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🌱 What's Behind The Recent COVID-19 Surge + Upcoming Open Houses

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Hello, everybody! It's Thursday in Decatur-Avondale Estates and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town. Here's the lowdown...

First, today's weather:

A heavy t-storm in the p.m. High: 86 Low: 72.

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

  1. What's behind the recent surge in COVID-19 cases? Dr. Daniel Ralston, a family medicine doctor in Decatur, took some time to discuss the issues with the most recent mutations of the disease. According to him, about 60 percent of cases right now are BA.5 cases, while 20 percent are BA.4. As to the surge, he says it's due to gatherings for Independence Day. The CDC recommends everyone complete a primary series of vaccinations and at least one booster to protect themselves against a disease unlikely to stop spreading anytime soon. (CBS Atlanta)
  2. Looking for a property to call your own? Patch put together a list of five open houses happening on Saturday and Sunday. A 1,945 square foot home is going for $549,000 on Desmond Drive. Another home, with 1,118 square feet, is going for $448,000 on Mount Olive Drive. To see all the times and locations of the open houses, click the link. (Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch)
  3. DeKalb County police are looking for three suspects who stole a car with a child inside on Tuesday night. According to police, officers responded to a call just after 10:00 p.m. The three individuals stole the running vehicle outside a home on Mill Lake Circle, realized there was an 11-year-old in the vehicle, and pushed the child out before speeding away and crashing the car at Martin Road and Post Road Pass. Read the whole bizarre story at the link. (Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

  • Cat Lost at Sea: A Search Quest at Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library (10:00 AM)
  • LEGO Club at Scott Candler Library (3:30 PM)
  • Nerd Night: Tabletop Gaming at Decatur Library (3:30 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Want to do something for the kids? Wellroot Family Services needs volunteers on Saturday for the Back to School Bash. Jump houses, face painting, games, and treats are all in store for kiddos getting ready for school. But it can't happen without your help - sign up by emailing sbrewer@wellroot.org. (Wellroot Family Services via Facebook)
  • The Decatur Education Foundation is looking for your teen's input. Click here to participate in the VOX Teen Communications Annual Survey. (The Decatur Education Foundation via Facebook)
  • Narvie J. Harris PTA reminds parents to get kids ready for the school year. Click the link for some helpful hints to get negativity under control. (Narvie J. Harris PTA via Facebook)

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Events:

  • Zimri Quartet in Concert (July 23)
  • The City Of East Point Wednesday Wind In the Point (July 27)
  • We Love Teachers 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run (July 30)
  • Comedian Kristina Kuzmic's Hope & Humor Show (July 30)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— Carla Varner

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