Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mead Road Mardi Gras in Decatur celebrates its 20th anniversary with a parade and festival supporting arts education. Decaturish
- ➤ South DeKalb Improvement Association Education and New Life Community Alliance will host a forum on February 22 to explore the empowerment of Black and Brown communities through Artificial Intelligence in Decatur, GA. On Common Ground News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Decatur man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for injuring a Dunwoody police officer during a traffic stop and leading officers on a high-speed chase. The Champion
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Agnes Scott College celebrated Black History Month by hosting a classical music concert featuring the Catalyst Quartet, spotlighting the work of historically significant Black composers, supported by the Kirk Fund. The Champion
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur School Board decided to opt out of House Bill 581 to maintain educational quality, despite the bill's intention to cap property assessment increases at the inflation rate. Decaturish
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Greenforest Eagles' boys and girls basketball teams both secured victories over the McNair Mustangs on senior night, with scores of 82-39 and 61-25 respectively. The Champion
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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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George Jackson Concert
Experience a live performance by George Jackson at Frank Hamilton School in Decatur.
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