Local man shares his experience during the Nepal Earthquake
Martin Emanuel of Decatur, 71, was hiking in Nepal on April 25 when the deadly earthquake hit. It took Emanuel 4 days to be able to contact home and 8 days to leave the country. The earthquake's death toll is now estimated at 8,400. [Nepal: In His Own Words]
Interim DeKalb CEO to resign
Interim DeKalb County CEO Lee May is expected to resign his commission seat today. May has been the interim CEO for two years as charges were pending against suspended CEO Burrell Ellis. His seat resignation will lead to a special election. [Details Here]
Thug: Accurate or racist?
Thug is a word that has been bandied about over the last year after the massive riots in both Ferguson, Missouri and Baltimore, Maryland. Is the word an accurate description of people who participate in criminal activity or a more polite substitute for the N-word? [Discussion Here]
The Braves hit DC
Fresh off their 2 consecutive wins against the Phillies, the Atlanta Braves are heading north to take on the Washington Nationals. Game 1 of the 3 game series is tonight. [What to Know About the Nationals]
Now that’s a transformation!
A Realtor and his wife transformed a crumbling 1907 Kirkwood Victorian into the envy of the neighborhood, all while infusing their personality into the space with art. Take a tour of this week's Private Quarters. [House Tour Here]
Reminder: Mother’s Day is Sunday
Did you forget? Don't worry, there's still time to make plans! Check out our guide to Mother's Day activities Mom will actually want to do. [10 Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day]
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