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DeKalb ICEO Lee May responds to corruption allegations in special report

By Valerie J. Morgan

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eKalb County Interim CEO Lee May said he has no plans of stepping down, despite allegations of widespread corruption leveled by former Georgia Attorney General Mike Bowers and special investigator Richard Hyde, who are demanding his resignation. May said he would only step down at the will of the DeKalb people.

“I’m not resigning. Now if the people of DeKalb— the taxpayers, the residents of DeKalb—ask me to step down—then absolutely, that’s something I’m willing to do,” May said during a Sept. 30 news DeKalb County Interim CEO Lee May addresses the media at a news conference on Sept. 30 in conference.

Decatur.

Meanwhile, Gov. Nathan Deal able expenses and misconduct and bottled water to trips and and has called for the GBI to review

by DeKalb officials—from May money donated to charities. the special investigators’ report, borrowing money from Morris According to the report, “The and May said he welcomed the Williams, former chief of staff, loan Mr. May received from Mr. review as well. to the rank and file spending Morris Williams is in violation The 40-page report cites taxpayers’ money on items that of the county Organizational Act, scores of examples of questionranged from cigarette lighters which states that no member of

the county governing authority shall directly or indirectly receive a loan for himself if he recently has been, or is now involved in, any official act or action directly affecting the lender…”

May said he never received money from Williams.

“I stand by my statement that I never received any money or loans associated with the $4,000 check,” May said of the allegations concerning Williams.

The report also raised as an area of concern, $222.71 May spent on a spa treatment and $37.45 on movies while attending a conference in Hawaii last year. May said he paid for those expenses and others out of pocket during the trip.

“The only thing the county paid for was a two-night stay at the hotel. The report said: “We found that many elected officials fail to understand or follow the simple dictate of the Georgia See Corruption page 6

Rockdale authorities believe former co-worker killed Goodwill worker over complaints

Pamela Harmon

By Joshua Smith

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makeshift memorial is growing at the Goodwill Donation Center in Conyers. People are dropping off bouquets of flowers in remembrance of 57-year-old Pamela Harmon, who was shot to death on Sept. 29 by former co-worker Brandon Lamar, 28.

Lamar was killed later that day in a shootout with West Virginia state troopers while on the run, the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office said.

Investigators say they believe Johnson was upset at Harmon for filing complaints against him that caused him to be trans-

Photos by Joshua Smith/OCG News Flowers and kind words pour in for 57-year-old Pamela Harmon.

ferred to a different Goodwill center.

“I was blessed with the privilege of working with Pam and I am truly grateful to

have had the opportunity to know her. I will keep her family in my prayers, said Adam Paynerr. “I have nothing but good things to say about her. I

think she was not only a good worker at this store but a great woman to me and other people in the community.”

Harmon was shot and killed outside the Goodwill in a South Rockdale shopping center at the intersection of Ga. Highway 20 and Oglesby Bridge Road. A passerby found her body lying facedown in the parking lot around 8:20 a.m., said Sgt. Andy Arnold. Authorities believe she was on her way to work.

Goodwill officials said they could not comment on the nature of the complaints Harmon filed against Lamar, referring questions to the Rockdale County Sherriff’s Office. Sgt. Arnold said the complaints did not involve sexual harassment but could not discuss the matter further.

Investigators reviewed video surveillance tapes to develop Lamar as the suspect and put out an alert for him. Several hours after shooting Harmon, Johnson was spotted in West Virginia by state troopers who pulled him over. He reportedly got out of his Dodge Intrepid and refused to drop his gun and was shot and killed, according to West Virginia authorities.

Rockdale Sheriff Eric Levett said it is unfortunate that a sense-

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Two challengers in showdown for State House District 92 race

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Doreen Carter

Sherri L. Washington

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ithonia resident Doreen Carter and Conyers resident Sherri L. Washington are poised to square off again for

the State House District 92 seat. The Nov. 3 special election will be held to replace Tonya Anderson, whose two-year term expires in December 2016. Anderson is running for a Senate seat on

Nov. 3.

Carter and Washington ran against one another for the House seat in 2012. Both say they are prepared to hit the campaign trail and stomp for votes. As acquaintances, the two Democrats have worked closely together on a number of collaborations and both have drawn support from many of the same political and social circles.

House District 92 includes portions of DeKalb and Rockdale counties.

Anderson, who was elected in 2012 to the House seat, resigned to run for Senate District 43, which has eight other contenders. That special election, like House

District 92 race, also will be held on Nov. 3.

Carter qualified on Sept.

30, the day qualifying , to run for the House seat. Up until that point, the race was uncontested. Washington had qualified on Sept. 28. Qualifying ended at noon today.

Carter was the Democratic nominee for the Georgia Secretary of State in 2014. She previously served on the Lithonia City Council.

Washington ran for House District 94 in 2010 before the boundaries were redrawn creating House District 92. An attorney, she is a partner at Roseberry and Washington LLC in Rockdale.

Forum for House District 92, Senate District 43 set for Oct. 8 A forum for House District 92 and the Senate District 43 races will be held Thursday, Oct. 8, 6:30 p.m., at Macedonia Baptist Church, 1052 Barton Street, Conyers.

