Good morning, Decatur.

Decatur Makers hosted a Community Repair Café on Sept.

12 at their workshop on West Ponce de Leon Ave, where 100 local residents brought broken lamps, guitars and other household items to be fixed free of charge & volunteers quickly worked to extend the life of everyday goods.

Arts DeKalb is set to present a free live Latin jazz concert — featuring the C.O.T Band — and an art exhibit by Miguel Millo on Friday, Oct.

16 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Porter Sanford III Performing Arts Community Center in Decatur to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

After the Decatur Book Festival, organizers banned Kiss and Tale Romance Bookshop from future participation after visitors reported that staff failed to greet Black shoppers along with others.

The decision follows numerous complaints about selective treatment at the event.

First Alert Meteorologist Jennifer Valdez said Hurricane Isaias has reached winds of 80 mph and will move northeastward through the Gulf, so residents should monitor local forecasts and prepare for strong conditions.

A Georgetown University policy organization study released Sept.

24 found that local and statewide households, including those in Decatur, struggled to afford food and healthcare, with 36% facing food challenges and 48% unable to pay for medical costs (data from federal and local surveys).

Dr. Sofia Chaudhary warned that E-bike injuries are rising and urged local parents to enforce safety rules + ensure proper gear is used for riders.

In October (breast cancer awareness month), Joanne interviewed a doctor and a survivor to discuss recovery and concerns about cancer coming back.

Their conversation gives Decatur residents clear, practical insight into early detection and ongoing care.

After a win in Game 2, Angel Reese said, 'stay together, play together' as the Atlanta Dream are one win away from reaching the WNBA Finals.

Local fans can follow the team’s progress + support them as they prepare for the decisive match later this week.