road, Lithonia. The program is free for ages 5 to 8 and teaches children about the varieties of plants and animals living in the nature preserve. Each month rangers will conduct indoor discussions and outdoor explorations based upon different monthly themes. Rangers will also teach the children about how animals and plants are interconnected and how humans play a role in preservation, conservation, and nature. Patrons are also invited to take a tour of the nature preserve. For more information, contact LaShanda Davis, Public Education Specialist, at 404-371-3643.
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What do you do with all your cooking grease? Learn how fats, oils, and grease from your kitchen can contribute to water pollution in nearby waterways. The free event takes place on Feb. 11 at 7 p.m., at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville. If you live in unincorporated Gwinnett County, the city of Lilburn, or city of Peachtree Corners, you may qualify for a maximum 5 percent credit on your storm water utility fee for the following year if you attend. Space is limited, so register in advance by providing your name, address, and phone number to dwrsreg@gwinnettcounty.com or call 678-376-7193.
Citizens Academy offers up-close look at county government The Gwinnett 101: Citizens Academy is accepting applications for its Spring 2016 class. Residents, students and business owners in Gwinnett who are accepted into the program get a first-hand look at how the county works and the chance to build a network with others who live, work, and learn in Gwinnett. Classes will be held on Thursdays, 6 to 9 p.m., beginning with an orientation on April 12 and ending with graduation and recognition by the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on June 28. You must be at least 18 years old and be a resident and/or business owner in Gwinnett or attend a Gwinnett college or university to apply. You must also have an interest in learning about county government and be able to attend all sessions. Class size is limited to 30 participants who will be chosen by a selection committee. Applications are available online at www.gwinnett101.com and must be received by Tuesday, March 1. For more information, contact Nicole Love Hendrickson at nicole.hendrickson@gwinnettcounty.com.
Henry Sen. Emanuel Jones to host town hall meeting State Sen. Emanuel Jones (D - Decatur) will host a town hall meeting Thursday, Feb. 11, 6-8 p.m., Stockbridge City Hall Council Chamber (Second Floor), 4640 North Henry Blvd., Stockbridge. The meeting, which is open to the public, is being held to discuss city charter changes and the Downtown Development Authority.
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Rockdale County Think Tank (RCTT) sets meeting Rockdale County Think Tank will meet on Saturday, Feb. 27, 12 noon – 2 p.m., at the Ruby Tuesday restaurant, 1714 Highway 138, Conyers. Josie Dean will lead a discussion on Rockdale’s General Primary Elections. For more information, call 770-369-1507.
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Help Conyers K9 Eddie get a life saving Kevlar vest
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onyers PD is inviting the public to “like” K9 Eddie’s photo on Facebook. The K9 with the most likes will win a K-9 Kevlar vest valued at $2,500 value. The Keeping K-9s in Kevlar nonprofit organization reached out to Conyers Police Department to include him in the photo contest after learning about Eddie’s hero story of rescuing a missing elderly woman in December. To like Eddie’s photo, go to: https://www.facebook.com/ KeepingK9sinKevlar/ Scroll down about 12 postings to find Eddie’s picture.
Georgia confirms first travel-related Zika case
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he Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is confirming the first travel-related case of Zika virus in Georgia. Testing was done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The non-pregnant individual traveled to Colombia between the end of December and the first of January and has made a full recovery. Tests are still being done on specimens from several other Georgia residents with travel history to areas where Zika virus outbreaks are ongoing. “It is extremely important that individuals who have traveled to countries where there are on-going Zika virus outbreaks keep guard against additional mosquito bites,” said Cherie Drenzek, D.V.M, state epidemiologist for DPH. “During the first week or so of infection, Zika virus can be passed from an infected person to another mosquito through mosquito bites. An infected mosquito can then transmit the virus to other people.” DPH cautions travelers, especially women who are pregnant, headed to countries where Zika virus transmission is ongoing: Brazil, Colombia, El Salvador, French Guiana, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Martinique, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Suriname, Venezuela, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, among others. The complete list of Zika-affected countries can be found at: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/ zika-travel-information. There are urgent concerns about Zika virus infection and pregnant women. Zika virus infections have been confirmed in infants with microcephaly and in the current outbreak in Brazil, a marked increase
in the number of infants born with microcephaly has been reported. Pregnant women or women trying to get pregnant should not travel to areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing. Pregnant women who have traveled to these areas should consult their physician immediately. Health care providers should ask all pregnant women about recent travel. Zika virus is primarily spread to people through mosquito bites. The most common symptoms of Zika virus disease are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red eyes). The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting from several days to a week. Severe disease requiring hospitalization is uncommon. Most people infected with Zika virus never know they are sick. Currently, there is no vaccine to prevent or medicine to treat Zika. Travelers should check CDC travel advisories for their destinations and take precautions to protect themselves from mosquitos: • Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants. • Use EPA-registered insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE), or IR3535 (use as directed). • Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear (such as boots, pants, socks, and tents). • Stay and sleep in screened-in or air-conditioned rooms. Officials say the number of Zika cases among travelers visiting or returning to the United States will likely increase. These imported cases could result in local spread of the virus in some areas of the country, including Georgia. For more information about Zika virus and current travel advisories, visit dph.georgia.gov or cdc. gov/zika.
