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Erosion and Sediment Control Seminar, Expo return to Callanwolde

Erosion and Sediment Control Seminar, Expo return to Callanwolde

ATLANTA -- Being held for 26 years by the DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District, the Erosion and Sediment Control Seminar will begin May 30 at the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center at 8:00 that morning. 

For 2013, discussions will focus on "Gaining Public Support for Water Quality" and "Atlanta's New Green Infrastructure Ordinance." 

"This is a unique opportunity for the public to learn about controlling soil erosion, stabilizing streambanks and protecting water quality for the citizens and businesses in DeKalb County and the surrounding metro areas," Robert Amos, Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission regional representative.

Those who attend will learn about new sediment and control practices, products and programs from speakers including GEMA representatives, and others from City of Atlanta, the Department of Watershed Maintenance, Georgia Tech and the NPDES Stormwater Training Institute.

Weekend storms result in flooding, mudslide

ATLANTA -- Heavy rain throughout much of metro Atlanta resulted in flooding Sunday morning.

11Alive meteorologist Allison Chinchar said certain areas in northeastern Georgia got between 4 and 6 inches of rain, including Forsyth, Hall and north Fulton counties.

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The Hall County Sheriff's Office said the Atlanta Road area of Flowery Branch should be avoided, as more than 6 inches of rain shut down the street between Spout Springs and Wade Orr roads. The city of Flowery Branch declared a state of emergency Sunday evening.

Yeah, but is it art? Graffiti in Atlanta

ATLANTA -- Imagine being so consumed with a creative desire for expression that you're willing to jog halfway across the city, sweating with a backpack and a can of spray paint; that you'd be willing to climb the highest walls just to get a blank 'canvas." 

"It's actually really good artwork," said one eyewitness in the West End. "And it happens so fast it takes them 45-minutes. And it's so good who wouldn't want it on their building?" 

The answer to that is simple: pretty much anybody with a building.
"Basically it just comes down to something simple," said Keith Flemming, chairman of the Graffiti Task Force. "If you tag an area that you do not have permission, that you do not own, that is vandalism." 

The city of Atlanta has been aggressive in its pursuit of taggers making arrests and cataloging signet graffiti. 

DeKalb to roll out Same-Day Permit Program

DECATUR, Ga. -- The DeKalb County Department of Planning and Sustainability Development Services Division began the Same-Day Permit Program on Friday, which they believe will design the business license permit improvement process. 

Starting on May 31, the program will be hled on the last Friday of the month, through October 25, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 

In order to participate, pre-registration must be completed. Registrations are now being accepted through May 24 until 5: 00 p.m. 

"This is an important first step to long-term improvements to pur permitting and licensing process which includes plans to recognize and modernize our technology and enhance customer service," CEO Burrell Ellis said. "This significant business change will support our economic and community development initiatives."

Fulton County to host session to teach seniors how to guard against scams

Fulton County to host session to teach seniors how to guard against scams

Fulton County is hosting another information session to help seniors to avoid scams.  The session will be held on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Auburn Senior Center located at 300 Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta.  The Fulton County Housing and Human Services Department, Office of Housing and Community Development sponsors the program.

Scams that often target seniors include but are not limited to telemarketing, reverse mortgages, healthcare/health insurance, home and auto repair.  This session will provide information to help seniors to identify, prevent and report fraudulent and deceptive schemes.

Citizens in need of reasonable accommodations due to a disability including communications in an alternative format, please contact Deborah Porcher in the Department of Housing and Human Services at (404) 613-7944.  for Georgia Relay Access:  Dial 711.

For more information, call 404-613-7944.

Community Car Show hits Walmart stores for children's health

Community Car Show hits Walmart stores for children's health

(WXIA) -- In support of the Children's Miracle Network, all local residents are invited to make their cars a part of the Community Car Show, to be held at several area Walmart stores. 

The Community Car Show is set for each Saturday in June, varying by location. Among cars that can be shown, a spokeswoman said the event is looking for luxury vehicles, classic cars, super fast hot rods and high performance cars.

To rent a space, the cost per vehicle is $5.00, which will go directly to Children's Miracle Network to help kids in children's hospitals across the country. 

Those car owners who participate may win prizes including a trophy, Walmart gift cards and use of a rental car. 

The schedule of Community Car Shows is as follows: 

 

●     1436 DOGWOOD DR SE, CONYERS - 6/1/2013

●     1400 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY, LAWRENCEVILLE - 6/1/2013