Program offers rental assistance in DeKalb

The DeKalb County Commissioner recently approved a contract with a local nonprofit to help low-income families pay their rent.

The deal calls for the county to pass along $251,000 in federal funds to Nicholas House to help the neediest county residents with rent, security deposits and utility bills.

More information: 404-286-3308 or www.dekalbcountyga.gov/commdev.

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