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Saturday, January 10th, 2026

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Three men attempted a Guinness World Record as they raced through all 38 MARTA stations on Thursday, Jan. 9 in Decatur. They moved quickly between stops in hopes of achieving the fastest transit time.  Fox 5 Atlanta
  • Boxes containing brand-new books and items were dumped in a parking lot along South Hairston Road after contractors worked to clean out the home of the late John Davison (author, musician and school founder) who passed away years ago. The contractor said he will return to remove the boxes.  WSB-TV

CULTURE NEWS

  • Bruno Mars will perform in Atlanta on April 25 at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field as part of his new The Romantic Tour. Tickets will go on sale Jan 15 (with presale starting Jan 14 via BrunoMars.com) ahead of his upcoming album release.  Fox 5 Atlanta

ECONOMY NEWS

  • A study by Georgia State University and SPARC found that many families in DeKalb County spent up to 77% of their income on extended-stay hotels — costing around $2,661 a month, a rate much higher than local apartment rents.  Fox 5 Atlanta
  • Georgia State University and SPARC find over 4,600 residents in DeKalb’s extended-stay hotels spend up to 77% of their income on lodging, trapping families in poverty. A complete report will be presented to county commissioners Tuesday (offering insights to address the crisis).  Fox 5 Atlanta

HEALTH NEWS

  • DeKalb County emergency teams report a 60% rise in flu-related 911 calls as CDC data confirms record 'super flu' activity; health officials advise residents to call emergency services only for life-threatening situations — get vaccinated and practice good hygiene.  FOX 5 Atlanta

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Livvy's Love Fun Run/Walk 2026

    8-10 a.m. — Stone Mountain Park — Registration required — Participate in a fun-filled run or walk for a great cause supporting youth.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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  • Dan Bern Live Performance

    9-11 PM — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $26.70 — Experience the captivating live performance of Dan Bern, known for his deeply moving and imaginative songs.

    Mon, 1/19/26

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  • 211 Miles From Nashville

    9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $14.46 — Experience an eclectic night of live music with talented artists in an intimate setting.

    Tue, 1/20/26

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  • Jordan Thorne Live Concert

    9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $14.46 — Experience Jordan Thorne's powerful vocals and unique blend of classic rock, pop, and country music.

    Wed, 1/21/26

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  • Maple Street Band & The Haymakers Live Concert

    10:15 PM-12:15 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $16.68 — Experience the vibrant sounds of electric rock and southern influences in an all-ages setting.

    Sat, 1/24/26

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  • Dry January Zero-Proof Cocktail Class

    4-6 p.m. — The Iberian Pig — Full zero-proof menu available for purchase — Craft three non-alcoholic cocktails while learning mixology techniques.

    Sun, 1/25/26

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  • Tinsley Ellis Live

    7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Entry info not provided — Experience the electric blues-rock mastery of one of Atlanta's finest guitarists.

    Fri, 1/30/26

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  • Adam Ezra Group Live Concert

    4-5:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience an intimate performance by Adam Ezra Group as they connect with fans in a cozy setting.

    Sun, 2/1/26

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  • Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience Atlanta’s top songwriters as they showcase their original music at a beloved local venue.

    Mon, 2/2/26

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  • The Sweet Lillies Live Performance

    7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $26.70 — Experience the heartfelt and collaborative music of The Sweet Lillies alongside special guest Vaylor Trucks.

    Tue, 2/3/26

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