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FIRST LEGO League (FLL), the partnership program between For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, or FIRST and LEGO Education, has encouraged interest in coding and robotics for almost thirty years. The competition engages thousands of elementary and middle school students from around the world in research, design and programming solutions to themed problems.…

There is no one “Tucker Way.” There are as many approaches to the Tucker Way as there are community members. Our residents find their own methods of contributing to the Tucker community through a combination of volunteering, teaching, achieving and more to shape their own space in Tucker. The first face of this new spotlight…

This year, our community stands at a remarkable crossroads of time. As a nation, we are gathering to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, a historic semiquincentennial milestone honoring the grand experiment in self-governance born in 1776. Simultaneously, right here in our own backyard, we are blowing out ten candles for the City…

Ten weeks ago, a new chapter began for the City of Tucker. Since that first day, the pace has been relentless, marked by ten ribbon cuttings and a Team Tucker spirit, comprising both City Council and staff, that has worked nonstop to capture the momentum of this transition. While the city faces significant opportunities and…

The City of Tucker has successfully met its goal of adding 40 new trees to the local ecosystem. While the process required significant planning, the effort has already begun to enhance the environment and improve local habitats. This influx of greenery provides a vital boost to the community, offering shade to cool paved surfaces, mitigating…

Georgia’s film tax credit has become one of the most influential economic development tools in the state. Established through the Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act, the incentive has helped transform Georgia into a major hub for film and television production. The program offers transferable tax credits of up to 30% for qualified productions that meet…

This is not your average middle school play. Unlike most middle school shows, TMS’s cast is full of both experienced students and new performers bringing their talent to the stage. Their production standards are high. They work to ensure a high value entertainment experience, and they have even found the need to create VIP sections…

For its relative size, the City of Tucker is fortunate to be represented in the Georgia General Assembly by five state representatives and three state senators. Brief bios, contact information and observations from each Tucker delegation member are below: Representative Imani Barnes is working on her PhD in public health while also working as a…

Zoe Holland had no idea her summer morning would turn into a moment she’d never forget. The Tucker High School graduate was gearing up for a day of thrills at Six Flags with her family before heading off to begin her freshman year at Johnson & Wales University. But just after sunrise, a scream echoed…

It’s back to school time! The Tucker Cluster of schools is made up of five elementary schools, a middle school and a high school. All are unique in what they offer to our community of children, and all are schools of excellence. The schools are governed by the DeKalb County School District and led by…