Press Releases

Stay informed with the latest updates from DeKalb County Government. Here you will find timely announcements, public safety information, and community highlights that keep residents connected to county services and initiatives. Our goal is to provide clear, accessible news that supports transparency and keeps you engaged with what is happening across DeKalb.

DeKalb County Expands Lifesaving Emergency Response Through Whole Blood Transfusion Program

Wed, May 13, 2026 - 3:34 PM

DeKalb County is advancing emergency medical response and trauma care through a collaborative Whole Blood Program that allows specially trained American Medical Response paramedics to administer lifesaving blood transfusions before patients reach the hospital.

DeKalb Announces Memorial Day Residential Sanitation Collection Schedule

Mon, May 11, 2026 - 3:41 PM

In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, garbage, recyclable materials, and yard trimmings collection for residential customers will run one day late.

Orion Drive Sewer Improvement Project Begins May 13

Sat, May 9, 2026 - 9:00 AM

Efforts to improve the watershed system throughout DeKalb County continue Wednesday, May 13, with the launch of the Orion Drive Sewer Improvement Project.

DeKalb Regional Land Bank Authority Special Called Board of Directors Meeting May 13, 2026

Thu, May 7, 2026 - 4:03 PM

The DeKalb Regional Land Bank Authority Special Called Board meeting

Grant Drive Road Closure Begins May 8

Tue, May 5, 2026 - 3:17 PM

On Friday, May 8 through Saturday, May 30, crews will install a road closure on Grant Drive at the intersections of Dresden Drive and Grant Drive as well as Thompson Road and Grant Drive.