Good morning, Decatur.

16-year-old Andrew Collinson—who logged over 130 miles for Running 4 Heroes since age 12—will run his final mile today to honor firefighters Preston Fant and Stephen Reeves from DeKalb and Henry Counties as he ages out of the program.

Bellwood Coffee—responding to community outcry—has unveiled a new mural honoring Jovita Moore, and the artwork is now on display at the coffee shop.

As the new school year begins, local parents worry about how much screen time kids get at school and at home.

Experts advise setting clear limits for balanced routines (helpful tips are available from community educators).

Lisa Washington shares three easy back-to-school dinner ideas for busy families; her tips published Thursday, July 30 are designed to help local households prepare quick meals + simplify evening routines.

Squidette is featured as the pet of the day, spotlighted on July 30 (Paws Atlanta) to encourage local families to consider adoption.

Visit the website for further details.

Local pet owners can learn that beagles are friendly family dogs who need measured meals to avoid weight issues (the guide explains the breed’s traits and feeding tips).

Vets advise regular exercise to keep these dogs happy and healthy.

This fall all girls flag football players in high schools must wear approved protective headgear (meeting a five-star rating from Virginia Tech Helmet Lab) under new GHSA guidelines after research showed 1 in 4 injuries involve head impacts; teams non-compliant will face a 10-yard penalty.