DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Holy cow! Or, better yet, holy cows! DeKalb County is planning a legen-dairy public art initiative that acknowledges its history as the former “Dairy Capital of Georgia.” The Cows Are Coming is a countywide public art initiative stampeding into cities across the county to celebrate DeKalb’s history, communities and creative spirit, organizers say. This time, there is no time to graze. Artists applications are due by Aug. 23. Life-size fiberglass cows will soon be delivered to all 12 cities in DeKalb County — Avondale Estates, Brookhaven, Chamblee, Decatur, Doraville, Dunwoody, Lithonia, Pine Lake, Stone Mountain, Stonecrest and Tucker — and each will select their own artist or artists to transform their cows into original works of art. DeKalb County will also have its own cow to brand. DeKalb CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson said the project is a way to unite county residents while also celebrating the rebirth of the DeKalb Arts Council. “Each participating city brings its own personality, history and creative energy to the project, turning the initiative into a countywide collection that showcases just how diverse DeKalb really is,” she said. Long before DeKalb County became the fourth-largest county in the state and known for its mix of cultures, cuisine, entertainment, outdoor activities and thriving communities, the county had deep agricultural roots and was home to roughly 240 independent dairies. DeKalb County was the largest producer of Grade A milk…
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