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Congressional forum continues without Congressman Johnson

Republican candidate Liz Carter was the lone participant in a recent 4th Congressional District forum after incumbent Hank Johnson cancelled his appearance six hours before the event. Photo by John Hewitt
Despite what League of Women Voters DeKalb President Belinda Pedroso described as “multiple efforts” to schedule a 4th district congressional forum around Democratic Congressman Hank Johnson’s schedule, the congressman was not present for the O...

Use South River with caution

Geraldine Champion spends two to three hours each day warning people of the potential hazards. Photo by John Hewitt
The postcard setting of an old-fashion swimming hole situated in southern DeKalb County may not be such an idyllic place to escape the summer heat. DeKalb county employees have recently installed signs along the South River stating that access to the...

Leadership DeKalb hosts World Party

More than 150 members of Leadership DeKalb gathered Saturday evening at the Porter Sanford Performing Arts Center for the annual reunion. This year’s reunion, World Party 2010, was a salute to both the diversity of the organization’s membership b...

Staycationing in and around DeKalb

Many families may be facing the possibility of another year of not leaving town for summer vacation. However, a just-released vacation guide to DeKalb County suggests five days of outings that begin and/or end in DeKalb. Published and distributed by ...

Beamer and Gina

Beamer and Gina
DOG: Beamer is a male Boxer/Boston Terrier mix. He is about 2 years old and weighs about 40 pounds. Beamer is cute, has a great temperament and is friendly with people and other dogs. He is up to date with routine shots and has been neutered.CAT: Gin...

Cheney and Domino

Cheney and Domino
DOG: Some say Cheney looks like a really big Beagle, but he’s actually a Beagle/shepherd mix. Cheney is two-three years old and weighs 60-70 pounds. He’s really nice dog and likes people and other dogs. Cheney came into the shelter already neute...

A-Rod and Hector

A-Rod and Hector
DOG: A-Rod got his name from his ball playing skills. He loves to play ball. He will chase after a ball, bring it back and drop it. A-Rod will also catch a ball in the air and then drop it. He will play ball until he collapses; it is his favorite thi...

Zora & Kally

Zora & Kally
DOG: Zora is female German Shepherd mix who looks similar to a black German Shepherd. She is sweet and energetic, approximately three years old and is estimated to weigh 60 pounds. Zora is up-to-date with routine shots and spayed. She has been availa...

Cyrus & Marisol

Cyrus & Marisol
DOG: Cyrus is a handsome Labrador retriever/Spaniel mix. He is about 2 years old and weighs approximately 40 pounds. Cyrus is very friendly and loves attention. He has been at the shelter for quite a while and needs to find a new home soon. CAT: Ma...

Shelby & Moxie

Shelby & Moxie
DOG: Shelby is a female Labrador Retriever/Shepherd mix who is described as beautiful, sweet and playful. Shelby is believed to be two-three years old and weighs approximately 60 pounds. She is looking for a forever home. CAT: Moxie is a stunning M...