48 stories · Inside The Perimeter, Atlanta
Established in 2005, Atlanta's league is one of the first in the Women's Flat Track Derby Association. Matches at Agnes Scott reintroduce a sport that long outgrew its 1970s cable-TV reputation and now plays as a real competitive league.
The April 21 forum at Porter Sanford III Performing Arts and Community Center drew around 200 attendees in person plus 350 watching online. Participants included Olu Brown, Geoff Duncan, Jason Esteves, Derrick Jackson, Michael Thurmond, Clark Dean, and Kenneth Yasger.
The Decatur-based musician, half of the Grammy-winning duo, revealed she has been diagnosed with two incurable conditions impacting the voice that has defined Indigo Girls records for nearly four decades.
Over 50 residents packed Rainbow Baptist Church Monday night to hear the Democratic gubernatorial candidate and former state senator connect the data center boom to rising power bills, diesel pollution, and straining water systems.
Saturday's event brought neighbors together while highlighting organizations working to build a greener, more connected Decatur.
The Atlanta musician revealed she has cervical dystonia and essential tremor, conditions that make holding a straight tone impossible. The duo is adding musicians to their upcoming tour and asking fans for grace.
The Decatur theater company kicks off a full season of plays that Shakespeare only contributed to, starting with 'Sir Thomas More,' a collaborative manuscript that still lives at the British Library.
Board members indicated they're open to adjusting the controversial ECLC project after community scrutiny over the plan for Electric Avenue and W. Trinity Place.
The hospital's third annual fair brings together 20 Black, female-owned businesses in maternal health, including doulas, lactation consultants, and mental health professionals.
Three Democratic candidates for Georgia governor will face off Wednesday in an hour-long debate: former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan, and former DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond.
The Beacon Hill GrassRoots Coalition is urging the city of Decatur to complete an archaeological survey of a City Schools of Decatur-owned greenspace at 346 W. Trinity Place before any development decisions are made.
The DeKalb County district attorney is warning that HB 369, which would change how district attorneys are disciplined, could face a constitutional challenge if signed into law.
The city of Decatur is rolling out a subscription-based curbside composting program starting April 21. For $19/month, residents get a 7-gallon bin and weekly pickup.
All MARTA faregates will remain open until May 2 as the agency rolls out its new tap-to-pay system. Riders must switch to a new orange Breeze card or use contactless bank cards by the deadline.
A jazz club will open this summer inside the 1935 Decatur Post Office building on East Trinity Place, bringing live music to one of the city's most recognizable landmarks.
The Decatur City Commission will hear public input Monday evening on whether to designate Beacon Hill as a local historic district, a move that would shape future development in the neighborhood.
DeKalb County's district attorney is drawing a line on a bill that would reshape prosecutorial authority, promising a court challenge if the governor signs it.
After passing a bill requiring voter referendums on large school bonds, Decatur's state legislators are urging the district to restart its early childhood learning center planning.
Watershed Management crews are investigating a major water main break at the intersection of North Druid Hills and Lawrenceville Highway.
The Georgia General Assembly passed a local bill requiring voter approval for City Schools of Decatur bonds over $20 million. A referendum on the ECLC expansion will be on the fall ballot.
The Decatur Development Authority is selling 252 S. Columbia Dr. to Woda Cooper Development. The site will become workforce housing, adding to the city's limited affordable stock.
The Decatur Development Authority is selling 252 S. Columbia Dr. to Woda Cooper Development, with plans to build a workforce housing project on the site.
The Druid Hills private school for gifted and exceptional students announced it will shut its doors on April 3, leaving families scrambling just weeks before the end of the school year.
The Decatur-area barbecue spot has huge smokers constantly billowing aromatic smoke. The results are uneven, but worth a stop for fans of wood-smoked meat.
County and state lawmakers from five metro counties call the Republican-backed measure an unconstitutional power grab targeting Democratic strongholds.
The new 65-seat restaurant on the Decatur square offers dishes inspired by chef Palash Kadam's travels, from brussel sprout bhel to jackfruit carnitas tacos. Co-owners want it to be a modern gathering place for lingering over shared tastes.
DeKalb County saw thousands march in Tucker and Decatur. In Macon, the rally ended when the sheriff tried to address concerns about ICE cooperation and protesters refused to let him speak.
The county's Digital Shield initiative has led to arrests since late 2025. The most recent case involved over 300 tires dumped at a church on Glenfair Road.
The airline chief marks 10 years leading Delta and nearly 30 years with the company. He'll receive an honorary doctorate at the May 11 ceremony and address the Class of 2026.
Protesters filled the streets from the Memorial Drive Greenway to the State Capitol on Saturday, joining nationwide demonstrations. Senator Raphael Warnock urged the crowd to stand up for democracy.
The legislation targets district attorneys, commissioners, and clerks in Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Cobb, and Clayton counties. DA Fani Willis called it "blatantly unconstitutional."
The Head and the Heart, Natasha Bedingfield, and Soul Asylum headline the free two-day festival at Blackburn Park. About 60,000 people are expected.
