Good morning, Decatur.

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson has established the DeKalb Arts Council via an executive order to drive cultural growth and guide community arts.

The council will launch today at Metro City Church, 999 Briarcliff Road NE from 6-8 p.m.

Georgia lawmakers propose spending over $60 million to give every elementary school a literacy coach to help reverse pandemic reading loss – a plan that passed the House nearly unanimously and may fund schools as early as next school year.

Today, 35 countries in the International Energy Agency will release 400 million barrels of oil to ease rising gas prices, and Gov. Brian Kemp said he will watch markets before possibly suspending the state gas tax if prices do not stabilize.

DeKalb County resumed its cost-of-care petitions for court-held pets at Lifeline Animal Project—pets are not available for adoption until surrendered by their owners.

Officials discussed filing recovery motions and adding a court-held dog coordinator position at the March 10 meeting, with a resolution to continue deliberations on March 24.

DeKalb County commissioners approved $1.18 million to expand free spay and neuter services and mobile vet clinics by LifeLine Animal Project, boosting procedures from 1,000 to 6,000 annually.

The plan adds surgeries on Friday, Saturday and Sunday three weeks per month to reduce shelter overcrowding (a long-range effort).

Paul Cauthen Live Piano Set

9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $80.66 — Experience the soulful sounds of Paul Cauthen in an intimate solo piano performance.

Sloth Run: 5K/10K/13.1 Atlanta

7:30-10:30 a.m. — South Peachtree Creek Trail — Registration fee applies — Embrace your inner sloth with a fun, leisurely run for all ages.

Georgia State Golden Gloves 2026

12-10 p.m. — Exchange Park — General Admission and VIP available — Witness amateur boxers showcase their talents in a safe and state-of-the-art venue.

Mel Bryant & the Mercy Makers with Adjust the Sails

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience the east coast rock sound of Mel Bryant & the Mercy Makers with special guest Adjust the Sails.

Songwriters in the Row

7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $20.03 — Enjoy an evening of original music featuring local songwriters hosted by Cliff Corr.

Dan Navarro, Tim Easton and Jessica Willis Fisher Concert

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets vary — Enjoy a night of eclectic tunes from established singer-songwriters Dan Navarro, Tim Easton, and Jessica Willis Fisher.

An Evening with Billy Simons Jr.

9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $16.68 — Experience the soothing sounds of Billy Simons Jr. as he shares his folk-inspired music in an intimate setting.

The Reeves Brothers Live in Concert

9 PM - 1 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the hard-hitting country sounds of The Reeves Brothers alongside Luke Brown & The Jubilee.

John Craigie Live Concert

9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $45.06 — Experience heartfelt music and sincere storytelling with John Craigie at a cozy venue.

East Nash Grass Performance

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $23.37 — Experience the award-winning bluegrass sounds of East Nash Grass in an intimate venue.