Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of September.
Good morning, Decatur.
📰 Economy
AAA data shows that Labor Day travelers from Decatur will face higher costs with a 2% increase in travel prices and fuel costing about $13 more per 15-gallon fill-up, while heavy airport congestion is expected at Hartsfield-Jackson on Friday, Sept.
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🎓 Education
DeKalb County School District is gathering feedback on student device screen time with a survey open until Sept.
11 — UGA welcomed its first medical class and Children's Healthcare named Dr. Patrick Frias as its new CEO to extend pediatric care.
🏛️ Government
DeKalb County will resume water main replacement on West College Avenue on Tuesday, Sept.
8 — crews will work Monday through Friday from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. with the project set to finish by December if weather holds.
DeKalb County’s Watershed Management plans water main and stormwater repairs that will close lanes on Peachtree Boulevard in Chamblee, West College Avenue in Decatur plus Abby Lane near Brookhaven starting Sept.
8; motorists should expect detours and delays during work hours.
📰 Lifestyle
Decatur community members can meet Blake (today’s featured pet) through furkids.org.
The adoption site highlights opportunities for families seeking a new furry companion.
🏈 Sports
Chamblee High School beat Arabia Mountain 15-8 on Aug.
28 at Adams Stadium. Nine DeKalb teams earned wins in week two of the football season—showing strong comebacks in local sports.
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