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County to examine all government jobs

In its ongoing effort to address budget shortfalls, DeKalb’s Board of Commissioners wants an audit of every job in the county’s government. During a budget retreat on March 24 at Agnes Scott College, the board agreed that a desk audit is needed t...

Fire department cuts 82 recruits to save cash

County budget cuts have forced the DeKalb Fire Rescue Department to cut 82 recruits who were already on the payroll. On March 28, the recruits were given a two-week notice of their termination by Fire Chief Edward O’Brien, who said one group of rec...

Three finalists chosen for superintendent job

DeKalb County Schools has announced three candidates in its search for a new superintendent. The trio will address the school board and the public in a forum on March 31 at 6 p.m. Candidates Gloria Davis, Arthur Culver and Lillie Cox each will b...

DeKalb students participate in annual culinary competition

Winning Redan High School team members, from left, Kelsey Marie Colins, Asia Reid and Candace Kemp. Photos by Travis Hudgons
High school students from around the county met on March, 26, to participate in the DeKalb County Council of PTAs Sixth Annual Culinary Competition held at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Tucker. Competitors from Arabia Mountain, Columbia,...