The forum is being hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Chi Tau Omega Chapter; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Conyers Covington Area Alumnae Chapter; East Metro Orchids; NAACP Newton County Branch, National Council of Negro Women Rockdale/Newton Section and NewRock Legal Society.

Voters in House District 92 and Senate District 43 will

have the opportunity to learn about the candidates’ platforms before early voting begins on Oct. 12.

Senate District 43, formerly represented by Ronald Ramsey, who was appointed as a judge in DeKalb County’s new traffic court. Senate District 43 covers portions of DeKalb, Rockdale and Newton counties.

House District 92, formerly represented by Tonya Anderson, covers portions of DeKalb and Rockdale.

For more information on the candidate forum, email eastmetroforum@gmail.com.

Rockdale Democrats, Democratic Divas set Senate District 43 forum The Rockdale Democratic Party and the Democratic Divas are hosting a forum for the Democratic candidates running for Senate District 43 seat.

The forum will be held Saturday, Oct. 17, 1 p.m. at the

Party’s headquarters, 1264 Parker Road, Conyers.

Valerie Morgan, editor of On Common Ground News, will serve as moderator.

Debra Russell named Rockdale County’s Teacher of the Year

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By Joshua Smith

packed crowd turned out at the Rockdale Career Academy for the announcement of Rockdale County’s 2016 Teacher of the Year.

Debra Russell, a 27-year veteran who is in her eighth year of teaching at Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology, was selected to represent the Rockdale County School System at the Sept. 29 ceremony. Also honored during the program were 21 other teachers who have demonstrated excellence in the classroom. Russell, who holds a doctorate degree and a National Board certification, teaches science and biology.

“This really is a great honor. It’s really humbling. Rockdale County is one of the best places to work,” said Russell. “These students sitting in my classroom are someone’s valued treasure. The biggest thanks goes to the parents who allow us the opportunity to share in the lives of their children.

The opportunity to share in the development of these valued treasures is the reason why I teach.”

Russell thanked all of the principals for whom she has worked, co-workers, parents of the students she has taught and her husband, Dennis Russell, an educator who has been her mentor.

Russell was selected from among two other finalists: Angela Kretschmar, who teaches at Hightower Trail Elementary, and Sophia Bradley, who teaches at Lorraine Elementary. A panel of three judges reviewed written applications and conducted interviews and classroom visits to choose the winner.

Russell was praised by her boss at Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology (RMSST).

“Dr. Russell has exceptional classroom abilities. Students respond to her excitement in the classroom. She is a perfect fit for RCA,” said RMSST Principal Debra Arnold. “She teaches each child with a smile on her face and meets each child where they are at. The tenacity she exudes for

Photos by Joshua Smith/OCG News Rockdale County Teacher of the Year Debra Russell addresses a packed auditorium as she talks about her career. Debra Russell poses proudly with her husband, Dennis, for photos after being named Rockdale’s Teacher of the Year.

her job is amazing.”

For her work, Russell was showered with several gifts including a $500 check from the Rockdale County Public Schools Foundation, a $500 Kroger gift card and a three-day, two-night paid vacation to the King and Prince Resort on St. Simons Island. Russell also received a proclamation from the Rockdale Board of Commissioners naming Sept. 29 “Dr. Debra Russell Day” in the county.

All 22 teachers who were recognized by their individual schools as Teachers of the Year were showered with gifts from several local businesses.

“These teachers have exhibited both in and out of the classroom, compassion, kindness, under-

standing and yes genuine love for their students,” said Rockdale County Public Schools Superintendent Richard Autry. “As superintendent, I stand proud to recognize these teachers who truly deserve our appreciation for their hard work and dedication.”

Russell has been married 35 years to her husband, Dennis, a retired educator from Georgia Perimeter College who teaches math part-time at Heritage High School in Rockdale. Away from the classroom, she enjoys swimming, riding bikes, taking walks with her dog and spending time with family. The Russells have two sons and four grandchildren.

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Clarkston welcomes all to food truck festival

Coming Up

The City of Clarkston will host a food truck festival on Saturday, Oct. 10, noon – 4 p.m., in downtown Clarkston on Market Street at the intersection of Vaughn Street and North Indian Creek Drive.

The event includes several food trucks, live music, face painting, family games and bounce houses.

“Come be a part of our history and enjoy great food, music, entertainment and fellowship. It will be fun for the whole family,” said Mayor Ted Terry. “We will have a wide variety of food truck options to accommodate everyone. Everything from Creole/Cajun, Mediterranean and smoked turkey dishes to made-fromscratch desserts like peach cobbler and more.”

Some food truck participants include the Refuge Coffee Truck, Ice Ice Lady, Sweat Jeanius, C’est Ton Bon, B2 Street Eats and Brooke Lynn’s Own Sticks & Cones. For more information, call 404-296-6489.

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Zombie costume, ‘haunted’ trail in Duluth Woodruff Park bike-in movie to feature “E.T.”

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he City of Atlanta’s Downtown Improvement District is hosting a “Bike-In Movie” screening of Steven Spielberg’s 1982 classic, “E.T.,” on Friday, Oct. 9, 8 p.m., at Woodruff Park, 91 Peachtree St., N.E., Atlanta.