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City of Atlanta Fire Rescue is recruiting firefighters
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he City of Atlanta’s Fire Rescue Department (AFRD) is accepting applications for its 2016 class of firefighter EMT-A (Emergency Medical Technician – Advanced) recruits. “If you are thinking about a career in the fire service, now is the opportunity to join a dynamic, best-in-class operation,” said Chief Joel Baker. “The hard-working professional men and women of the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department are a primary reason that Atlanta is one of only 19 cities in North America with a fire rescue department that is accredited by the Center for Public Safety Excellence and has a Class One Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating.” The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department accepts applications by mail and by delivery at Public Safety Headquarters at 226 Peachtree Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303. Individuals who submit their applications directly to AFRD must provide their applications in a file folder between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday until March 7, 2016. Applications can be downloaded and printed by visiting http://www. atlantaga.gov/index.aspx?page=1278. Individuals applying for employment with the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department must: • Be U.S. citizens. • Be 18 years or older. • Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license. • Have a high school diploma, GED or their equivalent as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. • Have an acceptable three-year driving record. • Successfully complete the Candidate Physical Ability Test, oral panel interview, ASSET examination, background investigation, Captain’s Interview, psychometric examination, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, and a medical examination. The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or gender. For more information, visit www. atlantaga.gov/fire.
APD is hiring police officers
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he Atlanta Police Department is now accepting applications for police officers. If you want to train and work alongside Atlanta’s finest, then apply today. Atlanta Police will be hosting job fairs every Friday during the month of February starting February 5. The job fairs will be held at the Public Safety Headquarters, located at 226 Peachtree Street, SW Atlanta, GA 30303. The job fairs will start promptly at 10:00 am. Experience is not required; however, all individuals applying for employment with the Atlanta Police Department must meet the following conditions: • United States citizenship or naturalization documentation • Minimum age of 20 (At least six months after your 20th birthday) • A valid driver’s license • High School diploma or GED certificate • Honorable or uncharacterized discharge from an military branch (if applicable) • Successful completion of the cognitive skills examination and personality assessment • Visual ability cannot be less than 20/100 in each eye uncorrected, and must be corrected to 20/20 with glasses, contact lenses or RK surgery • Medical examination required upon offer of employment For full details and requirements regarding employment opportunities, please the visit: https://www.joinatlantapd.org/ or call: 404-546-7650.
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Events Celebrating Black History Month
Atlanta Association of Black Journalists kicks off 40th anniversary celebration
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Nancy Guinn Library to host “One Day in January” photo exhibit The Conyers-Rockdale Library System is hosting a photo exhibit in celebration of Black History Month titled “One Day in January.” The exhibit will be displayed throughout the month of February during regular business hours at the Nancy Guinn Memorial Library, 864 Green St., Conyers. This photo exhibit chronicles the first celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, held at Ebenezer Baptist Church on Jan. 15, 1969, nine months after his death. This celebration received little national attention, but was attended by many notables in the
Civil Rights Movement including Ralph David Abernathy, Andrew Young, Harry Belafonte, Rosa Parks and many others. Horace Henry, a young college student attending Clarke College, just happened to have his camera that day and took over 40 black and white photographs. The “One Day In January” photo exhibit is now part of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Henry will discuss the exhibit on Feb. 20, 2 to 3:30 p.m. and sign copies of his book. For more information, contact the library at 770-388-5040, ext. 118, or visit www.conyersrockdalelibrary.org.
