Good morning, Decatur.

L.L.Bean will open its first Georgia store at Lulah Hills, a 78-acre mixed-use redevelopment repurposing the former North DeKalb Mall in Decatur.

The 15,000-sqft store is set to open in 2027, joining shops + apartments + restaurants + public green space.

The Indigo Girls (local favorites who first played on Decatur Square 40 years ago) will headline a free, ticketed concert at Decatur WatchFest on Sunday as the city marks the end of the FIFA World Cup.

On July 15, U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced that DeKalb County School District is under a federal review for potentially allowing accused employees to transfer, and district officials said they fully cooperate with the investigation (the review examines compliance with Title IX and state reporting laws).

Officials reported a rise in black bear sightings in metro Atlanta this summer as bears move into neighborhoods such as Sandy Springs and Smyrna.

Residents are advised to secure garbage and pet food since these shy animals rarely attack — a reminder to stay cautious.

DeKalb County officials are enforcing tougher rules to combat illegal tire dumping that has cost taxpayers millions and left neighborhoods with hazardous waste.

The county says stricter penalties will make would-be dumpers think twice even as existing tire piles still await removal.

DeKalb County’s Department of Solid Waste Management won four top awards from the American Public Works Association, including Public Works Project of the Year for its tire removal initiative that cleared 37,000 tires from nine illegal dumping sites, and officials marked July 7 as Solid Waste Worker Appreciation Day.

INTENNSE, a pro tennis league based in Doraville, hit record gains in viewership, attendance, and social media engagement at Assembly Studios — live attendance soared from 4,600 to 38,000 with four sellouts — as the league continues its fast-paced, coed matches.

Atlanta News First and Gray Media will broadcast all non-nationally televised Hawks games to homes in north Georgia for the 2026-27 season.

Fans will catch the games for free on over-the-air TV and major pay-TV providers.

Indigo Girls Concert at Decatur Square

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Decatur Square — Free entry — Experience the closing performance of Decatur WatchFest with the legendary Indigo Girls.

Kelly McFarling and Scott Hirsch Concert

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt tunes from Atlanta's own Kelly McFarling and Scott Hirsch.

Soulful Experience Band Live

7-10 p.m. — Waller's Coffee Shop — In-person event — Enjoy a night of chill vibes and live R&B music with the Soulful Experience Band.