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Decaturish.com is a news website based in Decatur,GA. We cover Decatur, Avondale Estates, Atlanta, Stone Mountain, Tucker, Clarkston and DeKalb County.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · Nov 15
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Sherice ♒ @soloinacrowd.bsky.social · 14h
Thank you for your service!
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The Decaturish team proudly presents this voters guide as a service to our readers voting in the Nov. 4 general election. Races on the ballot include the state Public Service Commission and city elections.
The Decaturish Nov. 4 Voters Guide
The Decaturish team proudly presents this voters guide as a service to our readers voting in the Nov. 4 general election. Races on the ballot include the state Public Service Commission and city elect...
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 16h
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adtree.bsky.social @adtree.bsky.social · 17h
What an absolute service to #DecaturGa and #DekalbCountyGa.

Being an informed voter is hard. Functioning democracy depends on it, and guides like this help a lot.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 18h
The Decaturish team proudly presents this voters guide as a service to our readers voting in the Nov. 4 general election. Races on the ballot include the state Public Service Commission and city elections.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 18h
The Decaturish team proudly presents this voters guide as a service to our readers voting in the Nov. 4 general election. Races on the ballot include the state Public Service Commission and city elections.
The Decaturish Nov. 4 Voters Guide
The Decaturish team proudly presents this voters guide as a service to our readers voting in the Nov. 4 general election. Races on the ballot include the state Public Service Commission and city elect...
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 23h
I will not back down.

Trump is now calling for the arrest of elected representatives checking his power.

What else is left on the path to full-blown authoritarianism?
Donald Trump Truth Social Post: Chicago Mayor should be in jail for failing to protect Ice Officers! Governor Pritzker also.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 22h
Three DeKalb County public libraries were awarded $500 each in grant funding and materials through a program called Flight Path, which aims to educate the public about birds.
Three DeKalb libraries awarded grants for bird education
Three DeKalb County public libraries were awarded $500 each in grant funding and materials through a program called Flight Path that looks to educate the public about birds.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 1d
Q: Are you planning to invoke the Insurrection Act?

TRUMP: Well, it's been invoked before. If you look at Chicago -- Chicago is a great city where's a lot of crime and if the governor can't do the job, we'll do that job.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 1d
The DeKalb County School Board received an update during its Oct. 6 meeting that the district will begin requiring 30 minutes of recess starting in January. The announcement followed community backlash after it was reduced to 15 minutes at some schools.
DeKalb: school recess time increased, new honor announced
DeKalb County School District board received an update during its Oct. 6 meeting that the district will begin requiring 30 minutes of recess starting in January 2026 following community backlash from ...
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 2d
From our media partner @atlantanewsfirst.com
DeKalb County homeowners fed up with string of break-ins
DeKalb County police seek help identifying burglary suspects targeting homes in Decatur area. Matthew Dellaria and Aaron Kelly share experiences of theft in the neighborhood. Residents feeling unsafe ...
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Hans Appen @hansappen.bsky.social · 2d
One of my new favorite covers. Well done @decaturish.bsky.social team! Go vote, DeKalb!
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 2d
Starting in January 2026, DeKalb elementary schools will begin requiring 30 minutes of recess following community backlash against reducing recess to 15 minutes.
DeKalb Schools recess will be 30 minutes by January
Starting in January 2026, DeKalb elementary schools will begin requiring 30 minutes of recess following community backlash against reducing recess to 15 minutes.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 2d
Lots of election stuff is getting posted today. It's that time of year ...
Dear Decaturish - Shortell endorses Avondale candidates
Lisa Shortell, an outgoing Commissioner, endorses Luis Suazo and Dan Marcec for the Board of Mayor and Commissioners, citing their dedication to a thriving, economically diverse Avondale Estates.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 3d
SOUTH CAROLINA… “Judge Goodstein was walking on the beach when the fire started. Her husband, Arnie, was in the house with children and perhaps grandchildren. The family had to escape by jumping from a window or balcony...” www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 3d
We're going to roll out all of our candidate Q&As soon, as well as the letters to the editor. Numerous candidates responded, so bear with us. We have a lot of work to do ... supportyourlocalnews.com
Candidate Q&A: Tucker mayor candidates share their vision
The three candidates running for mayor in Tucker responded to a Q&A from Decaturish. Their answers have not been edited.The candidates are running to replace incumbent Mayor Frank Auman, who is te...
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 3d
Happening tomorrow.
Decatur City Commission to discuss plans for Oakhurst Park
The Decatur City Commission will meet Monday, Oct. 6, at 7:30 p.m. at Decatur City Hall, 509 N. McDonough St., and virtually via Zoom. There will also be a dinner session at 4:30 p.m. and two work ses...
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 6d
Wow we're almost $250 away from meeting 50 percent of our goal. Amazing!
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Support Decaturish and help us provide locally sourced news about your community! Decaturish has had a huge year in 2025. Thanks to our readers' support, we hired a new reporter, launched a new websit...
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 6d
For its 16th year straight, Taste of Tucker is returning to Tucker’s Main Street.
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16th annual Taste of Tucker returns to Main Street Oct. 4
For its 16th year straight, Taste of Tucker is returning to Tucker’s Main Street. This year’s event will be held Saturday, Oct. 4, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event is a blend of community, food, and fu...
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 6d
Update ...
Atlanta journalist detained by ICE loses federal appeal
A federal court has rejected an appeal from Mario Guevara, the Atlanta-based Hispanic journalist who had been detained by federal immigration officials since June 14, to halt his pending deportation.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 6d
Zoe is so important to our team and we appreciate everything she does for us.
Meet Zoe Seiler, Decaturish.com’s assistant editor
Discover the person behind the news at Decaturish, Zoe Seiler, assistant editor covering DeKalb County and Decatur. Passionate about reporting and local government.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 7d
This is a big deal.
Superintendent: District could sell Druid Hills High campus
DeKalb County School District’s long-running discussion on the future of Druid Hills has narrowed down to three options, with a decision expected in November.
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Sara Amis @saraamis.bsky.social · 7d
Jane Goodall was a childhood hero. I got to interview her two years ago for @decaturish.bsky.social

