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in Decatur
Friday, January 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The DeKalb County Tax Commissioner's Office educates community groups on property taxes and homestead exemptions through year-round presentations. On Common Ground News
- ➤ DeKalb County is repairing a water main break from 1941, causing residents to boil water and possibly affecting local school operations, with a boil water advisory and water distribution in effect. Decaturish
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lithonia man was sentenced to 70 years, with 63 to be served in prison, for shooting his wife after she filed for divorce, an incident witnessed by their children. Atlanta News First
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four Beacon Hill Middle School eighth graders were awarded REACH Georgia Scholarships for demonstrating academic excellence and commitment, with mentorship and a $10,000 college tuition assistance for Georgia institutions. The Champion
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County officials completed repairs on a major water main break and proposed a 10% annual water rate increase over ten years to fund vital infrastructure upgrades. Atlanta News First
- ➤ DeKalb County, Georgia, municipalities and school districts are deliberating on whether to opt out of Georgia's new statewide floating homestead exemption that limits property tax increases to the inflation rate, with varied stances and public hearings scheduled. Decaturish
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Experience the music of Taylor Swift performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at The Chapel on Sycamore.
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Live Performance by Lonnie Holley with Lee Bains
Enjoy a live music performance featuring Lonnie Holley at Eddie's Attic in Decatur.
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Live Performance by Alexa Rose
Alexa Rose will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, Georgia.
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Brenna MacMillan Live Concert
Brenna MacMillan is set to perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, Georgia, featuring a unique lineup of music.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience the music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a beautifully restored chapel setting illuminated by candlelight.
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Book Launch for Auburn Morrow's 'The Trial Period' with Rachael Allen
Celebrate the debut of Auburn Morrow's novel 'The Trial Period' featuring a talk and signing event with author Rachael Allen.
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Lucas Jack Live Performance
Lucas Jack will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA.
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Mark Jones Live Performance
Enjoy live music featuring classic 70's hits from artists like Linda Ronstadt, Neil Young, and Fleetwood Mac at Napoleon's Grill in Decatur.
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Candlelight: Hip Hop on Strings Concert
Experience a unique Candlelight concert featuring Hip Hop music reimagined with strings at The Chapel on Sycamore.
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Decatur Lunar New Year Festival 2025
The Decatur Lunar New Year Festival celebrates the customs of several Asian countries, featuring food, crafts, cultural performances, and an illustration contest for children, all benefiting Asian American Voices for Education.
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