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in Decatur
Friday, February 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Little Shop of Stories in Decatur, GA is expanding into the adjacent former Starbucks location, planning to introduce a coffee shop and café alongside its book offerings. Decaturish
- ➤ DeKalb County's refugee and immigrant communities are experiencing heightened fear due to ICE raids and changes in U.S. refugee policy, impacting their legal status and family unification, according to Doris Mukangu of the Amani Women Center. The Champion
- ➤ DeKalb County police are actively searching for an 11-year-old boy, Elijah, who was last seen riding a blue bicycle on Marbut Road last Thursday. WSB-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The DeKalb County Courthouse is evacuated due to an unidentified odor, with emergency teams responding and one person being evaluated. Atlanta News First
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Decatur City Commission decides to opt out of House Bill 581 to preserve financial flexibility and address local tax reform needs, considering the bill's permanent nature and potential negative impacts on the housing market. Decaturish
- ➤ The Decatur City Commission sanctioned a $465,473 construction contract with Ed Castro Landscaping for traffic calming and stormwater management improvements at Huron and Champlain streets, incorporating green infrastructure and a bioswale. Decaturish
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Toronzo Cannon Live Performance
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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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Ashley Walls Live at Eddie's Attic
Ashley Walls will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, Georgia, featuring an engaging music experience in an intimate venue.
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Chris Hart Live with Special Guest Parker Wierling
Chris Hart will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, featuring special guest Parker Wierling.
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Kevn Kinney Live at Eddie's Attic
Kevn Kinney will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, offering an intimate evening of music.
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Live Performance by Ariella
Ariella will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, offering a night of engaging music.
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Anthony Gomes Live Performance
Canadian blues and rock artist Anthony Gomes will perform live at Eddie's Attic, showcasing his electrifying guitar and vocal talents.
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