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Good Samaritans provide free turkeys, meals for those in need
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ocal organizations are warming hearts and filling bellies this Thanksgiving through several initiatives. DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson and The Women in NAACP, DeKalb County branch are hosting their annual “Day of Service” turkey giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at the Gallery of South DeKalb mall, 2801 Candler Road, Decatur. Hundreds of turkeys will be distributed on a first-come, first served basis (one per household). Johnson said helping make the holiday special is something he looks
forward to doing every year. “This is another opportunity for us to bless families who are dealing with tough times,” said Johnson. Voices of Faith Ministries, under the leadership of Bishop Gary Hawkins, Sr., is providing care boxes and holiday meals to pre-selected families in need from schools in Stone Mountain and Conyers as well as extended stay motels and shelters. The church is not only delivering Thanksgiving Day boxes to needy families, but also providing schoolchildren with simple meal kits and snacks they can prepare while they are home during the holiday week.
Additionally, Just About Blessing You (JABY), Inc., Admiration Lodge 25 and Destination Manhood Collective are providing holiday turkeys to selected needy seniors and families who are members of Voices of Faith. The organizations plan to distribute the turkeys at each of the church's three worship services on Sunday, Nov. 18. “We have been blessed to be a part of the DeKalb Business Community for over 10 years and we just believe it’s our responsibility to give back, said Ceasar Gaiters, who is a member of Admiration Lodge 25. In Rockdale County, Board of Commissioners Chairman Oz Nesbitt
will distribute turkeys to seniors in need on Sunday, Nov. 18, 3 p.m., at the Olivia Haydel Senior Center, 1240 Dogwood Drive in Conyers. For those looking for a hot meal, Kingdom Builders Church, 1151 Flat Shoals Rd., Conyers will host its “Feed the Community” free Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosea Helps (formerly Hosea Feed the Hungry & Homeless) will serve Thanksgiving Dinner to the masses on Thursday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd., Atlanta.
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Miller Grove High wins 2nd Annual DCSD Wingfest
Flat or drum? Dry or wet rub? Hot, medium or mild? Sweet or sour? Traditional or creative? These are just a handful of questions culinary students from DeKalb County School District (DCSD) answered on Friday, November 2 as part of the district’s second annual DCSD Wingfest, sponsored by the Career Technical & Agricultural Education (CTAE) department. For the entire month of October, culinary students at 10 high schools— Warren Tech, Miller Grove, Clarkston, Columbia, Tucker, McNair, Arabia Mountain, Lakeside, Redan and Towers—have fired up grills, mixed spices, and worked as creative units to concoct the perfect chicken wing.
On November 2, teams from the schools came together at the Robert R. Freeman Administrative & Instructional Complex to test their results. DCSD staff tried one wing from each school before voting for their top three. According to Dr. Delmas Watkins, CTAE director for DCSD, Wingfest is an opportunity for students to not just test their cooking skills, but also skills involving customer service, management, crisis management, presentation, customer satisfaction. “What Wingfest does is allow students to showcase what they’ve been learning over the past few weeks. They’ve been practicing developing different flavors, they’ve been testing them at their schools. The flavors that
passed that test have made it here today,” Watkins said. “This gives our students a chance to have some realworld experience—to interact with customers, to deal with weather. As a school district, we want to prepare our students for everything there is to know about the restaurant business. They’re excited, and we’re proud of what they’re doing.” Some preferred Clarkston High’s creative approach with the “Fire & Ice” chicken wing, which paired a heavily spiced wing with a scoop of sorbet. Others preferred Arabia Mountain and Tucker’s traditional approach to wings, which gifted eaters’ taste buds with unique-but-familiar sauces. While considerably bold, Clarkston claimed last year’s trophy through
sheer creativity and the perfect pairing of flavors. In the end, Miller Grove High claimed the gold medal, with Columbia placing second and Arabia Mountain placing third. For Watkins, the event is a unique opportunity for everyone at the DCSD central office to celebrate student talent and indulge. “I didn’t eat breakfast this morning,” Watkins said the day of the event. “Today, my job is to taste every wing. I know the Superintendent has the highest job in the district, but I have the best job in the district. We’re very proud of what our teachers are doing and they’re proud of the student’s work, but we’re all proud our students are learning on a daily basis.”