Library to screen “Loving Story” documentary
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he Atlanta Association of Black Journalists (AABJ) will mark the start of a year-long 40th anniversary celebration with its first Founders Reception and Talkback on Thursday, Feb. 11, 6-8:30pm, at Clark Atlanta University’s (CAU) Robert W. Woodruff Library Exhibition Hall, 211 James P. Brawley Drive in Atlanta. The Founders Reception and Talkback is open to the public for a $10 admission. Admission is $5 for AABJ members and all students with ID. Sponsored by the CAU Communications Department, the Founders event will be a celebration of Black History Month highlighted by a panel discussion of how AABJ diversified Atlanta media, the changes in the media industry and the organization’s rich history of mentoring young, aspiring black journalists. Panel members also will field questions from the audience. Moderated by Blayne Alexander, a reporter-anchor for 11 Alive, the panel will feature AABJ notable founders and leaders, including Stan Washington, Atlanta Voice editor; Hal Lamar, Atlanta Voice; Angela Robinson, executive producer and host of IN CONTACT; Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Ernie Suggs and Jennifer Matthews, an associate producer at CNN and Kennesaw State University instructor. Panelists will discuss “AABJ: The Next 40.” A reception in the Exhibition Hall will immediately follow the program. “We are excited about embarking on the celebration of AABJ’s 40th year,” said Cheryl Collier, the newly elected president of AABJ and producer at HLN TV. “I feel lucky to be in this leadership position at this point in our history. We’re going to meet the challenge of bringing a heightened awareness
The Nancy Guinn Memorial Library, 864 Green Street,Conyers, will present the “Loving Story” documentary on Feb. 9, 6 p.m., in the library meeting room (lower level). Set during the Civil Rights Movement, this racially-charged criminal trial and heartwarming love story shows how two ambitious lawyers brought about change during a historic Supreme Court ruling. To attend, register at 770-3885040 ext. 118, or visit online at www.conyersrockdalelibrary.org.
about AABJ not only to the Atlanta metro at-large, but also to black journalists in the Atlanta market who are members of the National organization but not yet local chapter members, following the likes of Jocelyn Dorsey and Monica Pearson who diversified our organization when they came in.” Condace Pressley, the 40th Anniversary Committee Chair, is The Nancy Guinn Memorial a love story between a young white a Marietta native and a past presiLibrary, 864 Green St., Conyers, in- confederate soldier and a slave girl dent of both AABJ and the National vites you to hear a powerful story of who was not owned by his family. Association of Black Journalists love, race and courage titled “Love The story is one that reveals the (NABJ). Manager of Programming Framed in Black and White on Feb. true meaning of courage and what Operations for WSB-AM and pro13, 2 p.m., ” Paula Wright, a seventh the power of love looks like against ducer and host of its Sunday show insurmountable odds. Perspectives, she was asked how she generation member of the Ramey family, will share how her inheriTo RSVP to attend, register at came to be named chair. tance of a treasure of family pho770-388-5040 ext. 118, or online at “I was volunteered,” she said tos began her amazing journey of www.conyersrockdalelibrary.org. proudly, “and I accepted because it discovery—a discovery that led to was the right thing to do!” AABJ immediate past presidents AJC writer Eric Stirgus (20142016), and Perfect Pitch Media’s Celebrate Black History Month by taking part in the Jubilee of Reading Tenisha Bell (2010-2014) also will for Children and African American Read-In Celebration on Feb. 20, 10 a.m. participate in the Founders proto 2:30 p.m., at the Scott Candler Library, 1917 Candler Road, Decatur. gram, along with Angela Robinson, The goal of this national initiative is to educate and raise awareness host and executive producer of IN about the African-American literary tradition to foster diversity, promote CONTACT, AABJ’s award-winning a love of reading and offer opportunities for academic and cultural enrichment. weekly news and public affairs talk The registration deadline is Feb. 12. To register, call 404-508-7190. show. Atlanta is the only NABJ Lunch will be provided. Sponsored by Friends of the Scott Candler Library, chapter with a locally-produced P.A.C.T Book Club, DeKalb County Public Library, Angela Reid and the television show, which helped AABJ Imani Literary Group. achieve Chapter of the Year in 2012. The Founders program will start the year’s series of happenings to Enjoy the tropics and listen to the sounds of a steel pan drum played by celebrate AABJ’s 40th year. Schedmusician and Trinidad native Don Clarke and his grandson on Feb. 13, 1 to uled events include: 3 p.m., at the Redan-Trotti Library, 1569 Wellborn Road, Redan. Saturday, June 11 – AABJ FamiLearn about the history of the steel pan drum and the integral part it ly Fun Day and Picnic plays in the culture of the Caribbean. This will be an interactive program. Patrons will have the opportunity to see, touch and play the steel pan drum. Saturday, Sept. 24 – AABJ Gala Funding provided by the Friends of the Redan-Trotti Library. honoring founders & pioneers For more information, call 770-482-3821. Thursday, Dec. 8 – AABJ holiday party and scholarship benefit The public is invited to participate in all occasions. For more The Atlanta Fulton Library will host a Black History Family Trivia information, follow Twitter - @ Night on Feb. 15, 5 p.m., One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta. AABJorg #AABJ40 or visit www. Families will play a game of trivia on the subject of Black History. Parents and children ages 4-12 are welcomed. For more information, call aabj.org. 404-730-1700.
