Good morning, Decatur.

Backpack Buddies reached a milestone—providing 1 million meals in metro Atlanta as it sends food home with students for the weekend.

Backpack Buddies of metro Atlanta served its one millionth meal as part of its program that delivers weekend food to children at 50 Title I schools in Gwinnett, Cobb, Fulton and DeKalb counties* The nonprofit, launched in 2022 and growing from 800 to 2,500 meals per week, will continue helping kids combat hunger.

Firefighters are battling a blaze at the Parkwood Village apartment complex at 4920 Winters Chapel Rd—residents have been evacuated and officials report no injuries.

A man was shot and killed Sunday night at The Reserve Apartment Homes on Hillandale Drive in DeKalb County—police stated he died at the scene while the investigation continues.

State troopers tried pulling over driver Landis Bernard Stewart-Moore today for speeding in Decatur but he led officers on a high-speed chase—colliding with a street sign, tree and parked vehicles before he fled on foot and was later charged with felony fleeing and other offenses.

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper said Georgia Grown cucumbers are safe — despite a recent voluntary recall by Florida’s Bedner Growers linked to a Salmonella outbreak.

Inspectors are now checking retailers that received recalled products to ensure food safety as the spring harvest continues.

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.

Grunge Unplugged: A Tribute to Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, and Soundgarden

7:30-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $10 — Experience acoustic renditions of grunge classics in a nostalgic setting.

Candlelight - 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

6:45-7:45 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed — Experience classic 90s hip-hop hits reimagined with string arrangements in a candlelit atmosphere.

2025 National Pollinator Week Festival

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Decatur Square & Courthouse Parking — Free entry — Celebrate local biodiversity with activities, learning, and family fun focused on pollinators.

Critter Camp Week 4 for Ages 6-9

9 AM – 3 PM — Friends School of Atlanta — $300 — Explore the wonderful world of amphibians and reptiles with hands-on activities and fun facts throughout the week.

Serenity Within: Yoga Nidra

6-7 p.m. — Decatur Legacy Park — Suggested donation of $20 — Experience a restorative evening of guided Yoga Nidra and soothing sound bath for deep relaxation.