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Dunwoody, Georgia

Located in DeKalb County, Georgia, Dunwoody was established in 2008. Incorporated in 2008 — one of Georgia's newest cities. Perimeter Mall area is a major commercial hub.
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Founded 2008 | Population 53,000 | Peak 53,000 (2024) | County DeKalb County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Dunwoody, Georgia

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1900 Education Growth: Higher education institutions helped shape Dunwoody's identity and economy.
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1950 Economic Development: Dunwoody grew through the automobile industry.
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2008 Founded: Dunwoody was founded in DeKalb County.
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2008 Incorporated: One of GA's newest cities.
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Latest News in Dunwoody

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Apr 2, 2016
Woman who Killed 3 Year Old and 4 Year Old Learns her Fate
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Complete Historical Timeline

1900 Culture
Education Growth
1950 Industry
Economic Development
2008 Culture
Founded
2008 Government
Incorporated

Did You Know?

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Incorporated in 2008 — one of Georgia's newest cities.
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Perimeter Mall area is a major commercial hub.
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Affluent north Atlanta suburb.
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Dunwoody is located in DeKalb County, Georgia.
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Dunwoody has a population of approximately 53,000.

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Famous People from Dunwoody, Georgia

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Matthew Stafford
Football Player · Born Feb 7, 1988 · Age 38
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Will Heller
Football Player · Born Feb 28, 1981 · Age 44
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Corey White (American football)
Football Player · Born May 9, 1990 · Age 35
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Kevin Smith (pitcher)
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