Living Democracy 2020
- July 9, 2020
- Dekalb County travel takes hit in pandemic
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After decades of moving around the country doing tourism work, John Dersham, president/CEO of Dekalb County Tourism and resident “nature buff”, ended up in north Alabama. After discovering his “paradise”, Dersham’s career is focused on telling the world all about the things he loves about the area.
- By Addison Peacock
- July 1, 2020
- Collinsville "pulls together" in COVID-19 response
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On Saturdays, Melody Chastain gets an early start. The secretary for Collinsville Trade Day typically starts her Saturday mornings at 4 a.m.
- By Addison Peacock
- June 23, 2020
- Collinsville High faces COVID-19 challenges
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According to newly appointed Collinsville High School principal, Bradley Crawford, the year 2020 will be remembered by his students as “one for the history books.”
- By Addison Peacock
- August 12, 2019
- Hannah White appreciates Collinsville's hospitality
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The people of Collinsville represent some of the best people I have met or will ever meet. The people of this town are hospitable, open, and kind – not just to me, but to all they encounter. I wasn’t expecting to be greeted with such warmth, but I am thankful for that and how it made my transition to town so much easier.
- By Hannah White
- July 29, 2019
- DeKalb County Commission hears from community members
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The DeKalb County Commission meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. The Commission, made up of four district members, a president, and an administrator, hear from community representatives on any issues the county is facing.
- By Hannah White
Last Updated: June 23, 2020