🌱 Cop City Stop Work Order Lifted + Officers Distributed Car Clubs

Hi, everyone! It's me, Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters, your host of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch newsletter. Come along for the most important things happening in town. In today's issue, you'll find news about these stories and more...

• Two humanitarian organizations scheduled to host a community food distribution.
• Officers distributing free car clubs to residents in Southwest Atlanta.
• Two inspectors have been reviewing "Cop City" stop work order.

But first, today's weather: Heavy rain and a thunderstorm. High: 49 Low: 42.

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Here are the top stories today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

1. In honor of Ramadan, two humanitarian organizations are scheduled to host a community food distribution in Decatur on April 8. Islamic Relief USA is partnering with the Refugee Women's Network. The two will distribute food in observance of Ramadan. For 30 days in observance of their holy month, Muslims fast from dawn to dusk, they practice prayer, reflection, and commitment to the community. Food distribution is intended to be a way to practice empathy. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. The Atlanta Police Department issued a statement that it’s planning to facilitate a security software update. This announcement came following a rise in Kia and Hyundai car thefts. Social media posts have been popping up regarding the thefts. On April 5, Maj. Antonio Clay and other officers distributed free car clubs to residents in Southwest Atlanta in an attempt to decrease car thefts. (Decaturish.com)
3. A report by two inspectors has been reviewed, leading to the stop work order being lifted at "Cop City." The Atlanta Police Foundation received an email at approximately 4:45 p.m. yesterday, stating that the stop work order was lifted. There have been reports confirming that the BMPs are now back in compliance with DeKalb County building codes. (Decaturish.com)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• The African Diaspora Photo Exhibit — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
• Spring Scavenger Hunt — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
• Teen Take & Make Craft — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
• Reading Rabbit Scavenger Hunt — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
• Take & Make 3-D Earth Spinner — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)

From my notebook:

• The Glennwood DEI committee has been working hard to organize an exciting event. The event is entitled Cocktails and Conversation. It is scheduled for April 21. Participants will explore the concepts of fast fashion and clothing sustainability. (Glennwood PTA via Facebook)
• According to reports the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is being stalled from releasing rules to regulate air pollution. Many are concerned that the effect this is having on the health of people and the environment is enough to act upon the situation with urgency. Our health and our #ClimateCantWait! Sign our petition today." (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• The City of Decatur and the City Schools of Decatur are hosting an open house on Tuesday, April 18. Participants will have the opportunity to meet the planning team and share ideas for the new track and field at Legacy Park." (City of Decatur GA- Government via Facebook)
• Alex Bracken visited the Georgia Center for the Book yesterday. Next week Emily Strasser and Jerry Craft are scheduled for their appearance. You can read the details of the event here, (https://mailchi.mp/dekalblibrary/march-2023-at-gcb-1065552). (Georgia Center for the Book at DCPL via Facebook)

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— Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters

About me: Cherryl Young DBA MamaNyeMatters. I was born in Providence, Rhode Island and moved to Georgia in 2017. My first children's book, You Are the Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow was published in 2021. https://www.mamanyematters.com... I've worked in Atlanta and Gwinnett County Public Schools assisting children who have special needs. I studied Community Development @ Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. My Purpose In Life Is To Connect, Create, Inspire, Write, and Expand and I am ELATED to Be Here as a Contributing Writer @ Patch! Journey With Me...

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