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Ground broken on Candler Crossing bringing Publix and new retail to South DeKalb
By Gabi Hart at SaportaReport (Atlanta civic/news)
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
Ground has officially been broken on Candler Crossing, a $28.9 million mixed-use development that leaders say will expand grocery access, create jobs and spur additional investment along the Candler Road corridor in South DeKalb.
The 7.26-acre project at the corner of Candler Road and Glenwood...
Key takeaway 9 million mixed-use development that leaders say will expand grocery access, create jobs and spur additional investment along the Candler Road corridor in South DeKalb.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The Candler Crossing development brings a much-needed full-service grocery store to an area of South DeKalb that has long been identified as underserved, a significant step towards addressing food access disparities in the community. With the project's focus on community gathering spaces, pedestrian improvements, and a renovated MARTA bus stop, it has the potential to become a vibrant hub of activity along the Candler Road corridor. The inclusion of a 2,000-square-foot retail space reserved for a local business at below-market rent is a notable aspect, as it provides an opportunity for small business growth and investment in the community. As construction moves forward, it will be important to monitor how the development impacts the local economy and whether it sparks additional investment in the area, as county officials and developers have suggested it will.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: SaportaReport (Atlanta civic/news) ·
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What is this story about? Ground has officially been broken on Candler Crossing, a $28.9 million mixed-use development that leaders say will expand grocery access, create jobs and spur additional investment along the Candler Road corridor in South DeKalb.
The 7.26-acre project at the corner of Candler Road and Glenwood...
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