Thursday, January 30th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs is hosting its 9th Annual Father-Daughter Dance in Decatur, GA, on February 13, with open registration until February 12. On Common Ground News
- ➤ DeKalb County residents express concerns over a proposed crematorium at Washington Memorial Gardens due to air pollution, increased traffic, and potential impact on property values. Atlanta News First
- ➤ Emergency repairs have commenced on Claremont Road in DeKalb County, with no current details on the cause or completion timeline. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ A MARTA bus driver, Tamara Nolan, resigned over alleged neglect of her safety concerns, following the murder of fellow driver Leroy Ramos. Fox 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Derric Alexander Simpson was sentenced to 25 years, with 10 years mandatory confinement, for injuring a police officer and other charges after a 2019 traffic stop in DeKalb County. WSB-TV
- ➤ DeKalb County police are conducting an active investigation in Decatur, causing significant traffic disruptions around Columbia Drive and I-285. Fox 5 Atlanta
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Falcons' Bijan Robinson gifts a Super Bowl 59 trip to Army veteran Jeff Carroll, acknowledging his service and sacrifice. FOX 5 Atlanta
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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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A Celebration of Women Songwriters by Jordan Thorne
Enjoy an intimate evening of music and storytelling featuring artists Jordan Thorne, Carly Burruss, and Lizzie Driggers at Eddie's Attic.
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Nico Play Live at Eddie's Attic
Nico Play will be performing live at Eddie's Attic, a popular venue known for its intimate music atmosphere.
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Concert by Alex Lambert featuring Harper O’Neill
Alex Lambert will perform live at Eddie's Attic with special guest Harper O’Neill.
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Toronzo Cannon Live Performance
Experience the soulful Chicago blues of Toronzo Cannon at Eddie's Attic with his original songs and compelling storytelling.
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Greg Satterthwaite with Special Guest Terence Harper Live at Eddie's Attic
Ropeadope Records artist Greg Satterthwaite performs a soulful piano concert with special guest Terence Harper at Eddie's Attic.
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Jack Blocker Live Performance
Jack Blocker will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, Georgia, offering an engaging musical experience for attendees.
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Jeffrey Martin with Bob Sumner Live Performance
Singer-songwriter Jeffrey Martin, known for his intimate style, will perform live with special guest Bob Sumner at Eddie's Attic.
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Art At The Park: Caribbean Edition
The event celebrates Caribbean art and culture with diverse art forms, international cuisine, and live music performances at Exchange Park.
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