🌱 U-Haul Crashes Into Utility Pole + A Bit Of Baton Rouge In Decatur

Hi everyone. I'm back with your fresh copy of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Daily. Let's get this Friday started off right with a quick review of everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town, including updates on...

• The driver of a U-Haul van fleeting the scene of an accident
• A bit of Baton Rouge in Decatur might soon come to an end
• Decatur's unemployment rates

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Mostly sunny. High: 48 Low: 28.

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

1. A bit of Baton Rouge in Decatur might soon become history. What began as a small gathering inside a living room increased to a crowd of 100, then a parade full of people having a ball on Mead Road in Decatur. Emily and David Berg moved to Decatur from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in 1996. When the family began to feel homesick, they thought to bring a bit of their Baton Rouge vibes to their new hometown, the Mead Road Mardi Gras. The parade has turned into a success as people have gathered in their elaborate costumes, listening to music, dancing , and having a good time. This has been a tradition since 2014 and has raised over $40,000 for the Decatur Education Foundation. With many great memories created, the Bergs and those who have been involved in the fundraising events are ready to "throw in the towel" or beads! They are now looking for people to take over the parade. The deadline is on Feb. 4, 2023. Anyone interested in keeping the ball rolling, email Emily Berg at keanbergkrewe@gmail.com. (Decaturish.com)
2. Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said there has been a decrease in some of the unemployment rates here in Georgia. This includes Southwest Georgia, which covers Decatur, Dougherty, Grady, and other neighboring areas. A year ago, the rate was 3.2 percent compared to a 3.1 percent rate in more recent records. (WFXL FOX 31)
3. If you're looking for a little fluff, purr, a bark or two, pet adoption might be for you! Decatur-Avondale Estates animal shelters have reports of thousands of animals needing a forever home. Paws Atlanta is just one of the shelters on a list which Patch and Petfinder have compiled for pets and soon to be pet owners. (Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch)
4. The driver of a U-Haul van ran from the scene of an accident. The DeKalb County Police stated the vehicle smashed into a utility pole on Wednesday night, Jan. 25. The crash caused power outages in the Belvedere Park neighborhood. Georgia Power crews were called to the scene to help with the safely removing wires and debris. (Decaturish.com)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• World Cinema — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
• Webinar — Develop an Import / Export Business (9:30 AM)
• Webinar — Best Franchises to Buy (and Why) in 2023 (1:00 PM)
• Stuffed Animal Sleepover — DeKalb County Public Library (2:00 PM)
• Varsity Basketball VS TUCKER — Decatur High School (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• In commemoration of Decatur's bicentennial, the city is gathering stories to preserve and document. StoryCorps is also partnering with this event. Do you have a story to tell? (City of Decatur GA- Government via Facebook)
• 2023 Hometown Heroes Award and City of Decatur service awards presentation took place. The near hour-long video can be viewed on YouTube. (City of Decatur GA- Government via Facebook)
• Last chance to sign up for the Tu B’Shvat Tree Planting event and Seder! The event is taking place on Feb. 5. 73 trees are to be planted in Wade Walker Park to help sustain urban forest and celebrate Tu B'Shvat. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• The Winnona Park Equity Team & the PTA DEI Committee are excited for the WPES Black History Month Celebration that will be taking place during the month of February. All are invited as the students at Winnona Park take part in the Living History Museum. (Winnona Park PTA via Facebook)
• The Education Program Orientation is being held on Jan. 30. If you are a resident of Georgia and desire to obtain your High School Equivalency (GED), you are invited to participate in DeKalb County School District's Adult Education Program. (Nextdoor)

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