The community event is being held to encourage bicycling and networking among the biking community. The networking starts at 7 p.m. and the movie starts at 8 p.m.

The movie tells the story of Elliott (Thomas), a lonely boy who befriends an extraterrestrial, dubbed “E.T.,” who is stranded on Earth. He and his siblings help it return home while attempting to keep it hidden from their mother and the government. The concept for the film was based on an imaginary friend Spielberg created after his parents’ divorce in 1960.

Popcorn will be provided. Food Trucks will participate as well. The event will be hosted by Atlanta City Councilmember Kwanza Hall.

Don’t have a bike to ride for the Mobile Social event, but you’re interested in trying it out? You can visit www.connectatlantadowntown.com for more information on how to rent a free bike for the event. 404-658-1877.

ATLANTA

Gallery 72 film screening to focus for human rights On Thursday, Oct. 8, 6 p.m., Gallery 72, 72 Marietta St., N.W., Atlanta, will host a free screening of “Made in Europe.”

The 2008 movie directed by Inan Telmukuran gives an in-depth look into stories of Turkish people living in three European cities: Madrid, Paris and Berlin.

Most are illegal immigrants, and while seeking for permits or living in hideouts they go through life dealing with humiliation, insecurities, betrayals and self-pity.

Organizers say the stories reflect the nature of the immigrant world, which turns the movie into something more than life in Europe. 404-546-6815.

DEKALB

Registration begins for DeKalb’s Jubilee of Reading The DeKalb County Public Library System is accepting registrations for the county’s 15th Annual Jubilee of Reading Book Club Conference.

The event will be held on Saturday, Dec. 5, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library, 2681 Wesley Chapel Road, Decatur.

Organizers say this is a big year for the Jubilee of Reading Book Club Conference as it celebrates its 15th anniversary. New York Times bestselling author Nea Simone will be the keynote speaker. Authors Deborah Johnson, Akinyele Umoja, Dolen Perkins-Valdez and other writers who have shared their stories at the conference over the last 14 years will join her.

The late Doris K. Wells, a librarian at DeKalb County Public Library for over 30 years, and her daughter, Tami Thomas, will be honored. In 1983, Wells began the annual Kwanzaa Awareness Festival, a major holiday event at the library, library officials said She also began the Jubilee of Reading Book Club Conference along with her daughter, Tami, in 2000.

Registration deadline is Saturday, Nov.14. The free event is open to the first 100 registrants.

Sponsors and supporters for this year’s jubilee include: The Friends of Scott Candler, Stonecrest and Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown libraries; Doris Wells Memorial Fund; Scott Candler P.A.C.T Book Club; Imani Literary Group; Deborah Johnson; Angela Reid and Nea Simone.

Register online at www.dekalblibrary.org or call 404-508-7190.

Gwinnett County will host the “Howell at the Moon Zombie Walk and Fun Run” on Saturday, Oct. 17, 6 – 9 p.m., at the Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth.

Families are invited to come dressed as a zombie and be prepared to walk or run with the living dead along the haunted 1.25-mile paved trail.

Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes and pumpkin carvings, so you can bring your pre-carved pumpkin with you ready to show your skills. Participants can also enjoy “Zombie Zumba,” music, games, food and shop with other vendors.

All ages are welcome. For more information on this free event, call 678-2770900.

H2O conservation workshop offered to homeowners The Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources will host a free workshop for Gwinnett homeowners, “Homeowner H2O: Water Conservation,” on Thursday, Oct. 15, 7 – 8 p.m., at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, Conference Room C, 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville.

The workshop will provide the knowledge and tools you need to increase water efficiency in your home. Attendees will receive a low-flow retrofit kit, outdoor water efficiency kit, do-it-yourself home water audit guide, and information on how to apply for Gwinnett County’s toilet rebate program.

Advance registration is requested by emailing your name, address, and phone number to dwrconserve@gwinnettcounty.com or calling 678-376-7126.

ROCKDALE

Third annual Pink Pooch Parade supports breast cancer awareness The third annual Pink Pooch Parade and Festival will be held on Sunday, Oct. 4, 1 - 5 p.m., at the Rockdale County Annex, 1400 Parker Road, Conyers.

The parade and memory walk with your pooch dressed in its pink attire will be a half mile on the PATH trail around the facility ending in pet contests and an auction.

The festival features local businesses, artists, health professionals, veterinarians, pet bakeries, pet professionals and crafts.

Proceeds go to the Pink Patriot Team participating in walks in Atlanta that support breast cancer awareness.

The event is hosted by Rockdale Commissioner Oz Nesbitt and features “DJ Scottie” and the “Just 4 Fun Crew” on the stage performing live.

Registration is $25 and includes a T-shirt. For more information, visit www. pinkpoochparade.com or contact Tara Huchel-Nestich at pinkpoochparade@gmail. com.

Rivers Alive seeks participation and volunteers Students looking to gain volunteer hours and the community at large are invited to lend a hand to beautify Rockdale County by signing up for the 2015 Rivers Alive event, which will be held on Saturday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Pine Log Park Pavilion, 1500 Highway 138, Conyers.

