Arts + Culture

Exploring Home on a Global Stage

The Indigo Girls Bring It Back to Decatur Article by Caroline Ficken | Photography by Shervin Lainez There are musicians who play cities, and then there are musicians who belong to them. Emily Saliers, one-half of the Grammy-winning Indigo Girls, belongs to Decatur. Not in a nostalgia-poster kind of way, but in the school pickup line, Ace Hardware on a Saturday morning, season tickets to Atlanta United kind of way. On July 19, Saliers and her longtime musical partner Amy Ray will headline...

Life + Culture

Explore Avondale Estates

There is so much to do just next door! Article by Decatur City Lifestyle Arepa Mia Arepa Mia serves unforgettable Venezuelan cuisine in Avondale Estates, offering naturally gluten-free arepas, bold flavors, and a welcoming covered patio, making it a favorite for casual dining, gatherings, and cultural food experiences year-round. Avondale Estates Farmers Market Avondale Estates Farmers Market is a beloved Sunday tradition, featuring local produce, artisan goods, baked treats, and...

Real Estate

Exploring Decatur:

A Local's Guide from Two People Who Know It Best Article by Katy Mallory | Photography by Albright Photography Chad and Christina Carter know Decatur the way only a certain kind of person can — not just as residents, but as the people who spend their days moving through its neighborhoods, walking its streets, and helping families find their place within it. Since arriving in 2011, the husband-and-wife real estate team has become one of the most active and recognizable names in City of Decatur...

Local Services

Building a Legacy

The Face of Legacy Park, Dorsey Nobles on leadership, growth, and serving Decatur with intention. Article by Decatur City Lifestyle Dorsey Nobles shares how mentorship, service, and a deep commitment to the Decatur community have shaped his leadership journey. In this Q&A, he reflects on the legacy he hopes to leave behind and offers advice for young men striving to lead with purpose and impact. When you think about the long-term impact of your leadership, what kind of legacy do you hope to...

Travel

Where the Pacific Never Ends

Inside Mexico's most extraordinary luxury all-inclusive resort experience. Article by Sean O'Keefe Perched on the northern rim of Banderas Bay, where the Sierra Madre Mountains rise in quiet majesty behind a coastline of endless, untamed beaches, Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit doesn't simply sit beside the sea — it surrenders to it. Endless beach stretches in both directions from the heart of the property, as if the resort was placed precisely where the Pacific Ocean decided to stop for a...

Travel

Scenic Georgia

Dramatic landscapes within easy reach of metro Atlanta Article by Decatur City Lifestyle Summer in Georgia makes it easy to look for places that feel a little outside the normal routine. Within a few hours of Decatur, some landscapes range from colorful canyon walls to deep river gorges and clear mountain streams. These places stand out because of how unusual they look compared to most of the state. Here are four outdoor destinations that are especially striking for a July day trip. A...

Arts + Culture

Decatur Watchfest26 June Lineup

Big Boi sets the stage. Article by Caroline Ficken June in Decatur Square is shaping up to be less of a concert series and more of a full-on cultural moment for Atlanta, as Decatur WatchFest26 syncs live music with the global energy of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Leading the charge is none other than Big Boi, Atlanta royalty and one-half of Outkast, whose kickoff performance on June 11 sets the tone for a month that blends hometown pride with international flair. There’s something poetic about...

Entertainment

Decatur WatchFest ’26 is Here

The 34 Day Decatur Festival Kicks Off June 11th. Article by Caroline Ficken As the world looks ahead to the  FIFA World Cup 2026™, Decatur is getting ready to do what it does best: pull people together. Just six miles from downtown Atlanta, Decatur has launched its own celebration, known as Decatur WatchFest '26. From June 11 through July 19, Decatur WatchFest will turn the newly renovated Decatur Square into a gathering place for soccer fans, music lovers, and people who just want to be part...

Life + Culture

Purpose in Practice

How David Junger’s decades in Decatur reshaped his view of leadership, impact, and community. Article by Caroline Ficken David Junger   Deputy City Manager Can you share a defining moment or early experience that sparked your commitment to leadership? How has that sense of purpose shifted or deepened as you’ve grown, both personally and in your career? As of May 2026, I will have had the pleasure of working for the City of Decatur for 36 years. My career began as an intern at...

Life + Culture

Beecatur

Celebrating ten years as a Bee City USA® and a community committed to pollinators Article by Caroline Ficken Beecatur Celebrating ten years as a Bee City USA® and a community committed to pollinators. In a city known for its strong sense of community and environmental awareness, one small insect has made a remarkably big impact. As the City of Decatur celebrates a decade as Georgia’s first affiliate of Bee City USA, Beecatur continues to lead the charge in pollinator education, advocacy...