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Conyers Walmart shoplifter stole pressure washer, other items effortlessly Conyers Police are asking the public’s help in locating the thief who stole a pressure washer and other items from the Walmart on Dogwood Drive. The theft occurred on Sunday, Nov. 4, at approximately 2:15 a.m. at the Dogwood Drive superstore. The black male suspect was captured on surveillance camera while exiting near the garden center. He was wearing a black skull cap, gray hoodie and gray T-shirt at the time of the incident. The suspect was in a silver Dodge Charger. Any information leading to the arrest of the suspect may result in a cash reward of up to $2,000. Tipsters will remain anonymous and are asked to contact Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta at 404-577-8477. For more information, visit www.CrimestoppersAtlanta.org.
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State Rep. Karla Drenner named interim chair of DeKalb House Delegation By Mackenzie N. Morgan
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ong-time Georgia legislator Howard Mosby is relinquishing his position as chair of the DeKalb House Delegation to State Rep. Karla Drenner, who will serve as interim chair until the delegation holds elections in January. Drenner moved up from vice chair. Mosby passed the torch during a meeting with the Delegation at the Capitol on Nov. 15. Mosby is wrapping up his duties as state representative, a position he held for 14 years, as Becky Evans prepares for the seat. Evans will be sworn into office and officially begin her duties as State Representative, District 83, in January. Evans won the Democratic nomination in the May 22 primary and advanced to the general election in November with no Republican challengers.
State Rep. Karla Drenner (burgundy jacket) standing next to State Rep. Howard Mosby. Photo provided
Mosby was first elected in 2002 and served seven two-year terms as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives for District 83, which includes Gresham Park, East Lake, the City of Decatur and Druid Hills. In addition to his role as state legislator, the Atlanta native served as chairman of the DeKalb House Delegation as well as several committees including
the House Ways and Means Committee; House Health and Human Services Committee, and House Governmental Affairs Committee. Mosby has been appointed to the Atlanta Transit Link (ATL) board of directors. Mosby, whose appointment begins on Dec. 4, will represent the board’s District 9, which covers portions of South DeKalb, Henry and Clayton counties.
As the representative of an odd-numbered district on the board, Mosby will serve two years and be up for reappointment after the twoyear term. Those appointed to even-numbered districts will serve four-year terms to prevent appointments to all of the seats at the same time. DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond and Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms also have been appointed to the ATL board. The Atlanta Transit Link, signed into legislation May 3, 2018, is a regional governance and funding structure created to improve coordination, integration and efficiency of transit in metro Atlanta. The ATL shares administrative resources with the Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA) and is governed by a 16-member board.
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The Orchids kick off 2018-19 program with support for three initiatives The Orchids, a friendship and service organization focused on active involvement in the educational, civic and cultural advancements in East Metro Atlanta, recently kicked off its 2018-19 program year with hopes to exceed last year's service. Led by President Dee Dawkins-Haigler, the Orchids donated more than $2,500 to three organizations to support their efforts nationally and internationally. The Orchids donated $1,132
to purchase Princess D menstrual cups that will be given to women in Africa; $1,016 to Jake's Diapers, a non-profit organization that provides diapers to needy infants, elderly and those with special needs around the world; and $500 to Unconditional Love for Children, which provides opportunities for disadvantaged children through educational enrichment programs, life skills training, athletics and access to health services.
