DeKalb Solicitor-General Donna Coleman-Stribling

Today is Public Service Day! We're proud to recognize the dedicated employees of the DeKalb County Solicitor-General's Office and public servants everywhere who work each day to serve, support, and strengthen our communities.

Whether assisting victims, investigating, prosecuting cases, engaging with residents, or supporting court operations, public service is at the heart of everything we do.

Thank you to all who answer the call to serve.

At the heart of public service is people.

This week, let's remember that kindness, respect, and compassion can be just as powerful as any policy or program. Together, we can help create a stronger, safer, and more supportive DeKalb County community for everyone.

🌈 Be the rainbow in someone else's cloud.

Happy Father's Day!

Today, we recognize and celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, mentors, and father figures who make a lasting impact through their love, guidance, and dedication.

Whether at home, in the workplace, or throughout our community, fathers play an important role in shaping future generations and providing support, encouragement, and strength.

The DeKalb County Solicitor-General's Office wishes all fathers and father figures a wonderful Father's Day filled with appreciation and cherished moments with loved ones.

On June 19, we commemorate Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans in Texas learned they were free, more than two years after the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth serves as a reminder of the enduring pursuit of freedom, justice, equality, and opportunity for all.

The DeKalb County Solicitor-General's Office, led by SG Donna Coleman-Stribling, joins communities across the nation in recognizing the significance of this day and reflecting on the importance of fairness, dignity, and equal justice under the law.

When they're not advocating for victims, they're crossing finish lines! 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃‍♀️

So, we're starting the week off running with Director of Victim Services Brenda Puebla and Victim Witness Advocate Amaya Ball!

They recently participated in the 2026 Night Owl 5K Run/Walk at Panola Mountain State Park, benefiting AWARE Wildlife Center.

Dedication, Perseverance, and Commitment...attributes they bring to serving victims and supporting our community every day. Congratulations to Brenda and Amaya on completing the race and supporting a great cause!

🌟Congratulations 👏 to the 4th CBCT Compassion Class and especially our own Ann Gordon, Trial Line Assistant in the Special Victims Unit of the DeKalb County Solicitor-General's Office.

Over the course of nine weeks, participants explored skills that promote compassion, self-awareness, and thoughtful engagement with others. These lessons are especially impactful in public service, where empathy, understanding, and effective communication help us better serve victims, witnesses, defendants, and our community.

We're proud of Ann's commitment to personal and professional growth and appreciate her knowledge and perspective she brings back to our office.

Congratulations Ann!

🐾🚨 June is National Foster A Pet Month, and local shelters need our help❗

By fostering or adopting, you can provide a safe place for a pet while helping reduce overcrowding in our community shelters. Every foster home creates another opportunity to save a life. 🐾❤️

Animal shelters across DeKalb and Fulton counties continue to face overcrowding, and foster families play a critical role in helping pets receive the care, comfort, and attention they need while they wait for their forever homes.

Adopt a foster or Become a foster here: https://lifelineanimal.org/

Whether you can foster for a few days, a few weeks, or longer, your support helps create space for other animals in need and gives pets a better chance to thrive.

🐶 Foster a pet
🐱 Adopt a pet
❤️ Help save lives
Together, we can support animal welfare and help more pets find safe, loving homes.

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Improving the Subpoena Process Through Technology

Our team presented Wednesday at the Dekalb County Chiefs' Association meeting discussing how the ProsecutorByKarpel (PbK) system is helping streamline subpoena management and improve coordination throughout the criminal justice process.

Chief Assistant Solicitor-General Tamara Ross, Departmental IT Supervisor Brandon McMurray, and Assistant Chief Investigator Barry Hunter shared how we're using PbK's subpoena capabilities to enhance efficiency.

As the first prosecutor's office in Georgia to implement PbK, the DeKalb County Solicitor-General's Office continues working to improve communication with law enforcement and public safety partners.

🏡 New Quality of Life information is now available!

The DeKalb County Solicitor-General's Office has updated its Quality of Life Unit informational flyers to help residents better understand how our office works to address issues that impact neighborhoods and communities throughout DeKalb County.

From code violations and illegal dumping to blight and nuisance properties, the Quality of Life Unit of the DeKalb County Solicitor-General's Office partners with residents, law enforcement, code enforcement, and community stakeholders to improve the quality of life for everyone who calls DeKalb home.

📍 Be on the lookout for our updated flyers at community events and outreach activities throughout the county.

Together, we are building a better, safer DeKalb!

🌎⚽ What would you encourage new international FIFA visitors to experience in DeKalb County and Metro Atlanta?

From award-winning restaurants and vibrant international communities to scenic parks, local shops, breweries, and unique attractions, DeKalb County offers a wealth of experiences beyond the FIFA World Cup matches.

Thank you to The Champion Newspaper for highlighting the diverse cultures, businesses, and neighborhoods that make DeKalb a great place to live, work, and visit.

As guests from around the world arrive in metro Atlanta, we invite them to explore all that DeKalb County has to offer.

💬 Share your recommendations in the comments. What's your favorite place, hidden gem, restaurant, park, or experience in DeKalb County?
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