Good morning, Decatur.

Space Explorers: THE INFINITE is a VR experience where visitors spend a day as astronauts at Pullman Yards — Senior Manager Gregory Santoro said it is available for a few more days.

A new survey shows back-to-school spending will hit a record $148.8 billion while local families plan for school supply events.

Decatur’s own Gresham Park Christian Church hosted a Back-to-School Bash on July 25 and will provide more supplies tomorrow (at Flat Shoals Road).

Allison Bombardier of Troop 4475 became the troop's first Eagle Scout by leading a project with local partners to improve community resources; she is also the district’s first female Eagle Scout (covering Soapstone Ridge) and will attend Scouting America’s National Jamboree this summer.

The DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office in partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine launched the first HBCU-sponsored forensic pathology fellowship in the nation, marking a historic milestone in medical education.

Dr. Oluwaseun Ogunbona was welcomed on July 1, 2026 (he will train for one year in forensic investigations).

Melvin K. Carter (26-year veteran and lifelong resident) has been named chief of DeKalb County Fire Rescue to lead the department.

CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson announced the appointment as Carter vows to upgrade leadership and training for the community.

A year after her officer son died, his mother said she was humbled by the CDC renaming a road in his honor + a makeshift memorial remains at the CDC entrance.

Medical experts urge parents to book a back-to-school wellness exam for their children as the season begins, emphasizing checks for physical and mental health.

Dr. Dhaval Desai said fall remains a good time for preventive visits even if the first bell has already rung.

The DeKalb County Medical Examiner's Office partnered with Morehouse School of Medicine and launched the nation’s first HBCU-sponsored forensic pathology fellowship on July 1, 2025.

Dr. Ogunbona began training under board-certified experts as the program aimed to boost diversity and address a shortage of forensic pathologists.