Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of September.
Good morning, Decatur.
🎭 Culture
Five artists were selected to create murals at Halo Decatur, a new mixed-use development near the Avondale MARTA station in downtown Decatur.
Dominic Laporte’s signature work will be shaped with community input during a Sept. 28 meeting from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Three Taverns Brewery (121 New St.).
🎓 Education
The DeKalb County School District is addressing under-enrollment & overcrowding by developing plans to adjust resources & class sizes for students.
Officials say the new strategies will improve learning conditions as efforts continue to better serve the community.
📰 Lifestyle
Marriage counselors Woodrina and Martez Layton shared how a sermon on resurrection Sunday helped restore their marriage after infidelity—a change that now drives them to guide other local couples toward strong unions.
Their approach is drawing attention in the community.
🏈 Sports
Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski said he will decide on a starting quarterback for Sunday’s home opener against Carolina as Michael Penix Jr.—recovering from a torn knee ligament—may return soon.
His teammates remain eager to see him play as plans continue to evolve.
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