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Government & Communities

Stonecrest Mall at Stonecrest, a two-story shopping complex Community
Development of the area was sparked by The
Characteristics
whose name references the local rock formation.
DeKalb’s Newest and Largest City Houses, hotels, restaurants, and a community • Population of 54,439
grew around the mall and became the city of
Stonecrest in 2017. • Approximately 37 square miles
Arabia Mountain is a Community Events • Vibrant community
granite monadnock – an The first Stonecrest Fest took place in 2017 • Small-town atmosphere
• Affordable housing
isolated and exposed rock as the city’s inaugural event. It was so successful • Excellent healthcare options
outcropping - located in that Stonecrest Fest is now an annual fall • Great educational opportunities
Stonecrest. The mountain is celebration that attracts an increasing number • Arabia Mountain High School –
the crown jewel of the Arabia of Stonecrest residents and visitors from one of the top schools in the area
neighboring cities and states. As the city grows,
that provides an environmental,
Mountain National Heritage so does the festival. Stonecrest Fest includes energy, and engineering magnet
Area, a preserve filled with live entertainment, softball and soccer games, program for grades 9-12
unique topography and food, merchandise, a car & bike show, and much • Flat Rock Archives – tells the story
of one of DeKalb County’s oldest
geology as well as unusual more. The festival also features pre-events and African American communities
activities throughout the city that explore nature,
animal and plant species. health, culture, and live entertainment. For more • Arabia Mountain National
information visit stonecrestfest.com. Heritage Area

• City Hall | Mayor Jason Lary • The Jerk Festival – a Jamaican food
During the 1970s, 500 acres of the mountain festival held in September
and the surrounding area were donated to 3120 Stonecrest Blvd., Stonecrest, GA 30038
DeKalb County by the Davidson family. Davidson stonecrestga.gov • 770-224-0200
Granite Enterprises was the largest producer of • Parks & Recreation • Public Works
granite in the world at one point. The city’s name 3120 Stonecrest Blvd., Stonecrest, GA 30038 3120 Stonecrest Blvd., Stonecrest, GA 30038
was inspired by this amazing landscape. 770-224-0191 770-224-0200

Tucker

Live, Work, Play, Pray

Community Events Community
Originally known as
Browning’s District, the The Annual Tucker Chili Cook-off is Characteristics
Tucker community was presented by the Old Town Tucker Merchants
Association and The Local No. 7 (a family-friendly
• Population around 36,000
established in 1892. It didn’t local pub and restaurant). Each year on an early • Approximately 20 square miles
gain its current name until the spring afternoon, people of all ages celebrate • Tucker Recreation Center
arrival of the Seaboard Line community with great chili, live music, and • Vibrant Main Street
Railway bought the railroad awards ranging from Best Restaurant Chili to Best • Family-focused
Booth/Decorations/Costumes. Attendees get to
• Weekly farmers market
track in 1907. play judge as well by casting their vote for the • Rich faith community
Peoples’ Choice award. For more information • Genuine small-town
During the acquisition, the unincorporated visit tuckerchilicookoff.com. • New residential communities
town was surveyed and named for Captain • City Hall | Mayor Frank Auman in development
Tucker, an officer of the Seaboard Line 4119 Adrian St., Tucker, GA 30084 • Diverse housing options
Railway. As the city grew, a strong community tuckerga.gov • 678-597-9040
developed. Officially incorporated in 2015,
today the city uses an advanced public-private • Tucker Recreation Center • DeKalb County Public Works
partnership to deliver services to residents and 4898 Lavista Rd., Tucker, GA 30084 1300 Commerce Dr., Decatur, GA 30030
business owners. 470-481-0205 404-371-2000

18 DeKalb Chamber of Commerce 404-378-8000 DeKalbChamber.org