Wednesday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 96 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 96, low: 74.
Friday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Commissioner unveils Beautification Grant (thechampionnewspaper.com) — Stone Mountain residents in DeKalb's Super District 7 can now apply for new beautification grants of $1,000 to $5,000 to improve shared neighborhood spaces, with applications due by Sept. 3. The program targets projects that boost safety, appearance, and long-term livability, and is open to HOAs, civic groups, and individual residents representing their communities.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Puppy found this morning, around the tagged area. Please reach out and let me know. He was found walking on the side of the road, seems very skinny and was panting pretty hard. Doesn't have a… (Nextdoor Kennons Ridge Subdivison)
Does anyone know a trustworthy and dependable person nearby who enjoys helping families and might be available for occasional in-home support with my children? I'm looking for someone responsible, patient, and comfortable around young kids. Experience with childcare or respite care would be a big plus. If… (Nextdoor Hairston Bridge)
Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Morning Time Back of House Team Member in Stone Mountain. Apply here.
Kroger posted a job opening for Courtesy Clerk/Grocery Bagger in Tucker. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stone Mountain here.
🗞 Nearby News
Tucker
City of Tucker celebrates Johns Homestead Park repairs (decaturish.com)
Tucker's autumn arts: Performances and workshops to enjoy this season (roughdraftatlanta.com)
Madonna, Taylor Swift lead 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (wsbtv.com)
Clarkston
West Nile Virus found in 4 DeKalb mosquito traps (fox5atlanta.com)
Avondale Estates
Avondale Estates kicks off its Centennial Celebration with a Street Party on Friday, Aug. 28th (atlantaonthecheap.com)
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