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Saturday, October 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County's Watershed Management Department to hold an educational event highlighting the importance of water and water conservation efforts. On Common Ground News
- ➤ DeKalb County Public Library is inviting residents to complete a survey or join a focus group to shape its strategic planning for the future. DeKalb County
- ➤ DeKalb County has implemented an ordinance to ban the outdoor and transient sales of pets to protect animals and consumers, and alleviate shelter overcrowding. On Common Ground News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire originating from trash at a DeKalb County Kroger caused roof damage but no injuries and the cause is under investigation. Atlanta News First
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Capital One's $265 billion Community Benefits Plan aims to transform Georgia with a focus on affordable housing, economic development, and public infrastructure, significantly benefiting low- and moderate-income residents. The Champion
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Agnes Scott College, recognized for its innovative SUMMIT curriculum, ranks No. 1 in Most Innovative Schools for the seventh year by U.S. News & World Report, alongside high rankings in First-Year Experiences, Study Abroad, and other categories. The Champion
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DeKalb County Board of Ethics will hold its next meeting on October 17, 2024, at the Maloof Auditorium, addressing administrative items, committee reports, and preliminary cases. DeKalb County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new health center providing comprehensive healthcare services has opened at Ronald E. McNair Discovery Learning Academy in Decatur, in collaboration with MedCura Health and Emory University. The Champion
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Rreal Tacos celebrates the spooky season with festive decor, limited-time Halloween birria tacos, and holiday-themed drinks across all locations. The Champion
SHOP NEWS
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Wind Down Wednesday: Jazz and Louisiana Cuisine
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Oakhurst Porchfest 2024: A Community Music Celebration
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Tatiana Hargreaves Concert
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
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Cody Marlowe with Special Guest Ryan Moore Live at Eddie's Attic
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Ari Hest Live Concert
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Ronald E. McNair Family STEM Night
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The Fever Dreams Live at Eddie's Attic
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