The 3-2 vote blocks a public referendum on a $23 million bond for a new early learning center. Parents say the public should have a voice on a project this large.
The bookstore will take over a 14,000-square-foot space in the shopping center formerly occupied by Westside Market. It's one of 60 new stores the chain plans to open this year.
The Head and the Heart, Soul Asylum, and Natasha Bedingfield headline the free two-day festival at Blackburn Park. An estimated 60,000 people are expected.
The city is planning Decatur WatchFest'26, a 34-day festival during the FIFA World Cup this summer. An economic impact study projects big returns.
Hundreds of frustrated parents packed a feedback session on the district's controversial Student Assignment Project. Parents from Oak Grove and Evansdale protested outside with signs.
The Cottages at Midway is launching next week with 18 standalone houses built around shared courtyards and green space. It's an attempt to create more accessible single-family housing near downtown Decatur, where median home values have climbed past $700k. The pocket neighborhood approach is exactly what we need more of in high-demand areas.
Robert Montwaid, the guy behind New York's famous Gansevoort Market, is bringing his third Atlanta food hall concept to the new Vela Park development near East Lake Golf Club. The multi-concept destination opens mid-April with six different chef-driven concepts, craft cocktails, and roomy outdoor dining.
The long-awaited transformation of West Howard Avenue from a high-speed drag strip into a people-friendly Complete Street is almost finished. The project includes a two-way cycle track with concrete barriers, new sidewalks, and traffic calming measures between downtown Decatur and East Lake MARTA station. It's been nearly a decade in the making.
A school crossing guard was hospitalized Friday afternoon after being hit by a vehicle making a left turn at South Candler Street and Kirk Road. The guard was walking eastbound in the crosswalk with a pedestrian signal when the driver failed to yield. Police cited the driver for the violation.
The gloves came off at Monday's Decatur City Commission meeting as commissioners publicly blasted school board members over their handling of the controversial $22 million Early Childhood Learning Center project. The city commission is now worried the school district might sue them if they try to interfere.
The city is moving forward with a $234,015 project to replace the WatchFest'26 FIFA World Cup mural at Church and Sycamore streets. The current mural celebrating the upcoming World Cup will make way for something new.
The Beacon Hill Grassroots Coalition is calling for a full archaeological survey of the greenspace at 346 W. Trinity Place before Decatur Schools moves ahead with their controversial $22 million Early Childhood Learning Center. The group says the site has deep history involving the Muskogee Creek Nation and enslaved African Americans that needs to be preserved.
The Decide DeKalb Development Authority approved funding last week for sections three and five of the popular trail that connects Emory with Mason Mill Park and other greenspaces. The 2.6-mile existing trail through forests and wetlands is getting extended to provide better off-street access to schools, jobs, and retail between I-85 and Emory.
The Decatur City Commission will take up the question of replacing the WatchFest mural during their regular meeting Monday night at City Hall. The mural discussion comes as part of ongoing conversations about public art and community representation in the downtown square area.
A 44,639-square-foot campus in Decatur opened Friday to train students in welding, HVAC, and electrical trades. The school aims to address the nearly 400,000 unfilled skilled trade jobs across the U.S., a number projected to hit 2 million by 2033. The campus is part of StrataTech Education Group's expansion into high-demand workforce markets.
A major new trade school just opened in Decatur with 44,639 square feet dedicated to training welders, HVAC technicians, and electricians. Tulsa Welding School is trying to fill the massive skills gap, with 400,000 unfilled trade jobs nationwide expected to hit 2 million by 2033. The timing couldn't be better for people looking for stable, well-paying careers.
Decatur is technically its own city, not an Atlanta neighborhood, but nobody cares about that distinction in daily life. It sits just east of Atlanta along the MARTA rail line, centered around the charming Decatur Square with its old courthouse, independent shops, and restaurants. Decatur has long had a reputation as a progressive, walkable, food-obsessed small city, and that reputation is well earned. If you want to live ITP-adjacent without dealing with Atlanta city government, Decatur is the move.
The food scene in Decatur is genuinely one of the best in the metro area. Leon's Full Service is a cocktail bar and kitchen that consistently ranks among Atlanta's best. The Brick Store Pub has one of the most impressive beer selections in the Southeast. Kimball House does oysters and cocktails in a converted train depot. Chai Pani brings Asheville's beloved Indian street food concept to the square. You also have Butter & Cream, Revival, Iberian Pig, and a deep bench of independent restaurants that would be the pride of most cities. The annual Decatur Book Festival is one of the largest in the country.
Housing in Decatur ranges from downtown condos and apartments within walking distance of the square to single-family homes in surrounding neighborhoods like Oakhurst, Winnona Park, and MAK Historic District. The City of Decatur school system is its own district (separate from DeKalb County schools) and is a major draw for families. MARTA's Decatur station puts you on the rail line with direct access to Midtown, Downtown, and the airport. The vibe is bookish, foodie, community-minded, and a little smug about all of it.