🌱Lyft Giving Free Lifts To Local Job Seekers + A Slew Of Racial Slurs

Greetings everyone! It's me, Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters, your host of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Including updates on:

• Decatur High School teacher receives disciplinary actions after he repeatedly blurts racial slurs in front of his students
• Lyft and Goodwill team up to offer jobseekers free rides
• DeKalb County convenience stores will soon require surveillance cameras

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 53 Low: 37.

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

1. Students at Decatur High School were placed in an unfortunate situation when one of their teachers repeatedly used a racial slur. Undisclosed disciplinary actions have been taken against the teacher, yet it is evident that students still feel uncomfortable with being taught by this teacher as some have withdrawn from tutoring sessions taught by him. Phil Cuffey, the co-chair of the Beacon Hill Black Alliance for Human Rights, stated that he wonders if the training that teachers receive concerning racial bias is effective. (Decaturish.com )
2. Searching for work just got a little less expensive. Lyft and Goodwill have teamed up to provide free rides for those looking for work. From now until Dec. 31 jobseekers can register at Goodwill of North Decatur, located at 2201 Lawrenceville Highway in Decatur, and receive a code qualifying them for free Lyft transportation, to and from interviews and training. Those interested can call 844-344-9675. (Champion)
3. A fair share of poultry, fruits, vegetables, sweets, and more, all at your fingertips. The Beulah Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2340 Clifton Springs Road, and the Shy Temple CME Church, located at 2030 Wesley Chapel Road, both in Decatur are scheduled to give out food boxes on Dec. 17. DeKalb County Government and community leaders are grateful for their contributions in this effort which is happening throughout DeKalb's counties. (Press Release Desk)
4. Customers of DeKalb County convenience stores have something to look forward to. By June 30, 2023, all convenience stores and high-risk businesses are going to be required to have working surveillance cameras. The ordinance was approved by DeKalb County Commission's office on Dec. 13. (Decaturish.com)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• Scavenger Hunt: Happy Holidays — DeKalb County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Webinar — How to Increase Profits and Sales (10:00 AM)
• Jewelry with Gin — DeKalb County Public Library (12:00 PM)
• Chair/Mat Yoga with Mariam Gilmer — DeKalb County Public Library (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Calling all dog lovers. If you are looking for a little furry friend to love, Doggie Harmony, located at 1700 Northside Drive may have just what you need. Those interested can visit the organization located at the address mentioned in this post. (Doggie Harmony Rescue via Facebook)
• Books are always a great gift idea, and You are the Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow, can be a great gift idea and you can support your local authors while doing so. Those interested can call 470-596-2854. https://www.mamanyematters.com...
• Those interested in free online tutoring can go to dekalblibrary.org to register. (https://www.dekalblibrary.org/)
• The DeKalb County Libraries will be closed for the holidays between Dec. 24- Dec. 26 and Jan.2. (https://www.dekalblibrary.org/)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters

About me: Cherryl Young DBA MamaNyeMatters. I was born in Providence Rhode Island and moved to Georgia 5 years ago where I wrote my first children's book, You Are the Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow. I studied Community Development @Roger Williams University. 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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