Paula Wright presents love story framed in black and white
Jubilee of Reading book club sets celebration
Feel the Caribbean steel pan drum rhythms
Black History trivia night set for families
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America’s Funeral Director of the Year
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regory B. Levett, Sr., who was named the country’s Funeral Director of the Year by American Funeral Director magazine, was honored on Jan. 31 at St. Philip AME Church in Atlanta for his outstanding achievement. On Common Ground News Publishers Glenn DeKalb Schools continued from page 1
board and district officials worked diligently to restore the district’s full accreditation. “We could not have done this without the collaboration and cooperation of the Board and community working together to select Dr. Green as the leader of this District,” said Johnson. “Now, we can continue our number one focus on student achievement.” Hearing of the good news, DeKalb County Interim CEO Lee May applauded the district’s progress. “I would like to personally congratulate the DeKalb County School District and its past and present leadership for the remarkable strides made in regaining full accreditation. The tremendous efforts of our DeKalb County Board of Education, the Superintendent, teachers and administrators serve as a catalyst for positive change that affects the lives of 100,000 students countywide. As a parent of two DeKalb County students, I am elated by this development and look forward to the many accomplishments in store for our school district.” DeKalb County Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson, who represents District 5,also congratulated the district. “I was pleased to learn DeKalb County Schools had succesfully completed all requirements to improve their ranking to “accredited.” I applaud the many administrators, faculty, staff, students, and parents who work hard everyday to make our schools better,” Johnson said in a statement. “I look forward to supporting and working with DeKalb County Schools to improve the lives of our students, and all 700,000 DeKalb County residents.” In order to maintain accreditation, the system must conduct an internal review in preparation for an on-site review to be held during the 2016-17 school year. The new status expires June 30, 2017.
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DeKalb students celebrate National Signing Day
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Arabia Mountain had a solid signing class of seven players led by wide receiver eKalb County Malick Mbodj who will join schools celebrated Stephenson’s Michael Pitts as a 75 high school Bearcat at Cincinnati next fall. students who signed with Mississippi Valley State (Hall colleges and prep schools on of Famer Jerry Rice’s alma National Signing Day, Feb. 3. mater) picked up a pair of new Cedar Grove led the way Delta Devils in defensive back with a signing class of 13 Giovanni Ren and defensive as the school celebrated the lineman Daekwon Moultrie. group with a full assembly in Big Dunwoody offensive the gymnasium. lineman and heavyweight wresArmy All-American and tler Daniel Gothard takes his Class 3A All-State defensive blocking and academic prowess lineman and Defensive Player to the Ivy League as part of the of the Year Antwuan Jackson Pennsylvania University Quakwas one of the 13, but graders next fall. The Cedar Grove Saints had 12 football signees and a track signee. Front Row: L-R: Elijah Bandy, uated early and is already South Carolina State; Quan Bristol, Alabama Prep; Matthew Dubose, Arkansas Baptist; Adrian Fendell, McNair’s class of four State; Sedrick Jefferson, West Georgia; Larreon Jones, Arkansas Baptist. Back Row: L-R: enrolled at Auburn University Valdosta signees were led by defensive Antwuan Jackson, Auburn; Elysee Mbem-bosse, Michigan; Ervin Mills, Reinhardt; Jahvez Mitchell, for this semester. Jackson re- Johnson C. Smith; Labron Morris, South Carolina State; Zavier Williams, Elon; Jesse Reverio, Georgia back Christian Holmes, who is turned to make an appearance Military; Andre Burrell, Arkansas State (Track). Photo provided by iShootAtlanta Photography one of four SEC signees from with his teammates at Cedar (South Carolina); defensive lineman Tucker quarterback Garrett Rigby the district with a fall date as a Grove. Michael Pitts (Cincinnati); offensive leads eight Tiger signees as he beMissouri Tiger. Saints All-State linebacker Elysee lineman Tyler Johnson (Tulane) and comes one of two Ivy League signees Sixteen of the 75 signees stayed in Mbem-Bosse is moving North. He wide receiver Eric Elder staying close from the district casting his lot with state with their college selections with signed with the Michigan Wolverines to home at Georgia State. the Crimson of Harvard following in Reinhardt and Columbus State picked and All-State running back Labron Lithonia defensive end Jordan the footsteps of former Tiger and 2014 up four each out of