Good morning, Decatur.

Artist Arrtaddict, known as Lisette Correa, celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by dedicating a mural on the Beltline as a tribute to Puerto Rican culture and her late grandmother — she painted her first large-scale work in 2019 and now has nearly 90 murals across Decatur, Krog Street, and other local spots.

Avondale Estates returns Shakespeare at Sunset on Town Green with three shows: Taming of the Shrew on Oct.

10, Merchant of Venice on Nov. 14, and A Christmas Carol on Dec. 5. Music starts (6 p.m.), kids programming (6:15 p.m.) and main shows begin at 7 p.m.

A prolific mural artist in Decatur unveiled a vibrant new mural celebrating his family's Puerto Rican heritage (a tribute to local culture) during Hispanic Heritage Month.

A DeKalb middle school sixth grader died on Thursday, Sept.

17, and his family started a GoFundMe (for funeral expenses) to help cover costs.

Two local families experienced serious illness from West Nile virus this summer after a mosquito outbreak in Decatur + health officials advise residents to use repellent and remove standing water to protect themselves.

DPH confirmed eight West Nile virus cases and one death as mosquito traps in counties (Chatham, Fulton, and DeKalb) tested positive while the season lasts through October.

Residents are urged to use EPA-registered repellents and clear standing water to reduce mosquito exposure.

On Wednesday, the Hawks announced their promotional schedule for the 2026-27 season featuring 15 theme nights (including bobblehead giveaways, kids games, and a tribute to Ted Turner) with single-game tickets now on sale.