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DeKalb to Vaccinate Hundreds Today at Stonecrest Mall

Sat, Aug 28, 2021 - 9:30 AM

People wearing masks line up outside under trees next to a building, supervised by a police officer. Cones guide them, hinting at an organized event.

Two weeks after more than 1,150 people were vaccinated in DeKalb, hundreds of cars and pedestrians have gathered today at Stonecrest Mall for a COVID-19 vaccination event sponsored by DeKalb County Government. The vaccination event is featuring guest appearances by renowned gospel singer Dottie Peoples, NBA legend Dikembe Motumbo, trumpeter extraordinaire Milkshake Mayfield, and award-winning gospel radio host Larry Tinsley.

Trumpeter Milkshake Mayfield Entertains Hundreds Waiting to Receive COVID-19 Vaccines in DeKalb

Sat, Aug 28, 2021 - 7:57 AM

A musician in colorful attire plays the trumpet on an outdoor stage, with a mic and a tablet on stands nearby, conveying a vibrant, live performance.

Trumpeter extraordinaire Milkshake Mayfield is entertaining hundreds of people who began lining up at 4 a.m.—four hours before the start time of a COVID-19 vaccination event at Stonecrest Mall today. The vaccination event, sponsored by DeKalb County Government, also will feature guest appearances by gospel singer Dottie Peoples, NBA legend Dikembe Motumbo, trumpeter extraordinaire Milkshake Mayfield, and award-winning gospel radio host Larry Tinsley.

DeKalb County to Host 2021 Virtual Reverse Trade Show and Procurement Summit

Thu, Aug 26, 2021 - 4:25 PM

The DeKalb County Purchasing and Contracting Department (P&C) encourages current and prospective vendors, along with the public, to take advantage of this opportunity to learn how to do business with the county. Participants also will have the chance to provide department representatives with contact information and listings of the services and goods they offer, while receiving answers to questions from procurement staff.

DeKalb Offers School Uniforms, $100 Prepaid Debit during Saturday Vaccination Event

Thu, Aug 26, 2021 - 3:13 PM

DeKalb County Commissioners Mereda Davis Johnson and Larry Johnson will distribute free school uniforms during DeKalb’s vaccination event on Saturday, Aug. 28. “It is an honor to partner with our CEO and Commissioner Larry Johnson in this collaborative effort to serve our community,” said Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson. “DeKalb, once again, is on the cutting edge in improving the quality of life for our citizens.”

DeKalb Offers $100 for Vaccinations at Stonecrest Mall on Saturday, Aug. 28

Thu, Aug 26, 2021 - 10:44 AM

DeKalb County will give a $100 prepaid debit card to everyone who receives a COVID-19 vaccination on Saturday, Aug. 28. The vaccination event will feature guest appearances by renowned gospel singer Dottie Peoples, NBA legend Dikembe Motumbo, trumpeter extraordinaire Milkshake Mayfield, and award-winning gospel radio host Larry Tinsley.