DeKalb Community Hero nominations being accepted

People and groups whose volunteerism makes an impact on life in DeKalb County can be nominated for Chief Executive Burrell Ellis’ Community Hero Awards.

Nominations are due by March 30, and winners will be announced during a special ceremony on April 29 at the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center on Briarcliff Road.

The five winners, in categories such as youth and environmental change, will receive charitable contributions to help further their work.

Nomination forms are available at www.dekalbcountyga.gov. Information: 404-371-3695.

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