DeKalb. Morris, who rushed for over 1,7000 Smith is headed to Florida, while Harvard team captain Norman Hayes. A group of 18 student-athletes two consecutive seasons to move two-sport stars (football/basketball) Rigby’s teammates, linebacker Tabar- signed with FBS schools including into the Top 10 All-Time Rushers in linebacker Ty Patterson and defensive ius Peterson and defensive lineman two each to Cincinnati, Kent State and DeKalb County history, is taking his back Ty’heem Freeman are headed to Cecil Stallings, head to the ACC as Louisville with seven of those going hard running style to South Carolina Hampton. part of the Louisville Cardinals. to Power 5 Conference schools. The State along with linebacker teammate Towers is sending nine players to Tucker offensive lineman Rahsaan SEC representatives include Auburn, Elijah Bandy. the next level (6 to Arkansas Baptist) Crawford may be traveling the longest Florida, Missouri and South Carolina. Lithonia and Stephenson both had and running back/defensive back Tor- distance of all DeKalb signees as he Michigan represents the Big 10 and 10 players sign. Four of Stephenson’s rance Marable is headed to Jonesboro, joins the Vandals of Idaho and wide Louisville out of the ACC had a pair signees went to FBS colleges includArkansas to play for the Red Wolves receiver Akeam Peters takes his talent of signees. ing defensive end Dennis Wonnum of Arkansas State. to the MAC to play for Kent State.
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ockdale County Public Schools marked National Signing Day on Feb. 3 with signing ceremonies celebrating the hard-working student athletes who received college and university sports scholarships and the tireless coaches and parents who helped them achieve their dreams. At Salem High School, 10 football players signed letters of intent and three more have offers but were undecided as of Feb. 3: Emmanuel Holmes, Alabama State University Davon Bigsby, University of Virginia at Lynchburg Zaiyid Cooper, Presbyterian College Robbie Cyrus, University of Virginia at Lynchburg Tyriano Green, University of Virginia at Lynchburg Robert Kimble, Southern University Robert Chambers, Jacksonville
State University Evan Jones, University of Illinois Gerald Walker, University of Virginia at Lynchburg TJ Jones, University of Virginia at Lynchburg (not pictured) Nick West, undecided (not pictured) Mark Jones, undecided (not pictured) Chandler Davis, undecided (not pictured) Rockdale County High School celebrated nine football players heading to college on scholarships as a large crowd of family, friends and supporters watched them sign their letters of intent: Kethone Robinson, Middle Georgia State Trevon Jackson, Middle Georgia State Aaron Harris, LaGrange Rodney Williams, Limestone College Tajee Steele, Delta State
Joseph Aulbry, SE Louisiana Prep Jacari Cameron, Coffeeville Community College Zuri Minnifield, Alabama Prep Heritage High School is sending six student athletes to colleges and universities on scholarships, in addition to two student athletes who committed to their schools earlier in the year. The students celebrated include: Christophe Page, Catawba College (football) Jaylon Davis, Reinhardt University (football) Conner Domaleski, University of North Georgia (soccer) Walter Patterson, Reinhardt University (football) Anthony Stanley, Catawba College (football)
Branden Lewis, North Carolina Wesleyan (football) Ta’lor Bynum, Calhoun Community College (softball) (not pictured) Kamryn Toney, Central Florida (softball) (not pictured, signed in November)
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College Park police seek public’s help in fatality of grandmother, two grandchildren
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fail to claim it and miss out on a refundable federal tax credit of up to ollege Park Police Detectives and Crime Stoppers Greater At$6,200. lanta are asking the public for information regarding the fatal car Georgia is one of 20 states plus crash that occurred Sunday morning, Jan. 31 in Atlanta. A reward the District of Columbia that have of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and formed state Free File programs, indictment of the person responsible. ensuring eligible taxpayers can file The suspect stole a Chevrolet Suburban limousine from its driver at the both their federal and state tax return Westin Hotel in College Park. A police pursuit then ensued into Atlanta, online for free. Since its debut in where the suspect crashed into an automobile at the intersection of South 2003, over 40 million taxpayers Congressman Hank Johnson Gordon and Rogers Avenue. A mother and her two grandchildren died as a have saved more than $1.3 billion ongressman Hank Johnresult of the accident. in tax preparation costs through the son (GA-4) is urging The College Park Police Department is committed to exhausting all IRS Free File program. eligible Georgia residents resources to identify and apprehend this suspect. “The Free File