Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
Good morning, Decatur.
LifeLine Animal Project’s DeKalb County Shelter in Chamblee saw an 18% increase in animal intake since last year with 8,954 animals taken in and 537 dogs housed on Friday—economic hardships have led more families to surrender pets.
Additional overflow units to house 120 dogs are under construction and a new ordinance limiting pet breeding takes effect Jan. 1.
Summer camps will start in June for children with programs offering free registration or meals — parents are urged to register soon.
Community camps in DeKalb, Rockdale and Gwinnett counties may still have openings.
Families from metro Atlanta attended a missing persons event on Saturday hosted by DeKalb County’s Cold Case Task Force—officials collected DNA to help match unidentified remains and aid the family of Quinette Turnipseed, which has been searching for answers for over 10 years.
Butterfly Whirl Contra Dance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Decatur Recreation Center — $15 — Enjoy an evening of lively contra dancing with local and regional talent at this community favorite.
Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience the best of Atlanta’s songwriters at a vibrant open mic night.
Michelle Malone Concert
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket information not specified — Experience an evening of pure Georgia soul with Michelle Malone's acoustic songs and stories.
Wylde Center's Nature Summer Camps
4 PM — Wylde Center — Registration required — An immersive outdoor experience for children to explore and connect with nature.
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