Good morning, Decatur.

Challenges, Games and Comics relocated to Northlake Festival Shopping Center in Tucker after being forced from Northlake Mall over the summer, with owner Antonio Cade holding a soft opening on July 27 to keep the community space alive for comic and gaming fans.

Local businesses support high school football teams in DeKalb County as rising youth sports costs push schools to seek community aid.

Sponsors including Chick-fil-A, Matthews Cafeteria and Ford's BBQ fund uniforms, equipment and travel & help build lasting ties.

The Stonecrest branch of the DeKalb County Public Library hosted a free program on Aug.

22 that traced the history of Black gospel music from its roots to modern sounds as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration; Rev. Marc Grace led musical presentations that encouraged audience participation.

DeKalb County unveiled a marker on Decatur Square on Aug.

21 that honors the forced removal of the Muscogee (Creek) people and the 2021 removal of a Confederate cannon by local activists; a permanent art installation is planned at Agnes Scott College.

DeKalb County commissioners will meet today to discuss a proposed noise ordinance that limits daytime sound levels to 65 decibels and could ban gas-powered leaf blowers and mowers in residential areas (the proposal awaits further committee recommendation).

Eight mosquito traps in our county tested positive for West Nile virus this year, and local health officials are monitoring the situation.

They will advise residents on precautions as testing continues.

A dead bat found in the Tilly Mill Road area last weekend tested positive for rabies, the DeKalb Public Health Department says.

Residents are advised to keep pets up to date on vaccines and to seek medical care if bitten or scratched (contact DeKalb County Animal Control for guidance).

A dead bat tested positive for rabies on Aug.

21 in the Terry Mill Road area, and county officials urge residents to update pet vaccinations and monitor for unusual behavior (wild animal trapping will occur only if an animal bite or scratch is reported).

Evie is featured as the pet of the day from a local animal rescue — families can learn how to adopt her by checking the rescue website for details.

Roaring Social now offers The Roaring Jewel Martini, an over-the-top cocktail made with Beluga Gold Line Vodka, champagne, and Beluga Caviar—a $10,000 experience that includes a five-carat diamond tennis necklace.

The drink is available at Decatur and Alpharetta locations.