program helps to use the Internal Revenue Service Any information on the case can be submitted anonymously to the Georgia residents by ensuring they (IRS) or Georgia Free File program Crime Stoppers Atlanta tip line at 404-577-TIPS (8477), online http:// receive every credit and deduction to save money and time this tax www.crimestoppersatlanta.org or by texting CSA and the tip to CRIMES they deserve come tax season,” said season. In general, people earning (274637). Johnson. “This program is a prime $62,000 or less – 70 percent of all example of how the government and taxpayers – are eligible to use name- the private sector can work together brand tax preparation software prod- to provide helpful resources to the ucts to prepare and securely file their community.” tax return online at no cost through “We are so thankful to Congressthe Free File program. s Rockdale County’s strategic man Johnson for helping to spread Johnson recently attended a planning process continues, the word to community leaders the Board of Commissioners briefing at Clarkston Community and Georgia residents about how (BOC) invites citizens and businesses Center to support the Free File prothe Free File can mean a larger tax to provide feedback about the future of gram. The program is a partnership refund and more money saved this the county by completing a survey about between the IRS and 13 tax prepara- tax season,” said Dave Macklin of timely topics that affect them. tion software companies that provide the Computer & Communications The survey is designed to assist the BOC in developing a strategic plan that access to brand name software to Industry Association (CCIA), the will mirror the needs and desires of securely file their taxes at no cost. organization sponsoring the informacitizens, businesses and Rockdale stakeThe software uses a simple intertional event in Clarkston on Jan. 30. holders. The survey will focus on key view-style process to help identify issues such as health and public safety, CCIA is encouraging those who the credits and deductions for coninfrastructure, economic development, Commissioner Doreen Williams have used Free File to submit their parks and natural resources, and civic insumers. Each year, tens of thousands stories through its website: www. volvement. of taxpayers receive a smaller refund taxprephelp.org. The website conThose who provide their contact information at the end of the because they fail to claim all of their tains helpful information on Free survey will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 gift card once the eligible credits and deductions. For survey process concludes March 14. File. To access Free File, visit www. “This survey is an important step in providing an opportunity for the instance, estimates indicate up to irs.gov/freefile, or visit www.dor. community to share their valuable insight as part of this process,” Post 25 percent of people eligible for the georgia.gov and search “Free File 2 Commissioner Doreen Williams said. “We encourage residents and Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Alliance.” the business community to take 15-20 minutes to thoughtfully respond to this survey to help guide Rockdale County through the next decade and further.” The survey is available online at www.rockdalecountyga.gov or may be picked up at the following locations:
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Rep. Tom Rice will not seek re-election
Rockdale Water Resources – Customer Service 958 Milstead Ave., Conyers, 30012 County Administration & Services Building Lobby 958 Milstead Ave., Conyers, 30012 Board of Elections Office 1400 Parker Road, Lobby C, Conyers, 30094 HR Office Lobby and Board of Assessors Office 981 Milstead Ave., Conyers, 30012 Nancy Guinn Memorial Library 864 Green St., Conyers, 30012 Clerk of Courts Office 922 Court St., Conyers, 30012 Tax Commissioner’s Office 969 Pine St., Conyers, 30012 Veterans Services Office at J.P. Carr Services Center 983 Taylor St., Conyers, 30012 BOC Office 962 Milstead Ave., Conyers, 30012 Olivia Haydel Senior Center 1240 Dogwood Drive, Conyers, 30012 Johnson Park Recreation Center 1781 Ebenezer Road, Conyers, 30094
State Representative Tom Rice (R-Norcross), Chairman of the House Motor Vehicles Committee, announced that he will not seek re-election to the Georgia House of Representatives after 20 years of service as a state representative. Rice represents District 95, which includes portions of Fulton and Gwinnett counties. “I have been privileged to serve the legislative needs of the citizens of Peachtree Corners, Berkeley Lake, Norcross and parts of John’s Creek since 1997,” said. Rep. Rice. “During my time in the Georgia House I am glad to have been a part of the historic change in leadership that has allowed us to maximize the chance to improve the quality of life for our citizens. My retirement will provide opportunity for a new generation of leaders to bring their ideas for an improved state government to prominence.”
