Education

Academy for Innovation

Dr. Kristy Beam Is Reimagining What Opportunity Looks Like for Atlanta Students Article by Tiffany Dillard Dr. Kristy Beam has spent her career doing the thing most people only talk about: Closing gaps, opening doors, and building systems that actually work for students who have been overlooked, underestimated, and underserved. Now, with the Academy for Innovation in Medicine, she is changing what is possible for an entire generation of young people who deserve to see their future clearly...

Local Services

The Science of Trust

Inside Canine PhD's approach to happier, better-behaved dogs, changing their lives and the people who love them, one wagging tail at a time. Article by Decatur City Lifestyle Every dog owner has been there: the leash lunge at another pup on the sidewalk, the frantic barking when the doorbell rings, the dog who simply won't settle down no matter how many times you ask. For many families, these moments feel like a mystery with no solution. At Canine PhD, the team has built their entire approach...

Shopping

Small Wonders

Local favorites for little ones; and the grownups who love them. Article by Caroline Ficken Whether you're celebrating a new arrival, searching for the perfect birthday gift, or simply looking for a memorable afternoon with the kids, these locally owned shops make everyday moments feel a little more special. Thoughtfully curated, community-minded, and full of charm, each one offers something that can't be found in a big-box store. PLAY & CREATE Clubhouse Kid & Craft Part toy store, part...

Health + Wellness

A Teacher Who Fosters Hope

Decatur Foster Mom Shares Another Side of “Back to School”  Article by Katy Mallory   Emily Spears knows what back-to-school mornings look like from two vantage points: As an elementary school teacher, she has spent years welcoming students through her classroom door — backpacks zipped, new shoes, the excitement of a first day humming through the hallways. And as a foster parent, she has stood in a different kind of doorway: helping children she barely knows get ready for a school that isn't...

Shopping

Inside Little Empire

A family- run boutique blending premium labels, kid-imagined designs and resales Article by Decatur City Lifestyle | Photography by Albright Photography There's a particular kind of chaos that comes with raising small children, the spilled juice, the 2 a.m. wakeups, the negotiations over which socks are acceptable that day. Megan and Ted, the husband-and-wife team behind Little Empire, have a name for it: Thunderdome. It's not said with dread, though. It's said with affection, the way you...

Local Services

Community That Cares: Decatur's Animal Welfare Network Is Strong

PAWS Atlanta, DeKalb County Animal Services, and LifeLine Animal Project work together, they need your family's help Article by Decatur City Lifestyle It takes a village. Locally, three organizations have spent decades brining communit together around the care of its animals. PAWS Atlanta, DeKalb County Animal Services, and LifeLine Animal Project form one of the most comprehensive animal welfare networks in metro Atlanta. At the heart of all three missions is a belief as simple as it is...

Health + Wellness

A Familiar Clinic, A New Chapter

Church Street Animal Hospital expands its approach to local pet care. Article by Amanda Sabetai Tucked along one of Decatur’s busiest streets, Church Street Animal Hospital has quietly cared for local dogs and cats for decades. Now, the long-standing veterinary clinic is entering a new chapter, blending its neighborhood feel with expanded services, additional doctors and a more integrated approach to pet care. “It’s been a real staple in the Decatur community for 30 years,” said Rita Kuhn...

Life + Culture

Young Entrepreneur Fair- Green Orthodontics,

Local kids get the chance to showcase the ideas they’ve turned into real-world businesses. Article by Amanda Sabetai   Held May 17, this year’s fair featured approximately 70 kid-run businesses at the Young Entrepreneur Fair hosted by Green Orthodontics, offering everything from toys and baked goods to custom accessories and service-based ideas. Behind each table, participants gained experience speaking with customers and making sales while building confidence as they saw their creativity...

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...