🌱 DeKalb Jail's New Medical Service's Contractor + Local Top Chef

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• The DeKalb County Jail hiring a new private contractor to handle its medical services.
• Culture & Community, a talk about belonging.
• Local chef placed on the list of the top chefs in the country.

But first, today's weather:

Nice with clouds and sun. High: 89 Low: 66.

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

1. On June 1, the DeKalb County Jail hired a new private contractor, Armor Health of Miami, to handle all of its medical services. Prior to Armor Health of Miami, Wellpath and Centurion were the County jail's contractors. Wellpath and Centurion are named in a lawsuit that was filed by an inmate's family, Anthony Walker, who sadly died while in DeKalb County jail. (Decaturish.com )
2. Terry Koval has been placed on the list of the top chefs in the country! Koval is the owner and head chef of The Deer and the Dove restaurant located on Sycamore Street in downtown Decatur. The restaurant opened in 2019 and specializes in “rustic, New American” cuisine. (WSB Atlanta)
3. DeKalb County Public Library and Inclusivv, are hosting an event to address the importance of belonging in workplaces, academic affiliations, and communities, post the pandemic. The event is titled “Culture & Community: Let’s Talk About Belonging.” It will take place on June 8 at 6 p.m., at the Clarkston Community Center, 3701 College Ave. Registration and light refreshments will begin at 5:30 p.m. (On Common Ground News)
4. At approximately 3 a.m. a young male was shot. The shooting occurred near Wesley Club Drive in Decatur. He was taken to the hospital. The victim's identity has not been released. The incident is still under investigation. (Patch)

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Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

Wednesday, June 7

• Webinar - Explore Marketing Options to Drive Revenue for Your Business (10:00 AM)
• Membership Committee Meeting - DeKalb Chamber of Commerce (10:00 AM)
• Books and Babies Storytime - Decatur Library (10:00 AM)
• Heirloom Plants - Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library (11:00 AM)
• All Together Now: Family Yoga - Decatur Library (2:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Cooking your favorite curry dishes may be a bit easier thanks to Avondale Estates Farmers Market. There are now ready-to-use Jar Masala's spice jars. This can add a bit of spice to your home-cooked meals. (Avondale Estates Farmer's Market via Facebook)
• Last week, the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church's Annual Conference was held in Athens. Methodists throughout Georgia can together to join in their shared faith and community. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• Tornado Warning Sirens are scheduled for 5 p.m. this evening. If needed, the test will be postponed to Thursday. For more information, please visit the Tornado Outdo..." (City of Decatur GA- Government via Facebook)

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• Sketchworks Comedy's Sketchy Solstice (June 9)
• 38th Annual Virginia-Highland Summerfest (June 10)
• Free Screening of "SWIM TUFF: How I Swam My Way Out of the Bottle" (June 13)
• Out of this World! 30th Anniversary Concert (June 17)
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— 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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