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Hi everyone! I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. In today's newsletter, we have these stories and more:

• K-9 apprehending a 19-year-old suspect.
• The Charter Review Commission's meeting on Wednesday.
• Mayor Jonathan Elmore addressing issues regarding smart growth and development.

But first, today's weather: Breezy; a morning t-storm. High: 79 Low: 45.

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

1. Avondale Estates Mayor Jonathan Elmore addressed issues regarding smart growth and development in his State of the City address. The speech was made Thursday, March 30, at Wild Heaven Beer. In 2022, the city delivered the Town Green project which included a commercial development. Construction on the development is said to begin this year. (Decaturish.com)
2. The Charter Review Commission met on Wednesday and was a continuation of the larger discussion surrounding the DeKalb County Chief Executive Officer position. The county is the only county in Georgia with this type of county executive officer. Discussions regarding the efficiency of the system have been ongoing since its beginning. (Decaturish.com)
3. Chris L. Jackson, 19, of Atlanta, who was wanted for murder and armed robbery was apprehended by a K-9 officer in a multi-jurisdictional effort that involved the DeKalb County Sherriff’s Office Fugitive Unit, Georgia State Patrol, U.S. Marshalls, Atlanta Police Department, and Fulton County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit. The incident took place on March 24. The suspect was eventually arrested on Fairburn Road SW in Atlanta. According to officials, Jackson attempted to flee and was subdued by a K-9 officer. He was later transported to a local hospital. His current condition is not presently known. (Champion)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• Spring Fling Party in Frazier-Rowe Park (11:00 AM)
• Take & Make Tissue Paper Rainbows — Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library (All Day)
• The African Diaspora Photo Exhibit — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
• Land Escapes: Journeys to Freedom — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)

From my notebook:

• LifeLine Animal Project is paid to oversee getting potential homes for pups in DeKalb and Fulton counties. These shelters reportedly undergo the threat of euthanasia due to issues surrounding a lack of space. There are plenty of pups and dogs that need to be rescued. Those interested in rescuing can visit their website. (Doggie Harmony Rescue via Facebook)
• The final day of Women's History Month is here, and Georgia Interfaith Power and Light is giving thanks to Carol Bartlett and her late husband Rev. Woody Bartlett. The two founded Georgia Interfaith Power and Light in 2003. They are pioneers of environmental justice and Mrs. Barlett is seen as a beacon of hope. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• Functional Family Therapy (FFT) is a short-term, intervention program that helps improve child-parent relationships and resolve behavioral issues. These services and more can be found at Wellroot Family. (Wellroot Family Services via Facebook)
• The Georgia Center for the Book has amazing events scheduled for next week. A list of the events can be found on their website, https://mailchi.mp/dekalblibrary/march-2023-at-gcb-1065544. (Georgia Center for the Book at DCPL via Facebook)

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