DeKalb hosting stream cleanup Saturday

Volunteers are needed for a cleanup Saturday of the South River in DeKalb County.

The event runs from 9 a.m. to noon at the Pole Bridge wastewater treatment plan, 4664 Flat Bridge Road, near Lithonia.

Information/Registration: 770-724-1457 or msoshield@dekalbcountyga.gov.

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