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🌱 Decatur Art Professor's First Book + Rashard Johnson Named CEO

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Hello again, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Daily. Follow along for the most important things happening in town...

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 94 Low: 76.

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

  1. Rosemary Erpf, a Decatur art professor, published her first book at age 75. Erpf has led a long, prosperous career in the art world, with notable accomplishments like directing an NYC gallery and teaching contemporary art at SCAD Atlanta. You can purchase the book here. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution, Subscription)
  2. Rashard Johnson has been named CEO of three Emory Healthcare hospitals, including Emory Decatur. Bryce Gartland, the Emory Healthcare hospital group president, mentioned confidence in Johnson's extensive experience and looks forward to the growth he will bring. (Becker's Hospital Review)
  3. DeKalb Police need help finding a missing 12-year-old who ran away from home over the weekend. As of Tuesday night, the child has not been found. Lay'la Moss is 5'4", has brown hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a green shirt with army fatigue pants. Any information can be reported to DeKalb Police at (770) 724-7710. (11Alive.com WXIA)

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Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

  • Decorate A Mermaid At DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
  • Outdoor Toddler Time At Scott Candler Library (10:30 AM)
  • Beginning Sewing: The Basics At DeKalb County Public Library (2:00 PM)
  • Belfast (Summer Movie) At Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

  • As the Clifton Corridor Transit Initiative begins, MARTA is hosting a series of in-person and virtual events to gather feedback. You can sign up for the session here. (City of Decatur GA- Government via Facebook)
  • Do you have a soft spot for children's books? An exhibition featuring Oliver Jeffers' 15 years of work will be featured at the High Museum of Art through Aug. 7. (Decaturish.com )
  • Wellroot Family Services: Want to make your home a little happier? Wellroot Family Services is hosting a virtual information session for possible foster parents on Monday. (Wellroot Family Services via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Carla Varner

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