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Opinion: DeKalb County Schools’ demographic destiny Recent news of a potential closure of nearly 27 schools in DeKalb County has many residents on edge about the county's future, making it time to confront difficult decisions about how the county moves...

Great column by King Williams.

The Atlanta Sci-Fi and Fantasy Expo returns March 14 Atlanta Sci-Fi and Fantasy Expo is back for its 8th edition on March 14-15 at Northlake Mall. Tickets are free, sponsored by Challenges Games and Comics.

The Atlanta Sci-Fi and Fantasy Expo returns March 14-15. The locally run convention, organized by Challenges Games and Comics, is now in its eighth year.

As the laid off Middle East News Editor, I concur. Management eliminated the positions of every single staff correspondent and bureau chief in the Middle East.

Stonecrest hosts ‘Battle of the Drumlines’ at Miller Grove Stonecrest presented the 'Battle of the Drumlines', a day filled with rhythm and pride that strengthened ties between schools, universities, and the community.

These photos are the absolute best.

Decatur High set to host AI discussion with Emory expert Decatur Education Foundation, in partnership with the Decatur Parents Network, is continuing its speaker series on March 16 with an anticipated discussion on artificial intelligence and students.

FYI

CNN's audience could shift to MS Now and other places and it will be ok.

CBS besides 60 mins already kind of sucked.

Don't get me wrong. The overall situation is not great. But, I don't think we need to give into doomerism and look at the possibilities on what we can build. (2/2)

My thoughts as well. I understand the concern re Orbanization. However, the US media landscape has already shattered into fragments and imho independent media will only become more robust. (1/2)

Lee May appointed DeKalb Commission chief of staff A familiar face is returning to DeKalb County. Former commissioner and CEO Lee May was appointed to serve as the county commission’s chief of staff on Feb. 26.

A familiar face is returning to DeKalb County. Former commissioner and CEO Lee May was appointed to serve as the county commission’s chief of staff on Feb. 26.

Driver who caused 5-year-old’s death will serve five years Michelle Wierson is sentenced to 15 years, with 5 years to serve in prison, for causing the death of 5-year-old Miles Jenness in a car accident due to reckless driving in 2018.

Michelle Wierson will serve five years in prison for causing the death of 5-year-old Miles Jenness in 2018.

Michelle Wierson has been found guilty but mentally ill in the 2018 death of 5-year-old Miles Jenness. For the full story, visit www.decaturish.com/public_safet...

DeKalb Commission to consider opening a homeless day center DeKalb County, Georgia, plans to discuss the implementation of a homeless day center during a regular meeting scheduled for February 26 at the Government Service Center.

COO Zach Williams said during the Finance, Audit and Budget Committee meeting Feb. 25 that the county is looking to open a shelter at Peace Baptist Church on Covington Highway.

Editor’s note: Listening for sounds of life in DeKalb County Elementary schools define communities. They are the hearts and souls of neighborhoods. When they close, it can feel like removing a vital organ. But these small neighborhood schools are inefficient to...

"I was not surprised to see my neighborhood school on the chopping block when the list of potential closures was released earlier this month. Its days have been numbered for as long as I’ve lived here."

Waffle House–linked $1M donation surprises Avondale Estates It is a surprise gift officials say could support major community priorities, but will not be discussed for immediate use as the city awaits the outcome of pending state legislation.

Wow.

Trial of Michelle Wierson concludes; deliberations to begin After seven years, a week-long trial and a final contentious day of closing arguments, a jury will now decide whether Michelle Wierson was legally insane when she caused a 2018 crash that killed 5-yea...

The jury will have its work cut out for it as it considers a case that is both straightforward and complex.

Baby, goodbye — Demolition begins on Decatur’s Baby Kroger Bye-bye, Baby Kroger! Demolition has begun at 720 and 750 Commerce Drive as AMLI Residential prepares to redevelop the site with 358 apartments and a new grocery store.

End of an era

DeKalb School Board pushes back on school closure proposal Roughly two weeks after the landmark announcement that marked 27 school buildings for possible closure, the DeKalb County school board member’s opinions are mixed.

News out of today's retreat ...

Decatur WatchFest ‘26 announces event volunteer program Decatur WatchFest’26 is launching a volunteer program to support the event series in Decatur around the FIFA World Cup this summer. The organization is seeking to select and train 350 volunteers.

Decatur WatchFest’26 is launching a volunteer program to support the event series in Decatur around the FIFA World Cup this summer.

Know Your Neighbor — The persistent Priscilla Davenport Editor’s note: “Know Your Neighbor” tells the untold stories of interesting people who live in our community. To nominate someone for this feature, email decaturish@appenmedia.com

Priscilla Davenport quietly kept the receipts about her local recreation center. For years, Davenport nudged county officials to reopen a pool at N.H. Scott Recreation Center. The delays have been costly, but now the pool is on track to reopen on Memorial Day weekend.

Might as well.

Dear Decaturish — School closures should be a last resort With thoughtful collaboration, data-driven planning, and genuine community partnership, DeKalb can stabilize enrollment, protect public assets, and build a stronger future for students and families al...

Anyone want to place bets on how many letters to the editor we're going to run this year related to school closures?

Want to run for elected office? Qualifying begins next week In DeKalb County, Board of Commissioners Districts 2, 3 and 7, School Board Districts 2, 4 and 6, and State Court of DeKalb County judges are up for election.

After the last election, we got feedback from readers who wanted to know more about how to qualify to run. We took that to heart and acted upon it. If you're interested in running, here's what you need to know.

DeKalb Police investigate triple shooting in Greater Decatur One of the victims died from their injuries. The other two are in serious but stable condition. Police learned of the shooting at about 4:14 a.m. when three people arrived at Emory Decatur Hospital on...

Police are asking the public for tips as they investigate this incident.

DeKalb NAACP branch hosts Black History Month program On Feb. 21, the NAACP DeKalb County Branch presented its 2026 Black History Month program at Rainbow Park Baptist Church on Columbia Drive in Greater Decatur.

It's always an honor to be invited to these events and given the opportunity to share these important stories.

DeKalb committee defers tire dumping policy to April The DeKalb County Employee Relations and Public Safety Committee, at its Feb. 17 meeting, recommended deferring a tire dumping policy until April, pending potential state legislation.

The DeKalb County Employee Relations and Public Safety Committee, at its Feb. 17 meeting, recommended deferring a tire dumping policy until April, pending potential state legislation.

Decatur to discuss adding planters on Church Street The Decatur City Commission will hold a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, at Decatur City Hall, 509 N. McDonough St. There will also be a dinner session at 5:15 p.m., an executive sessi...

During the work session, the commission will discuss quick-build safety improvements on Church Street and Clairemont Avenue.

Medication noncompliance is not something you can use to prosecute someone, per the Georgia Supreme Court ruling.

Why is this described like an evil billionaire business plan

Jesus Christ, ICE is pretending that their planned 10,000-person concentration camp in the outskirts of Atlanta is nothing more than a country club complete with a furnished gun range.

@joshtpm.bsky.social posted it on Talking Points Memo earlier, so credit where credit is due. Just sharing it because it's really quite something.