CITY OF STONECREST BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS, PUBLIC HEARING: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH 2018 AT 6:00 P.M. STONECREST CITY HALL, 3120 STONECREST BLVD LITHONIA, GA 30038 The following Variance Petitions located within the City of Stonecrest is scheduled for Public Hearing as stated above. LAND USE PETITION: PETITIONER: LOCATION: CURRENT ZONING: PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT:
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V-18-005 Dekalb Realty Holdings, LLC c/o Battle Law 7218 Covington Hwy M (Light Industrial) District Request to reduce 75’ transitional buffer. V-18-007 Lashley Tractors 6953 Covington Hwy C-1 (Local Commercial) Request to exceed maximum ground sign height and sign development standards.
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Metro-area public schools to close for Thanksgiving break Metro-area public schools, including administrative offices, will be closed for Thanksgiving break Nov. 19-23. Please visit your school district's website to verify.
Remaining Rockdale BOC Meetings for 2018 Zoning Public Hearing: Tuesday, Nov. 27, 9 a.m. Combined Work Session/Voting Session and First Reading of Budget Ordinance: Tuesday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m. Work Session: Tuesday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. Voting Session and Second Reading/Adoption of Budget Ordinance: Tuesday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. All meetings will be held at The Assembly Hall, 901 Main St., Conyers.
15 graduate from inaugural job readiness program for youths
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ifteen participants recently graduated from WorkSource DeKalb Youth Program’s inaugural job readiness and life skills training class on Nov. 2. The three-week program provided formal curriculum-based job readiness and life skills training to eligible Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act-funded program participants, who were taught how to obtain and maintain long-term employment. The program serves age 16 - 24. The program included formal financial literacy training, career exploration, mock interviewing,
motivational speaking, dress for success guidance, and employer engagement/interviewing. Upon completion, participants then transition into their approved paid work experience with an employer partner, or in some cases a participant may go directly into an unsubsidized career opportunity. The next job readiness and life skills training will run from Nov. 26 through Dec. 14. For more information about WorkSource DeKalb, including upcoming events, visit www. worksourcedekalb.org or call 404687-3400.
Installation ceremony set for Rockdale elected officials The installation ceremony for Rockdale County’s reelected officials will be held on Dec. 12, 7 p.m., at the Rockdale Courthouse, 922 Court St., Decatur.
Redan Soul Line Dancers raise funds for Booster Club, offers free classes Giving back and spreading happiness through dancing is the mission of the Redan Soul Line Dancers. The group held its second annual extravaganza on Oct. 13, raising $2,000 for Booster Club children and adult mentoring programs. The director, Portia Perry, thanked the group, saying she was grateful for the contribution. The Redan Soul Line Dancers host free classes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. For more information, call the Redan Recreation Center, 1839 Phillips Road, Lithonia, Georgia, at 770-492-5434.
RER sets 21st Annual Christmas Tour of Homes Rockdale Emergency Relief (RER) will present the 21st Annual Christmas Tour of Homes featuring historic homes in the Olde Town Conyers historic district. The candlelight tour with carolers will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, 5-8 p.m. The tour will be held on Sunday, Dec. 9, from 1- 5 p.m. The annual event is the primary fundraiser to support RER in providing food, clothing, and utility assistance to those in need during emergencies. RER also supports several programs for housing stabilization for the homeless and provided over 14,300 lunches to children during summer breaks. Advance tickets for the tour are available online for $15 for one day or $25 for two days at https://bit.ly/2JxyhTH. Tickets are $3 additional on the day of the tour.
Rockdale to host public hearing on emergency management plan The Rockdale County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will hold a public hearing on Nov. 27, 6 p.m., at Rockdale County Fire Rescue Station 7, 1496 Rockbridge Road, Conyers. The purpose of the hearing is to introduce the 2018 draft update of the Rockdale County Hazard Mitigation Plan, and to start a 45-day public review process. Following the meeting, the draft plan will be available at www. RockdaleCountyGA.gov for public review and comments. Citizens are invited to attend the hearing and to participate in the review effort. Comments on the draft plan will be taken at the public hearing or can be e-mailed to Rockdale County EMA at RCHMPcomments@ rockdalecountyga.gov. For more information, contact Fire Chief Dan Morgan, Rockdale County EMA Director, at 770-278-8441 or dan.morgan@rockdalecountyga.gov.