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Chairman Rice will retire following the 2016 legislative term, which will end when the General Assembly convenes for the 2017 legislative session. Chairman Rice plans to devote his time to fulfilling ministry opportunities with his wife Frances at Peachtree Corners Baptist Church where he serves as an Elder. Quoting Ecclesiastes 3:1: “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the sun,” Rice said he looks forward to the next season.
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Kingdom Family United sets appreciation days for RCSO
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ingdom Family United Ministries wants to show some love to the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office. This month, the church is celebrating Law Enforcement Appreciation Days and is inviting deputies to stop by for coffee, hot chocolate and doughnuts every Saturday in February from 9 to 11 a.m. “We as a church would like to show our support for the work and commitment put in daily by the men and women who wear the uniform of the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Department,” KFUM Pastor Jacques Fowlkes, Sr. said in a letter to Sheriff Eric Levett. “We thank you all for the efforts put forth to treat without prejudice, the citizens of our community.” Kingdom Family United Ministries is located at 2545 Georgia Highway 20 North in the former Roger Cannon Photography building.
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Messiah’s House Assembly to host ‘A Women’s Encounter’
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essiah’s House Assembly of God Church, 1683 S. Hairston Road, Stone Mountain, will host the “Selah-finding Rest for Your Soul, A Women’s Encounter” on Feb. 26- 28. The Women of Excellence will kick off the event on Friday, Feb. 26, 7:30 p.m. with praise and worship. On Saturday, Feb. 27, 10 a.m., experience the ministry of healing and restoration: food for the soul. Come early and enjoy the coffee bar. There will be prizes, a gift for every woman and lunch will be served after worship. On Sunday, Feb. 28, 11 a.m., join the worship celebration with the ministry of Mrs. Sherrie-Lynn Lilley. Rev. Hilary Findley is pastor. 770-9814136.
St. Paul AME set to host Parade of Hats, opens food pantry
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t. Paul AME Church, 1704 Stone Mountain-Lithonia Road, Lithonia, will host its Fourth Annual Parade of Hats and Luncheon on March 19, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come out for a fashion show featuring an array of beautiful hats just in time to usher in the Spring season. There will be live entertainment and vendors will be selling jewelry and other accessories as well as goods and services. Special invited guests include Mother Board representatives from various denominations, City of Lithonia Mayor Deborah Jackson and the Rev. Dr. Earle H. Ifill, Presiding Elder East Atlanta District. The guest speaker for the luncheon will be Valerie J. Morgan, Editor of On Common Ground News. Tickets for the event are $15 per person and are available by contacting the event’s coordinator Joyce Reid at 770-482-1571 or St. Paul AME at 770482-4361. The deadline to purchase tickets is Feb. 27. The church has opened its “Harvest of Eden Food Pantry.” The pantry is open every 4th Thursday of each month from 4-6 p.m. To pre-register, call 770-482-4361. Bring valid identification. The Rev. Dr. Cheviene Jones is senior pastor of the church.
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FEBRUARY 6, 2016 • PAGE 11 DEKALB COUNTY GOVERNMENT Advertisement for Thursday, February 4, 2016 Sealed bids will be received in the Department of Purchasing and Contracting, The Maloof Center, 1300 Commerce Drive, 2nd Floor, Decatur, Georgia 30030, for the following until 3:00 P.M. on date(s) designated below: REQUEST FOR SOLICITATION NO. 15-100644 16-500380 16-500381 16-500382
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