Pardon our progress! Work has begun on the installation and remodeling of crosswalks in downtown Decatur.
Please use caution when crossing the street. Cones have been temporarily placed at the crosswalks to alert drivers until they are restriped.
30 Days of Shopping in Decatur this November: Jump-start your holiday spirit – and your holiday shopping – with local daily tips on The Decatur Minute.
Little Shop of Stories just got bigger! Come check out the latest expansion to Decatur’s downtown bookstore, offering even more reading nooks, train tables, and shelves for the goods – “good reads,” that is! This colorful, cozy store has something for every reader, from baby’s-first board books to the latest young adult fiction picks, non-fiction must-reads, and much more. Stumped by the selection? Their friendly staff makes expert recommendations for your next book – or your tricky gift-lister’s.
Tip: Join in the fun tonight, Thursday, Nov. 3, during their expansion opening party! Enjoy snacks, crafts, and live music at 7 p.m.
Extra tip: Shop here on Terrific Thursdays and reap the rewards: in November, earn a $5 gift certificate for every $50 spent; in December, earn a $10 gift certificate for every $100 spent.
Extra extra tip: Join in Storytime – three times a week!
Little Shop of Stories
133 E. Court Sq.
404-373-6300
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30 Days of Shopping in Decatur this November: Jump-start your holiday spirit – and your holiday shopping – with local daily tips on The Decatur Minute.
Get Fido in on the festivities! Furry Tails Pet Shop offers hand-picked products for dogs and cats with quality, durability, and a good dose of fun in mind. You’ll find whimsical toys, delectable treats, and stylish collars, leashes, beds, and accessories that see your pet through puppy (or kitty) years and beyond. The shop also stocks a range of high-quality pet foods for healthy, happy furry companions.
Look for locally crafted artwork and decor items for the pet lovers on your list. Yes, you can shop for humans here, too!
Tip: Shop Furry Tails on Terrific Thursdays for buy one, get one half off deals on treats. Bring home a free can of cat or dog food with the purchase of a toy.
Extra tip: Get through the last of the election with a grin. Take 25 percent off of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump printed poop bags!
Furry Tails Pet Shop
228 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-205-5049
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A contractor working the N. McDonough streetscape overhaul has hit an unmarked powerline on North McDonough Street, just after noon today, knocking out power to a significant portion of downtown Decatur, including Decatur High School.
No injuries have been reported. Georgia Power is on scene and repairs are underway.
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The holiday season is here and it’s time to unveil the official 2016 Decatur holiday ornaments. Get a first look this Friday, November 4, 5- 10 p.m. at Wild Oats & Billy Goats- 112 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Make a Night of it! Wild Oats & Billy Goats is just one of 13 ArtSpots on the Nov. 4 Artwalk, presented by the Decatur Arts Alliance. Visit shops and restaurants all around town and see any (or all) of the free exhibits.
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Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of November so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 3 November 2016.
If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.
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30 Days of Shopping in Decatur this November: Jump-start your holiday spirit – and your holiday shopping – with local daily tips on The Decatur Minute.
Grab a growler or mixed six-pack and be the hit of the party – or the Wednesday night. Ale Yeah! Craft Beer Market offers hand-picked brews in bottles and on tap. Their vast seasonal selection and their staff’s expertise will get you through holiday celebrations and cozy nights alike. Check out autumnal specialties while they last, then look for witty, winter-inspired flavors later on in the season. Ale Yeah! specializes in finding the best local brews and sourcing international winners as well, so you can’t go wrong.
Need a hostess gift? Sub a festive 750ml for a bottle of wine, then add elevated bar snacks – locally crafted, of course!
Tip: Take 10 percent off of all food items (think nuts, crackers, cracklin’s, and beer-inspired jams and preserves) on Terrific Thursdays.
Ale Yeah! Craft Beer Market
906 W. College Ave.
404-371-4331
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Decatur Police officers will be conducting pop-up trunk or treat stops at the following locations and times. Stop by to say hello to officers and pick up more treats!
Officers will be at the following locations at 7:00pm:
- In front of Oakhurst Elementary
- Maxwell Street and 3rd Avenue
- In front of Winnona Park Elementary
- South McDonough Street and West Hill Street
- Glendale Avenue at Mt. Vernon Drive
- Electric Avenue at Robin Street
- Adair Street at Hibernia Avenue
- Kathryn Avenue at Chelsea Drive
Officers will be at the following locations at 7:30pm:
- Ansley Street at Adams Street
- In front of FAVE on 5th Avenue
- Kirk Road at Oldfield Road
- Garland Avenue at Brower Street
- In front of The Church at Decatur Heights on Sycamore Drive
- In front of Clairemont Elementary
- Clarion Avenue at Nelson Ferry Road
- Superior Avenue at Willow Lane
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Save the date for the 2016 Public Works Open House!
Have a question about renovating? Have a question about sanitation? Want to find out more about complete streets? The doors to the Leveritt Public Works Building will stay open late on November 10 for an all-resident Open House.
The open house is your chance to get info about Public Works services and to tour our award-winning Leveritt Public Works Building. Staff from the Facilities, Sanitation, Design-Environment & Construction will be present to answer your questions.
The open house will take place on November 10 between 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Leveritt Public Works Building, 2635 Talley Street. For more information, contact DEC Director John Maximuk at John.Maximuk@Decaturga.com or call 678.553.6570.
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The MARTA Police Department will create a simulated full-scale training exercise (Operation Deep Impact) on Saturday, Nov. 5 (after revenue service) until the early morning of Sunday, Nov. 6 at the Sandy Springs and Decatur MARTA stations.
These annual drills are designed to evaluate emergency response capabilities in the event of an actual threat to the system.
WHAT: Full Scale Police Training Exercise
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 5 at 11:30 p.m. through Sunday, Nov. 6 at 3 a.m.
WHERE: Sandy Springs and Decatur MARTA stations
MARTA will be single-tracking at the Decatur Station from 11:30 p.m., with rail service ending at midnight. Bus service will continue at the Decatur bus loop for the entire evening. A bus bridge will start between East Lake and Avondale from 11:30 p.m. until end of revenue service to accommodate for the closed rail lines at Decatur.
Regular service will not be interrupted at the Sandy Springs Station. Customers will be guided by MARTA personnel who will be posted near the platform entrances since portions of the parking deck will be closed for the exercise.
This training exercise provides the opportunity for MPD, MARTA staff and other emergency response agencies to address potential incidents, such as terrorist attacks, pandemics or natural disasters, in a real-life setting.
The Federal Transit Authority and the Department of Homeland Security require that transit agencies of MARTA’s size conduct these exercises to assess plans and response capabilities.
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