March 13 was a second day of life-changing announcements in metro Atlanta due to the coronavirus pandemic, as many major institutions shut down. And more is likely to come, as Gov. Brian Kemp said he will declare a state of emergency — giving him broad powers to respond — on the morning of March 14. The following is a roundup of coronavirus stories that impacted Dunwoody.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND GROUPS
Dunwoody suspends municipal court, zoning cases and meetings at annex building
DeKalb Public Library system to close March 14 due to coronavirus pandemic
Local youth sports organizations halt seasons due to coronavirus concerns
Marcus JCC in Dunwoody closing for the weekend; affiliated schools shutting down for a week
SCHOOLS
Many local private schools to close due to coronavirus concern
Local schools providing free meal programs for students amid closures for coronavirus concerns
STATE
Early voting canceled in Brookhaven, still available in Dunwoody
OTHER EFFECTS
MARTA says it will operate normally for now, encourages teleworking
Coronavirus shutdowns to have ‘huge impact’ on local arts economy
Some major Christian denominations ask worshipers to stay away during coronavirus
Publix grocery stores to begin closing at 8 p.m. amid coronavirus preparations
Georgia Power to suspend power disconnections during coronavirus response