Volunteers will receive lunch, and a T-shirt, while supplies last, for their work. Cleanup supplies are provided.

Property owners in unincorporated Rockdale who participate are eligible to receive a five percent credit on their next Rockdale County Stormwater Utility bill.

Sponsored by Keep Conyers-Rockdale Beautiful, the event helps prevent the pollution of the County’s rivers, streams, creeks, lakes, and wetlands. KCRB encourages civic and neighborhood groups, businesses, Scout troops, churches, youth groups, individuals, businesses and families to participate in the countywide cleanup.

In recent years, the cleanup has removed tons of garbage from areas around the County.

Last year, more than 200 volunteers, including 122 youths, removed tons of garbage and 14 tires from several locations throughout the county and covered 5.81 miles of waterways.

The deadline to sign up is Monday, Oct. 12. Registration is available at www.rockdalecounty.org, by email at kcrb@rockdalecounty.org, or in-person at 958 Milstead Ave., Conyers.

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DeKalb County Fire Department hosts 13th Safety Festival The DeKalb County Fire and Rescue Department will host the 13th Annual Fire Safety Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3, noon – 4 p.m., at Rehoboth Baptist Church, 2997 Lawrenceville Highway, Tucker.

The festival will feature a fire safety house, fire and life safety exhibits, toucha-truck, bounce houses, face painting and caricatures, food trucks, giveaways, kids activities and tips on CPR. Representatives from the U.S. Coast Guard, DeKalb County Police and Safe Kids Georgia will also participate.

You can also try your luck at practicing a firefighter’s physical agility by climbing the department’s inflatable “Jacob’s Ladder.” Or you can compete in the Citizen Fire Olympics where you will compete in a tire drag, search and find activity and a hose roll.

Stone Mountain seeks vendors for citywide yard sale The City of Stone Mountain, 875 Main St., Stone Mountain, will host a fall yard sale at the Pavilion and Lawn near Main Street from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17.

“We host a spring and fall yard sale to assist members of the community with the inevitable task of cleaning things out,” said City Council member Susan Coletti. “And these days, everyone has old cell phones or TVs that are much better off being recycled rather than going into a landfill. We are happy to provide this opportunity for our citizens.”

An electronics dumpster will be available behind the Train Depot on Main Street.

Spaces are available for rent and are $10 for a 10’x10’ space on the lawn or $20 for a 10’x10’ space under the pavilion.

If a resident is interested in participating in the “Yard Sale Trail,” the cost is $5 to be included on the trail map. Shoppers will receive a list of “Yard Sale Trail” homes when they arrive at the lawn.

The form for participation is available for download at www.stonemountaincity.org under “Permits.”

More information is available by contacting City Hall at 770-498-9894 or Susan Coletti at 404-444-5607 or ssc5417@bellsouth.net.

DHS partners with UGA to improve nutrition access for older and disabled adults ATLANTA – Older and disabled adults now have greater access to nutrition assistance in Georgia, thanks to a new process that accounts for their medical expenses.

Georgia has become the 17th state to receive approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Services to use a Standard Medical Expense Deduction when determining food stamp eligibility for older and disabled adults.

The new eligibility policy takes effect immediately and covers applicants who are aged 60 or older or who meet the disability criteria established by the Social Security Administration.

By applying a standard deduction of $185 for older and disabled adults, Georgia will be able to provide more nutrition assistance to those most in need.

Additionally, Georgians who are known to have high medical costs will no longer need to report itemized monthly expenses when applying for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), traditionally called food stamps.

To be eligible for the deduction, older and disabled adults applying for food stamp benefits must prove monthly medical expenses exceed $35.

The newly-approved policy will affect approximately 27 percent of the 1.8 million Georgians receiving food stamps in Georgia. It is the result of a partnership between the Georgia Department of Human Services and the University of Georgia’s (UGA) College of Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS).

“The approval of the standard medical deduction goes a long way toward improving food access for our older and disabled Georgians,” said Bobby Cagle, Director of Georgia’s Division of Family and Children Services, which administers SNAP in Georgia. “Not only will members of these populations receive more in benefits, but the improved process will help our staff process their cases faster.”

Dr. Jung Sun Lee, associate professor in the Department of Foods and Nutrition in UGA’s College of Family and Consumer Sciences, said the new policy will streamline the approval process and decrease the burden on older adults.

Lee and her colleagues, Grace Bagwell Adams, an assistant professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management in the College of Public Health, and Vibha Bhargava, adjunct assistant professor in the FACS Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics, along with officials from the Department, led the five-year effort to obtain approval for the deduction.

“Older adults are traditionally less likely to apply for and receive the food stamp benefits they deserve for a number of reasons, and, typically, only a third of eligible older adults participate in SNAP, compared to 67 percent of all eligible individuals,” Lee said. “By streamlining the approval process, we will decrease the burden placed on older adults applying for food stamps. We believe this is just one of the many ways we can reduce food insecurity, and we will continue to collaborate with the Department to improve food access to those Georgians who are most in need.”

To address issues with senior hunger in the state, Georgia has made senior nutrition and increased access to food for older and disabled adults a priority.

