Good morning, Decatur.

Southwest DeKalb High School announced the passing of Hall of Fame coach William 'Buck' Godfrey on Aug.

1. He coached for 30 years and helped over 250 athletes earn college scholarships, finishing with 274 wins plus 27 playoff appearances.

Today, Super District 7 Commissioner LaDena Bolton in partnership with the DeKalb County Community Development Department announced a new beautification grant program offering $1,000 to $5,000 for eligible projects — enhancing shared community spaces.

The agency will accept applications from Aug. 3 to Sept. 3 at its office in Decatur.

DEMA marks National Emergency Management Awareness Month in August as it urges residents to update kits, create family plans, and enroll in DeKalb Alert for emergencies across the county.

Its efforts show the continuous work of professionals who help the community prepare + respond.

Fork & Vine Social opened in January to offer Decatur a neighborhood hangout where diners sip, savor, and socialize with New American cuisine.

The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch, dinner & weekend brunch at 910 West College Avenue.

The Columbia Eagles won the DeKalb County Air It Out championship at Cobb Stadium on July 21—rallying from a 13-6 deficit to beat Southwest DeKalb 21-13 after a five-game run that started with a 25-0 win over Clarkston Angoras.