🌱 Decatur Downtown Development's Recommendations + Grier Family Sues

Hi there, Decatur-Avondale Estates! It's me, Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters, your host of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch newsletter. Let's get this Tuesday started off right with a quick review of everything you need to know about what's happening in town, including updates on...

• The family of Brianna Grier, filing a civil rights lawsuit.
• The Decatur Downtown Development's recommendations.
• Degas Wright, of Decatur Capital Management, accepted into the ArtExpo Basel Show in Switzerland.

But first, today's weather: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 83 Low: 66.

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

1. Nic Wilson, whose grandmother, Elizabeth Wilson, the first African American woman to become mayor of Decatur, spoke about why he wanted to become governor of Georgia. During his interview, he shared how his family always wanted to be of help to others and how they were always interested in the news. (MLB.com)
2. At its meeting on June 16, The Decatur Downtown Development made recommendations that the city should move forward with its downtown master plan. Further discussion concerning this recommendation is scheduled to take place at the Decatur Downtown Development meeting today. (Decaturish.com)
3. The family of Brianna Grier, a 28-year-old Decatur woman, who died after falling out of a moving police car, recently filed a civil rights lawsuit. The family's lawyer made the announcement last week. According to reports, the officers who placed Brianna in the back seat of the police car didn't close the rear passenger door before they drove off. Brianna suffered brain trauma and later died on July 21 of last year. (GEORGIA LAW NEWS)
4. Degas Wright, the portfolio manager of Decatur Capital Management, was recently accepted into the ArtExpo Basel Show in Switzerland. His original watercolor art painting, ‘Paceline,’ was placed on an electronic billboard within Switzerland's EuroAirport last week. (FIN News)
5. According to DeKalb County officers, a fight between two individuals led to a shooting this past weekend. The incident happened at a nightclub on Glenwood Road in DeKalb County. Everyone survived the incident, however, five people were injured. Officers have stated that the victims were still in the hospital and no arrests were made at the time. (WSB Atlanta)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

Tuesday, June 20

• Small Business Committee Meeting — DeKalb Chamber of Commerce (10:00 AM)
• Preschool Storytime — Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library (11:00 AM)
• Brush It On — Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library (1:00 PM)
• Sewing Skills: Stuffed Animals — Decatur Library (2:00 PM)
• Book Buddies Book Club — Decatur Library (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Red Devils won the Training Legends Father's Day Classic AAA Championship! Proof that hard work pays off. (Druid Hills Youth Sports via Facebook)
• In recognition of Juneteenth, City Schools of Decatur district offices and school buildings were closed on Monday, June 19." (City Schools of Decatur via Facebook)
• A special shout-out went out to the Atlanta Intown Stars for another generous sponsorship this summer. They have chosen to be a part of the summer tournament campaigns taking place for the Druid Hills Youth Sports events. (Druid Hills Youth Sports via Facebook)

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• DeKalb Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Presents "A Night at the Movies" (June 20)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll see you soon!

— Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters

About me: Cherryl Young DBA Mama Nye Matters I was born in Providence, Rhode Island. I moved to Georgia in 2017. I studied Community Development at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. Through writing and as a public speaker, I create, empower, inspire, and equip others. As a Contributing Writer at Patch.com, I hope to incorporate my zest for writing and informative nature to all of our readers. Journey With Me... My first children's book, You Are the Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow (YAPGER) is an amazing book about a little girl named Nyla. One day Nyla becomes sick and it's up to her fit and fun-loving family, the Farmers to help Nyla feel better. With a rainbow array of foods, laughter, culture, and love, Nyla's family might have her feeling better in no time. https://www.mamanyematters.com...

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