“Correcting the problem of senior hunger is an issue we can all get behind,” said Dr. James Bulot, director of the Department’s Division of Aging Services. “Being able to use the standard medical deduction in food stamp eligibility processes will offer much needed nutrition to older adults, who often have difficulty choosing between medical care and good nutrition. We applaud UGA for their partnership in addressing this often overlooked need.”

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City of Atlanta names new director in the fight to end homelessness

Cathryn Ferrigno Marchman

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he City of Atlanta has announced that Cathryn Ferrigno Marchman has been named executive director of Partners for H.O.M.E. (Housing Opportunities Made for Everyone), a nonprofit focused on preventing and ending homelessness in Atlanta. She will begin work with PFH on Oct. 12.

“I am excited to announce will serve as the first executive director of Partners for H.O.M.E.,” said Mayor Kasim Reed. “Cathryn and I are united in our shared vision and commitment to ending and preventing homeless in the City of Atlanta. With her leadership and Peter Aman’s guidance, Partners for H.O.M.E. will build on the success my Administration has had in housing homeless veterans and will utilize the flexibility of a public-private partnership to meet our ambitious but necessary goals.”

Partners for H.O.M.E. will serve as the support vehicle for the Atlanta Continuum of Care (CoC), which brings together local providers to address homelessness in Atlanta. Specifically, Partners for H.O.M.E. will work to

secure private and public funds for programs, align service providers to federal policy priorities and coordinate homelessness efforts across the community. Former City of Atlanta Chief Operating Officer Peter Aman serves as Chairman of the Board.

“I am thrilled to welcome such an accomplished, capable and passionate leader to help fulfill the mission of Partners for H.O.M.E. by developing and implementing effective strategies to prevent and end homelessness,” said Aman. “Cathryn brings not only a wealth of experience and knowledge to her new position, but also a deep understanding of the complex socio-economic and mental health challenges and opportunities in our city underlying the issue of homelessness.”

Marchman has extensive experience as a licensed clinical social worker providing direct services to individuals in need. She most recently served as the Legal, Policy and Compliance Officer for Saint Joseph’s Health System in Atlanta. Prior to this role, she was the Behavioral Health Coordinator for Mercy Care, Inc., and the Program Director for City of Refuge. Marchman graduated from the Georgia State University School of Law in 2008, Hunter College School of Social Work in 2001 and was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 2012.

Partners for H.O.M.E. will initially operate out of Atlanta City Hall.

The organization will seek to become a designated fiscal agent by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The process can take up to five years.

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Constitution.” May has gone on the radio, denouncing the report. He told V-103-FM listeners on Oct. 1 that he told Bowers he was given a job to do in 120 days and when he was instructed to complete the report by Aug. 26, “things went South very quickly.”

“They began leaking stuff to the media. They began having unapproved interviews with the media. They sent out a memo saying DeKalb is ‘rotten to the core’. … After that meeting, it was all about money,” said May, adding he doesn’t believe the report was worth the $850,000 the county has been billed so far. May said the county is holding $200,000 and will be “having some discussions about it.”

“I want some of it back,” said May, saying he regretted hiring Bowers and Hyde.

“Hindsight is 20 -20. But when you make a decision, you’ve got to own it and I own it. Clearly, it was a mistake but it was not a mistake to pursue tying to root out corruption.

About half of the things in the report, we already knew.”

Bowers tells a different story, saying in the report that after meeting with May on Aug. 5, it was agreed that the final report would be delivered Oct. 6 to May and the Board of Commissioners. The next day, May sent a letter saying the report was due on Aug. 25, the report said.

“We were very clear with Mr. May that this investigation could not be completed by his new “deadline” due to many other matters we needed to conclude. He terminated this investigation, while knowing there were hundreds of other interviews to conduct and thousands more documents to review,” Bowers and Hyde said in the report.

He (May) terminated this investigation, while knowing there were hundreds of other interviews to conduct and thousands more documents to review,” the report said.

DeKalb Commissioner Mereda

Davis Johnson, who was elected in July to fill the District 5 seat that May once held, said the Board of Commissioners must go over the report thoroughly and then take action.

“We have to Mereda Johnson take the report seriously,” said Johnson. “I do not believe, however, that DeKalb is rotten to the core, but I will say that we have to make some significant changes.”

Johnson said she believes the county must have a written ethics code and she plans to take a leadership role in seeing that it gets one.

“I’m an attorney and I know that certain expenditures cannot be made based on case law. But others may not know what they can’t spend taxpayer money on,” said Johnson, adding that one of the things that stands out in the report to her are the numerous examples cited in the report for donations to nonprofits and charitable entities.

The report said, for example, Commissioner Jeff Rader gave Park Pride Atlanta $20,000 and $6,275 to the DeKalb Historical Society; Commissioner Sharon Barnes Sutton gave $1,000 to Africa’s Children; Commissioner Kathie Gannon gave $1,800 to the Druid Hills High School Athletic Foundation; Commissioner Larry Johnson gave $3,000 to Pathways Community Network.

The report said that donations to charities violated the state’s Constitution’s gratuities clause, which forbids governments from giving away assets without receiving anything in return.

Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett and Elaine Armstrong, director of Public Relations for Goodwill of North Georgia, address the media at a news conference on Sept. 29 in Conyers.

less act of violence claimed Harmon’s life.

“She was always pleasant. I’ve had some dealings with her donating to this particular Goodwill location. When I arrived there, she was

always welcoming,” said Levett. “From interviews with others, we have learned that she was like that with everyone, pleasant to all.”

Harmon, who lived in Covington, had worked at the Goodwill store for 11 years, a store official said. Harmon was an Army veteran, a wife and mother to two adult children and raising her two nephews ages 12 and 10, according to a Go Fund Me page started online by family members.

Elaine Armstrong, director of Public Relations for Goodwill of North Georgia, said many feel the loss of Harmon.

“Obviously our entire team is very shocked and devastated by the loss of

Staff writer Joshua Smith contributed to this report.

Interim CEO Lee May sets town hall meetings to discuss report

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ICEO Lee May

eKalb County Interim CEO Lee May will host a town hall series, “Let’s Talk DeKalb!” throughout the month of October.

May is hosting the community conversations to discuss recent reports of corruption in the county.

The five town hall meetings will be held from 6:30 – 8 p.m. and start on Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur. The second meeting will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at the Lou Walker Senior Center, 2538 Panola Road, Lithonia. The third meeting will be on Thursday, Oct. 15 at the Tucker-Cofer Reid Library, 5234 LaVista Road, Tucker.

The town hall meetings continue on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at the Derwin Brown Memorial South Precinct, 2842 H.F. Shepherd Drive, Decatur. The community conversations conclude on Thursday, Oct. 22, at Welcome Fried Baptist Church, 3198 Bouldercrest Road, Ellenwood.

For more information, call 404-371-2881 or visit www. dekalbcountyga.gov.

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Ms. Harmon. This is unusual for us at Goodwill. We’re a family and we are just devastated,” said Armstrong. “She was a longtime employee with us. She had a stellar work record and a great demeanor. We’ve heard from the community that she was a great employee and we are just saddened by this loss.

We ask that you continue to keep the Goodwill family in your thoughts and prayers.”

Harmon’s family is taking her death hard.

“We will miss her dearly. I’m at a loss of words. My heart is heavy right now. We were just making plans to do something together,” said Terri Reynolds-Chandler, one of Harmon’s sisters via the Go Fund Me page the family set up. “This was the kindest woman I ever knew. I love you, Pam, and I will hold a piece of you in my heart always.”

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“Heart of South” DeKalb showcases community, offers jobs

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loudy skies and rain couldn’t dampen the high spirits and community pride showcased at the Heart of South DeKalb Festival.

The festival, in its third year, was presented by DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson, on Sept. 25 in the parking lot at the Gallery at South DeKalb mal. In addition to vendors, the DeKalb County Watershed Management hosted a job fair as well. More than 500 jobs were up for grabs at the event.

DeKalb County State Court Traffic Judge Kiesha Storey and DeKalb Superior Court Judge JP Boulee were among several county officials who attended the festival. DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court Debra DeBerry gave away Macy’s gift cards, while DeKalb District Attorney Robert James danced to “Blurred Lines.”

“We really had a great time,” said Judge Storey. “I thank Commissioner Johnson for having us.”

Festival goers were treated to giveaways and cash drops in a money machine. The DeKalb County Police Department gave away bikes to children 8 and under.

Johnson also welcomed DeKalb County Schools Superintendent Stephen Green to discuss the progress of the school system and safety in the community.

“We were out there having fun and learning and giving people an opportunity to get to work, many of which are still recovering from the recession,” said Johnson. “Rain could not stop us. We all had a great time connecting with our neighbors and some great organizations.”

The event kicked off with a parade led by Johnson and other county officials to the music of the marching bands from Southwest DeKalb High and Ronald E. McNair High.

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Antioch-Lithonia to host fall festival and health expo Antioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church, 2152 Rock Chapel Road, Lithonia, will host a fall festival and health expo for the community on Saturday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The church’s Personal Support and Development Ministry, under the leadership of Cleta Marshall-Reid, is hosting the event.

Pastor James C. Ward says the free event has a goal to create a healthy congregation and community by providing education and prevention strategies that can be used in our everyday lives.

“More than 20 vendors and activities will offer health information that addresses challenging medical issues,” said Pastor Ward. “We are putting special emphasis on the health of youth and have planned a program of exercise and physical activity that can help them develop habits for long-term health

benefits.”

Some of the vendors for the health expo include Emory University’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, the Spa at Stonecrest, Stell Mill Fitness, Body by Vi, LA Fitness and the Georgia Prostate Cancer Coalition. , The American Diabetes Association and Mercer University are teaming up to offer blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screenings. Right From the Start Medicaid will be giving information on proper breast-feeding procedures.

The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Office and other vendors will be doing healthy cooking demonstrations. There also will be food, activities for kids including firetruck and police touch-a-trucks.

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Peace Lutheran celebrates 60 years of ministry Peace Lutheran Church, 1679 Columbia Drive, Decatur is celebrating its 60th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 3, 11 a.m.