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Dinner, discussion and resources highlight Rockdale Commissioner Doreen Williams’ veterans forum By Valerie J. Morgan
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ilitary veterans were the focus of Rockdale County Commissioner Doreen Williams’ fourth mental health forum, which was held on Nov. 15. Williams hosted the “Community Conversations on Mental Health: Focus on Veterans” at the Rockdale Career Academy in Conyers, four days following Veterans Day. Veterans were provided a free dinner, a special gift recognizing their service and several vendors were on hand to provide information about services for veteran families and discounts for military men and women. The speakers for the event included James Adkins, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, Behavioral Health, PTSD and
Addiction; Shy Armstrong from Congressman Hank Johnson’s Office; Sharon Hawkins, veteran and former VA employee; and Michelle Lindsay Bailey, VA Military Sexual Trauma Coordinator. A questionand-answer session also was conducted at the Town Hall style meeting. “We know that veterans have some unique needs and we wanted to provide information and resources helpful to them and their families,” said Williams. Williams said the series on mental health has included forums on recovery, suicide prevention, and the intersection of criminal justice and mental health. Williams said the goal of each forum has been to educate the community, raise awareness, and reduce stigma surrounding mental health and substance use disorders.
Conyers finance employees receive Municipal Revenue Administration certificates City of Conyers Chief Financial Officer Isabel Rogers and Finance Manager Yvonne Glumb received their Municipal Revenue Administration Certificates from the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) on Nov. 2. GMA’s Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate program is designed to strengthen the understanding of city managers, city clerks, finance officers, customer service staff, elected officials and other city employees on different municipal revenue sources and applicable laws of the administration and collection process. In order to receive the certificate, recipients must complete all six program courses: Ad Valorem Tax 101, Delinquent Tax Collection, Governmental Fund Revenue Sources 101, Occupation Tax and Regulatory Fees, Alcohol Excise Tax and License Fees, and Customer Service and Best Practices. “It’s no coincidence that the city of Conyers’ finance department has in excess of 25 consecutive years of finance awards from the Government Finance Officers Association. I attribute that to our employees who undergo rigorous training on the latest laws and best practices of government finance,” said City Manager Tony Lucas. “We commend the achievements of Ms. Rogers and Ms. Glumb in completing GMA’s Municipal Revenue Administration Certification course.” Based in Atlanta, GMA is a voluntary, non-profit organization that provides legislative advocacy, educational, employee benefit and consulting services to its 521 member cities.
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‘We know that veterans have some unique needs and we wanted to provide information and resources helpful to them and their families.’
– Rockdale County Commissioner Doreen Williams
Recycle your wine bottle corks with Keep ConyersRockdale Beautiful When you pop the cork, don’t throw it away. Keep Conyers-Rockdale Beautiful has a new recycling initiative. Stop by Corks and Cuvee’, Sigman Bottle Shop or the Administration and Services Building to drop off your natural Corks. For more information contact KCRB at 770-278-7052
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DeKalb Human Services to provide grants to 48 nonprofits The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners recently voted to approve a request of the Human Services Department to allocate $807,629 in Human Services Department grant awards to 48 non-profit organizations. Resources for these grants originate from two areas: $617,808 from the county’s general fund and $189,821 from a Victims Assistance Fund, which is supported by the collection of court fees. The Human Services Grant Program is designed to provide supplemental funding to non-profit organizations serving their communities. Service areas that will be addressed through these grants include youth development and education, family and human services, crisis intervention and prevention for women and children, senior services, homelessness, advocacy, planning and education and supports for individuals with disabilities. “We are pleased to support 48 provider agencies during this grant cycle,” said Human Services Department Director Damon Scott. “These agencies will provide extremely important services to the residents of DeKalb County and extend the Human Services Department’s impact on the county.” The grant program uses an evaluation process designed to identify qualified applicants. Grant awards range from $10,000 to $20,000 and at least half of the awarded amount must be used for programming.
