DeKalb County District Attorney Robert James is joining with several community groups to host an event focused on responsible pet ownership later this month.

The Paws for the Cause event will feature live low-cost veterinary services and animals for adoption, as well as live entertainment and food vendors.

The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 14 at Glenlake Park in Decatur.

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Yemaya Lyles (right) wipes away tears during a news conference in front of the Rockdale County Public Schools administration building on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. Lyles' son, Antonio, was assaulted by a paraprofessional, who has since been fired and charged with battery. Lyles says her case against the school district has dragged on since then. (Miguel Martinez/AJC 2023)

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