The church choir will perform at 1 p.m. From 2 - 4 p.m., a number of events are planned to fellowship. The church will host a “Feast of the States” food festival, The Charlie Elliott Center birds of prey presentation, a youth servant event where youth will be cutting out swatches for quilting.

At 4 p.m., the church will have an ice cream social with popcorn and

viewing of the Rosa Young documentary. Young, an African American, championed the Lutheran church, establishing congregations and schools in Camden, AL, one of which is the Concordia College in Selma, Alabama.

The community is invited to participate in Peace Lutheran’s anniversary.

The church will have a special celebration on Sunday, Oct. 4, 10:15 a.m., with choir performances and liturgical dance.

Love Life’s pastor marks 30 years in the pulpit Love Life Christian Fellowship Church, 3980 Panthersville Road, Ellenwood, is celebrating its pastor, the Rev. Grace C. Washington’s 30th anniversary as pastor.

A banquet will be held Thursday, Oct. 10, at the Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel. There will also be a special worship service on Sunday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m., at the church. Pastor E. Dewey Smith of Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church (The House of Hope) will be the guest speaker for the service.

The anniversary theme is “A Journey of Grace Filled with Promise, Power, and Purpose.”

“We are simply ecstatic to mark

this major milestone in our Pastor’s ministerial journey,” said Susan Flemister, coordinator of Love Life’s Servant’s Heart Ministry. “In the process of standing the test of time, Pastor Washington has come forth as a resilient and brilliant example for those in ministry, especially women. We are extremely proud of our Pastor. She deserves every ounce of love and appreciation that is being bestowed upon her.”

Rev. Washington has done mission work in the Virgin Islands, China, Soweto (South Africa), Ghana (West Africa), and Bethlehem. She has authored five books, and built a focus on marriage and the family.

Faith-Based News & Inspiration

Hillcrest Church of Christ to host 20th Ladies’ Inspiration Day Hillcrest Church of Christ, 1939 Snapfinger Road, Decatur, with host the 20th Annual Ladies’ Inspiration Day on Saturday, Oct. 10, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

“Growing Gracefully, Willfully and Knowledgeably in Christ” is the theme of the event. Organizers say the day of praise and fellowship is guaranteed to lift your spirit.

Attendees will have the chance to explore the significance of maintaining an intimate relationship with God in their development as Christian women.

“This is a particularly special year as the Hillcrest congregation celebrates two decades of hosting this spiritually-enriching experience,” said Angels Mullins, who is helping coordinate the event.

A continental breakfast will be served at 8 a.m. and lunch will be provided as well.

Advance registration is required.

Register at www.hillcrestcoc.net/ladiesday.htm or call 404-289-4573.

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Millers Chapel Baptist Church sets clothing give away Millers Chapel Baptist Church, 2285 Millers Chapel Road, Conyers, is hosting a clothing give away on Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Gently-worn garments will be given away to anyone who would like the clothing. Clothing for all ages will be available. 678-413-9520.

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Rockdale school system rolls out thousands of laptops for students

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ockdale County is moving forward with plans to equip every student and teacher in the school system with a laptop or I pad— technology school officials say will enhance learning and prepare students for the future.

Last month, Salem High School students received laptops to take home. Students at Heritage High School and Rockdale County High are expected to receive theirs in the next couple of weeks, said Rockdale County Public Schools’ spokesperson Cindy Ball.

Ball said a total of 5,600 laptops would be distributed to students in grades 9-12 under the three-year E-SPLOST IV (Spe-Students at Salem High School say they love their new Dell laptops and the computers have made life easier for cial Purpose Local Option Sales them in and out of the classroom Tax) technology program.

Last year, the SPLOST funded 3,760 “I actually helped make the name player and put it on another jersey,” said I pads for students in pre-K through tags for the laptop bags so I saw the Dobbs. “The laptops also offer games third grade to use in the classroom. excitement building. The laptops really like Asphalt 8 and Piano Tiles, where Next school year, students in grades help us with homework, check grades students can play against each other and 6-8 will receive laptops, followed by and just keeping up with class assignstay connected socially when we are students in grades 4 and 5, officials said. ments and projects without worrying at home. Pretty much everybody has The Rockdale County Board of Edabout a pile of papers,” said Morris.

Asphalt 8 on his or her laptop.” ucation approved the purchase of more “I’ve also used Adobe Photoshop on the than 8,700 laptops in May. The Dell laptop to make T-shirts designs for some The school system began its techlaptops were purchased at a total cost of clubs at the school.” nology initiative, “Learning Reimag$4.8 million from E-SPLOST IV funds.

Daniel Dobbs, a sophomore at Sained,” more than two years ago with Superintendent Richard Autry said the lem, says the students at the school are careful planning to include upgrades to school system is saving $2 million by very thankful for the laptops and he’s infrastructure, professional learning for purchasing the computers in bulk, rather using his for all sorts of things. teachers, and digital citizenship training than under state contract pricing.

“I’ve been working on a lot of things for teachers, parents, and students.

