Wednesday, March 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Five DeKalb County Women's organizations will host a town hall on March 16 to discuss gun violence, featuring local leaders and a high school student as panelists. Decaturish
- ➤ S. Columbia Place in DeKalb County will be closed for tree removal on March 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Common Ground News
- ➤ Disabled veteran Kerrie Porter is actively searching for her missing service dog, Bruno, a brown Standard Poodle, after it was spooked and went missing. Fox 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was convicted for the double homicide of a brother and sister in Stone Mountain more than 30 years after the crime occurred. Atlanta News First
- ➤ A DeKalb County daycare is being sued after an employee accidentally scalded a 9-month-old, resulting in months of recovery for the child. WSB-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Decatur's Art All Around program enriches the community by transforming various surfaces into public art displays, including a prominent mural of Martin Luther King Jr., contributing to DeKalb County's distinctive charm and cultural landscape. The Champion
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County officials urge homeowners, particularly seniors, to apply for homestead exemptions by April 1 for tax benefits. On Common Ground News
SHOP NEWS
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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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Roxie Watson Live at Eddie's Attic
7 PM-1 AM | Eddie's Attic | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy an enchanting performance from Roxie Watson in a cozy venue.
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Eddie's Attic Presents The Jacob Jolliff Band
6-8 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Experience the melodic tunes of Jacob Jolliff and the band at a beloved local venue.
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Alex Cuba Live Performance
7-9 PM — Eddie's Attic — Ticket info not provided — Experience the fusion of cultures through the music of Cuban singer-songwriter Alex Cuba.
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