Technology center to be added to DeKalb rec center

DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson plans to unveil a science, technology, engineering and mathematics – or STEM – center at a county recreation center early next month.

The STEM center will feature free tutorials and online programs for children and adults when it opens Oct. 11 at the Exchange Park rec center, 2771 Columbia Dr., near Decatur.

More information: 404-371-2425.

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