🌱 Georgia Physicians And Senate Bill 140​ + Free Meals This Easter

Hi everyone. I'm here with your Thursday edition of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Including updates on:

• Free meals for families in the Atlanta area this Easter holiday.
• Georgia physicians' opinions concerning Senate Bill 140.
• 14-year-old Avyana Mitchell still missing.

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

1. Avyana Mitchell, 14, was with her father, at his girlfriend’s mother’s house on Rollingwood Lane on March 28 when she went missing. According to statements, she wandered off without her phone and without telling anyone. She has been missing for approximately a week and her family has been handing out flyers in hopes that they will lead to her safe return. (WSB Atlanta)
2. Georgia physicians are said to be appalled at Senate Bill 140. The bill goes into effect on July 1 and bans hormone therapy and gender-affirming surgery for minors. Physicians feel that politicians are promoting an agenda that disregards medical standards. The bill is part of Republican-led state legislatures that restricts gender transition in young people and in some cases that involve adults. (Atlanta Magazine)
3. A stray chihuahua was captured near Constitution Road in Decatur on Sunday. The animal later tested positive for rabies and has since died. Reports state that the virus is present all year round and that it's not an unusual occurrence. DeKalb residents are urging residents to get their pets vaccinated. (WSB Atlanta)
4. 1-800-TruckWreck and Atlanta KISS 104.1 FM have once again teamed up to provide meals for families in the Atlanta area this Easter holiday. Due to inflation, many families are feeling a financial burden. This event is intended to lighten the load of those undergoing this hardship. The event will take place on April 6 from 6-10 a.m., or while supplies last. The location of the event is the Honey Baked Ham on 3990 Covington Highway in Decatur. The giveaway is open to the public. It does not require registration. The first 500 families to arrive will receive $100 Honey Baked Ham gift cards. (FOX 5 Atlanta)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• 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)
• Marilynn Richtarik in conversation with Geraldine Higgins (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• McCain Library's Paint Chip Poetry Contest is underway. Those interested can stop by the circulation desk near the front door of McCain Library and grab a paint chip or two. Write a short poem on the paint chip card using the names of the paint colors as a muse. You can also type or write on a piece of paper that the paint chip can easily be attached to. (McCain Library, Agnes Scott College via Facebook)
• The recurrent exhortation of the Passover service is said to be intended to remember that everyone at some point was a stranger so with that in mind others must help those who are still considered strangers. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• Tornado warning sirens were tested. The tornado outdoor warning sirens went off yesterday at 5 p.m. The test would have been postponed to Thursday if there were issues with the weather, however, as the weather permitted, the tests went off without any delays. (City of Decatur GA- Government via Facebook)
• McCain Library extended a hearty congratulations to Professor Roshan Iqbal for publishing her new book "Marital and Sexual Ethics in Islamic Law: Rethinking Temporary Marriage." A verse from the Qur’an 4:24 is used to confirm points addressed in the book. (McCain Library, Agnes Scott College via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! See you all tomorrow morning for another update.

— Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters

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