Matthew Morris, a senior at Salem, in Photoshop and Illustrator. I want to “Learning Reimagined and our said he loves all the things that he can do get into graphic design; like today I figone-to-one technology plan have been with his new laptop. ured out hot to take off a jersey from one part of our system’s strategic plan and

our vision for the district for several years,” said Superintendent Autry. “We are proud to say that vision is now a reality and our students will benefit from the hard work, planning and resources which led us to this day. We are grateful for the community’s support of E-SPLOST which has enabled us to be a leader in transforming teaching and learning in the classroom using technology.”

In addition to the laptop purchases, the school board agreed to contract with Lexicon Technologies for deployment services and a warranty for all of the computers and a warranty for the student computers. These services will cost the school system $1.165 million and will be paid for from E-SPLOST IV funds.

The warranty includes a pool of “float” laptops that students can use when their laptop is in need of repair, which Autry said will provide cost-savings to the school system. The three-year warranty includes 24-hour response for repairs and pickup and drop off at each school. The total cost of the warranty per laptop is $156.

The deployment service includes delivering the laptops to the designated schools; installing programs; engraving of the Rockdale County Public Schools logo onto the devices to mark them as property of RCPS; providing asset tagging; and installing Computrace security software on appropriate devices.

Deployment will cost the school system $867,672.

The Rockdale School System is comprised of three high schools, four middle schools and 11 elementary schools.

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Movers & Shakers in the Community

DeKalb Chamber President Katerina Taylor receives Connector Award

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eKalb County Chamber of Commerce President Katerina Taylor was recognized with the 2015 Connector Award from ProNetworker for her impact of connecting businesses through networking in September at the ProNetworker Summit at the Cobb Energy Center in Atlanta.

“The ProNetworker Summit was created to aid businesses across metro

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Atlanta connect through meaningful and profitable

platforms,” said Corey Moore, CEO of ProNetworker. “It was an honor for our group to recognize Katerina Taylor for her accomplishments. She exemplifies our mission to connect people through networking.”

Taylor was praised for her networking skills to nurture existing relationships with corporate companies and small businesses to better address the needs of the business

community.

“I am honored to have received this award,” said Taylor. “DeKalb Chamber relies on relationships in order to continue to understand and advocate for the business community.

This award is a small piece of validation that the work we’re doing at the Chamber is making a difference.”

Under Taylor’s leadership, the DeKalb Chamber has grown the number of

monthly memberships, increased the number of participants at program by 35 percent, and is ahead of budget by 40 percent over 2014, according to the organization’s web site.

Taylor says the DeKalb Chamber has also re-established its committees to connect business and community leaders and engage them to play a role in shaping DeKalb’s future. www.dekalbchamber.org.

Atlanta honors “Weepin” Tommy Brown for 60 years in music

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he Atlanta City Council honored Atlanta native “Weppin” Tommy Brown for more than 60 years in the music industry.

“Through the years, Georgia has produced a wide variety of popular Rock, Soul and R&B artists such as The Allman Brothers, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, James Brown and Gladys Knight, but when it comes to singing the Blues few can compare to Weepin’ Tommy Brown,” said Councilmember Julian Bond, who presented Brown with a proclamation. “After fans sought a return in his musical career, Brown made a comeback in 2001, recording and performing around the world in various

Blues festivals. On May 6, 2015, Brown was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in Memphis.”

Brown, 84, has been an entertainer of all trades: blues singer, songwriter, dancer and comedian. He began performing as a dancer when he was in the first grade. He started recording in 1950 and sang (and sobbed) on the No. 1 hit “Weepin’ and Cryin’” with the Griffin Brothers in 1951.

During his long performance career, Brown’s singles have included “Atlanta Boogie,” “Baby Don’t Leave Me,” “Fat Hardy’s Tardy,” a “Gambler’s Prayer” and others.

Brookhaven tourism manager wins awards at Motorcoach event

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ity of Brookhaven Tourism Manager Mike Vescio recently won two awards at the Georgia/Alabama and South Central Motorcoach meeting at Lake Lanier in Buford.

Vescio won “Marketplace Associate of the Year” and for the second year in a row, “Associate of the Year.” He was among more than 400 tour oper-

ators and city group leaders from six states who attended the conference.

“My role with the city is to put heads in the beds of Brookhaven hotels and to promote special events and I proudly bring these awards back to Brookhaven,” said Vescio. “I look forward to bringing more bus groups and revenue to Brookhaven.”

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Elisabeth Omilami inducted into Black College Alumni Hall of Fame

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lisabeth Omilami, CEO of Hosea Helps, was officially inducted into the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame in recognition of her work in the field of Community Service in September.

Omilami joins a distinguished list of more than 300 Hall of Famers who have been enshrined into the Hall of Fame since 1986, including such notables as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. Benjamin E. Mays, Walter Payton, Leontyne Price, Chief Justice Thurgood Marshall and Oprah Winfrey.

Omilami has been CEO of Hosea Helps since 2000. The organization has been in existence

since 1971. The organization has provided a number of services such as rent assistance, medical support, transportation, nutritional services and more to Atlanta families as well as internationally. Hosea Helps is dedicated to helping individuals in need. Each year, the organization feeds thousands of people.

“I have consistently been committed to the welfare of those in my community, nationwide, and internationally,” said Omilami. “With events such as the Labor of Love Job Fair, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holiday dinners, Hosea Helps will continue to make a difference in the Atlanta community.”

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