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Good day Decatur! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Has Decatur’s school board already chosen which elementary school to close?
  • Rabid raccoon confirmed near South-Gresham Park—what Decatur pet owners must do
  • How DeKalb’s new Tree City USA honor benefits Decatur neighborhoods

Also on today's calendar: Van Jensen & Delilah S. Dawson - Godfall and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in Decatur-Avondale Estatesfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did the baby computer say to the mommy computer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Decatur-Avondale Estatesfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Wednesday: Cooler with showers around, with a high of 50 and low of 25 degrees.
  • Thursday: Windy and colder, temps: high: 37, low: 24.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 52 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Parents say they've lost faith in Decatur school board after letter appears to choose closing school (wsbtv.com) — Decatur parents are pressing the City Schools of Decatur board for transparency after uncovering a draft letter that names Westchester Elementary as the school to close, even as officials insist no final decision is made. With enrollment down and many empty seats, the board says it will keep reviewing options and could decide on a closure by year’s end.
   

• Racoon tests positive forbrabies case reported in DeKalb County (ocgnews.com) — A raccoon found in the South-Gresham Park area of Decatur has tested positive for rabies, and county officials are urging residents to protect pets and seek care for any bites or scratches. DeKalb Animal Control reminds locals to keep vaccinations current, secure trash and outdoor food, and report unusual animal behavior or any potential rabies exposure immediately.
   

• DeKalb County earns 2025 Tree City USA recognition from Arbor Day Foundation (ocgnews.com) — DeKalb County, based in Decatur, has been named a 2025 Tree City USA for its ongoing investment in urban forestry and tree care. The national Arbor Day Foundation honor recognizes the county’s tree board, ordinance, and per-resident spending on trees, highlighting benefits like cooler neighborhoods, better air quality, and improved health for local residents.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Snow To Hit GA As Temps Plunge To Teens: See When And Where (patch.com)
  • Baby Is First Measles Patient In GA This Year, Officials Say (patch.com)

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