DeKalb residents can place old furniture and appliances curbside with garbage through Dec. 22 The tattered old recliner that’s been sitting in the garage or refrigerator that stopped working years ago can move to the curb this holiday season. The DeKalb County Sanitation Division is offering free residential bulky item curbside collection every Friday and Saturday from Nov. 30 through Dec. 22, as part of DeKalb’s Operation Holiday Clean Sweep 2018 campaign. DeKalb residents will have an opportunity to place bulky items, including furniture and large appliances, curbside for collection by the Sanitation Division. Weekly collection schedules will be based on residents’ designated sanitation service day. The collection schedule will be: • Residential customers whose regularly scheduled sanitation service day is Monday will be serviced either Friday, Nov. 30, or Saturday, Dec. 1. To prevent collection delays, items should be placed at the curb no later than 7 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 30. • Residential customers whose regularly scheduled sanitation service day is Tuesday will be serviced either Friday, Dec. 7, or Saturday, Dec. 8. To prevent collection delays, items should be placed at the curb no later than 7 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 7.
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House Republican Caucus elects officers The Georgia House Republican Caucus met today and elected its key leaders. The Majority Caucus nominated House Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) and House Speaker Pro-Tempore Jan Jones (R-Milton) as the caucus nominees for their current positions. The Majority Caucus re-elected the following positions: • State Rep. Jon Burns (R-Newington), House Majority Leader; • State Rep. Matt Hatchett (R-Dublin), House Majority Caucus Chairman; • State Rep. Bruce Williamson (R-Monroe), House Majority Caucus Secretary and Treasurer. The Majority Caucus also elected State Rep. Trey Kelley (R-Cedartown) as the new House Majority Whip and State Rep. Micah Gravley (R-Douglasville) as the new House Majority Caucus Vice-Chairman.
• Residential customers whose regularly scheduled sanitation service day is Wednesday will be serviced either Friday, Dec. 14, or Saturday, Dec. 15. To prevent collection delays, items should be placed at the curb no later than 7 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 14. • Residential customers whose regularly scheduled sanitation service day is Thursday will be serviced either Friday, Dec. 21, or Saturday, Dec. 22. To prevent collection delays, items should be placed at the curb no later than 7 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 21. Based on this collection schedule, residents with missed collections should call the Sanitation Division’s customer service team at 404-2942900 to be placed on a bulky item collection escalation list. For more information, contact the Sanitation Division’s customer service team at 404-294-2900 or sanitation@dekalbcountyga.gov, visit www.dekalbsanitation.com, or follow the Sanitation Division on Twitter @DKalbSanitation.
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DeKalb Early College Academy student Sheri Akinniyi wins state competition
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heri Akinniyi, a student at DeKalb Early College Academy, won both a ‘superior’ rating and ‘Best in Show’ at the 2018 Georgia Student Media Festival, earning state level recognitions. Akinniyi’s website project, “The Albany Movement: March Toward Racial Unification,” received a perfect score of 100. Akinniyi was among nine students from three DeKalb County schools who participated in the festival. The schools included Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology, DeKalb Early College Academy (DECA), and DeKalb Academy of Technology and Environment. The students competed in “new media,” which provide the building blocks of modern entertainment, business and government and includes podcasts, web design, live action, animation and photography. The Georgia Student Media Festival celebrates outstanding student-produced media projects by hosting a school, district and state level competitions. Each year, thousands of students craft websites, podcasts, animations, and more before submitting them for judging. Entries are judged for their excellence in production, writing, creativity, lighting, and overall impact, earning such distinctions as Merit, Superior