Friday, March 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Five scouts from Decatur Troop 134 were awarded the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest achievement in Boy Scouting, after completing significant community service projects. Decaturish
- ➤ DeKalb County partners with Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning to offer free meals to qualifying children under 18 during the summer, aiming to address food insecurity among nearly 36,800 local children. The Champion
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man sustained burn injuries and was hospitalized after a fire broke out in his DeKalb County home, with firefighters responding to contain the blaze. Decaturish
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was fatally shot in the lobby of the Candler Forest Apartments in DeKalb County. WSB-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Decatur High School was recognized as a 2025 AP Honor School in three categories by Georgia's Department of Education for its students' achievements in AP exams. Decaturish
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Decatur, Ga., plans to review its city charter for the first time in 24 years, with potential changes to be voted on by 2026. Decaturish
- ➤ DeKalb County residents will see a 10% increase in their water bills annually for the next decade to fund water and sewer infrastructure improvements, an initiative expected to generate $4.27 billion, create over 6,400 jobs, and ensure clean water services. The Champion
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Duke Jones Live Performance
Duke Jones will be performing live at Eddie's Attic, an all-ages event offering a chance to enjoy music in a vibrant venue.
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Will King with Special Guest Dakota Jay Live at Eddie's Attic
Will King, a viral comedy and parody singer, performs live with special guest Dakota Jay at Eddie's Attic, showcasing his popular music and humor.
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Café Bleu Featuring The Driptones and Karma Kat
Experience an intimate night showcasing the youth of Atlanta's underground music scene with performances by Café Bleu, The Driptones, and Karma Kat.
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Candlelight Concert Series: Neo-Soul Favorites Featuring Prince and Childish Gambino
Experience a unique live music performance featuring neo-soul favorites in a candlelit setting at The Chapel on Sycamore.
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Ariela Freedman with Guests Lapidus & Myles
Ariela Freedman will perform live at Eddie's Attic alongside special guests Lapidus and Myles.
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Live Performance by McKinley James
McKinley James will perform live at Eddie's Attic, showcasing a blend of classic sounds with his modern songwriting style.
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Joscho Stephan Guitar Concert
Enjoy an evening with virtuoso guitarist Joscho Stephan as he performs a mix of gypsy jazz and popular standards alongside collaborator Sveng Jungbeck.
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Joe Alterman Trio Performs at Eddie's Attic
The Joe Alterman Trio will perform a hometown gig at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, Georgia.
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Sonia Leigh Live Performance
Sonia Leigh is set to perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, Georgia.
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Nefesh Mountain Beacons Album Release Show
Nefesh Mountain will perform at Eddie's Attic for their Beacons album release on March 23, 2025, a highly anticipated live music event.
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