Hail the traveler

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Legendary primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall speaks at Legacy Park for International Day of Peace
This story has been updated. Decatur, GA — Dr. Jane Goodall, best known for her groundbreaking research on wild chimpanzees in Tanzania, spoke at an International Day of Peace Youth
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 7d
From our media partner @wabe.org
Atlanta reparations commission seeking public feedback
The City of Atlanta's Reparations Study Commission is seeking public feedback from Black residents advocating for redress on historical discrimination issues.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 8d
A 1-million-square-foot data center is being proposed at 4280 and 4358 Loveless Place and 2281 Pineview Trail in Ellenwood, Georgia, in South DeKalb County. The DeKalb County Commission deferred the application during its Sept. 30 zoning meeting.
1 million square-foot data center proposed in South DeKalb
A one-million-square-foot data center is being proposed at 4280 & 4358 Loveless Place and 2281 Pineview Trail in Ellenwood, Georgia, in South DeKalb County. The DeKalb County Commission deferred t...
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 8d
Pretty interesting under-the-radar discussion happening in DeKalb County ...
DeKalb Commission defers reducing square footage of houses
The DeKalb County Commission, at its Sept. 23 meeting, deferred an item that could reduce the minimum square footage requirements in some single-family areas.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 9d
Local business owner Chris Brennaman said Tucker City Councilmember Vinh Nguyen surprised him with a business proposal concerning Brennaman’s planned arcade on Main Street.
Tucker council member asked for piece of arcade business
Local business owner Chris Brennaman said Tucker City Councilmember Vinh Nguyen surprised him with a business proposal concerning Brennaman’s planned arcade on Main Street.
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Decaturish @decaturish.bsky.social · 10d
Mayor Beverly Jones’ story about her decision to take over the city’s bank accounts — and the unaffiliated account of the Downtown Development Authority — has changed significantly since the issue came to light in May.
Stone Mountain mayor’s story about bank trip keeps changing
Mayor Beverly Jones' turmoil with the city’s bank accounts has raised serious questions about her leadership and credibility. The story has evolved significantly since May, with conflicting details em...
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