and Best in Show. Akinniyi received a note from event organizer Karen Minton following the competition, as well as a $50 Amazon gift card. “Every element I looked at was remarkable, including the amount of resources, the mixed media presentation, the organization of the website, the citations and annotations, and the personal interest in the project that was demonstrated in the planning document and personal interviews,” the note reads. “I don’t know what else is out there, but it’s hard for me to imagine a project significantly more thorough, detailed, and well planned and produced.” Akinniyi was joined by DECA classmates Jasmine Martin and Moontashir Siam, who earned ‘superior’ and ‘merit’ distinctions, respectively. Martin’s Interactive Stills project, “Graffiti: The All-American Art Form received a score of 99; Siam’s Live Action project, “The Failed Compromise During the 1919
Rockdale County Public Schools Important Dates Monday, Nov. 26, 6-8:30 p.m. Dual Enrollment Information Session Rockdale Career Academy, 1064 Culpepper Dr., Conyers; Receive information on taking Dual Enrollment classes to earn free college credit while in high school. For more information, email: tpatton@ rockdale.k12.ga.us Tuesday, Dec. 4, 7 p.m. DMS band Winter Concert and Art Show Gen. Ray Davis Middle School, 3375 East Fairview Rd. SW, Stockbridge. Enjoy the concert, art show, Artists Holiday Market. Free. For more information, email: jwilliams1@rockdale.k12.ga.us Thursday, Dec. 6-7, 7:30 p.m. DMS theater musical Gen. Ray Davis Middle School, 3375 East Fairview Rd. SW, Stockbridge, presents "Junie B. Jones JR The Musical," based on the popular children's book series. Tickets $5; www. dmsgoldeneagleplayers.com
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The students competed in “new media,” which provide the building blocks of modern entertainment, business and government and includes podcasts, web design, live action, animation and photography. Paris Peace Conference, “was scored 92 by judges. DECA teacher-librarian Anja Tigges entered her DECA students’ National History Day Projects into the Georgia Student Media Festival. The projects for the 2017-2018 school year were headed by former social-studies professor and current professional development facilitator, Jason Butler. DATE student Aman Michael earned a ‘superior’ rating for his podcast, “Bud Not Buddy.” The project scored 97 out of 100. Barack H. Obama Magnet students Marcus Sistrunk, Zion Griffin, Kobe Stokes, Kennedi Johnson and Aziyah Washington received scores ranging from 92 to 96, earning various ‘superior’ and ‘merit’ ratings in the Podcast and Sequential Stills categories. The students’ projects bore such titles as Expectations from Obama Scholars, Obama Scholars, Whose Boo is Whose, Water Cycle and Gymnastics.
Friday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m. and Dec. 8-9, 3 p.m. HHS dance concert “Nutcracker Twist” Heritage High School, 2400 Granade Road, Conyers, GA; HHS Dance Academy presents "Nutcracker Twist." Experience the HHS Dance Academy's modern twist on the timeless holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.” Tickets $5 adults, $3 students; hhsdancedepartment@ gmail.com, www.heritagehighschooldance.com Thursday, Dec. 13, 6 p.m. CMS chorus Holiday Concert Conyers Middle School, 400 Sigman Rd., Conyers, presents its Holiday Concert; free and open to the public; sfarris@rockdale.k12. ga.us Thursday, Dec. 13, 6:30 p.m. DMS dance Winter Concert Gen. Ray Davis Middle School theater, 3375 East Fairview Rd. SW, Stockbridge; tickets $5; lphillips@rockdale.k12.ga.us Thursday, Dec. 13-14, 7 p.m. SHS theatre “Back in Black – This is Me” Salem High School, 3551 Underwood Rd., Conyers; tickets $10, includes dessert and beverage; jcaruso@rockdale.k12.ga.us Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m. HHS chorus and orchestra 'Winter Gala' concert Heritage High School, 2400 Granade Road, Conyers chorus and orchestra to perform; free and open to the public; tgreen@rockdale. k12.ga.us Monday, Dec. 17, 6:30 p.m. DMS chorus Holiday Concert Gen. Ray Davis Middle School Theater, 3375 East Fairview Rd. SW, Stockbridge, GA; www.dmssingers.com , ekupinski@rockdale. k12.ga.us Tuesday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m. SHS chorus and band ‘Christmas Concert’ Salem High School, 3551 Underwood Rd., Conyers; free and open to the public; jcaruso@rockdale.k12.ga.us
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