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Saturday, March 14th, 2026

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • DeKalb–Peachtree Airport is hosting a free Aviation Day for students today as part of the 2026 Atlanta Science Festival. The event gives local youth hands-on aviation learning.  Atlanta News First

SPORTS NEWS

  • Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham said Tua Tagovailoa, signed after his Miami departure, will compete for the starting quarterback role in Atlanta. Michael Penix Jr. is expected to be sidelined through the start of the season as he recovers from a torn ACL suffered in November.  Atlanta News First
  • The Marist Lady War Eagles captured the GHSA Class 4A Girls Basketball State Championship with a 58-50 win over the Kell Longhorns on March 12 at Macon Coliseum. Kate Harpring scored 40 points and 16 rebounds to become the all-time leading scorer in GHSA history.  The Champion

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 3/15/26

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  • 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.

    Tue, 3/17/26

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  • 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.

    Fri, 3/20/26

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  • 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.

    Tue, 3/24/26

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  • 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.

    Tue, 3/31/26

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  • 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.

    Wed, 4/1/26

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  • 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.

    Thu, 4/2/26

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  • 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.

    Fri, 4/3/26

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  • Always Hope Easter Run 5K/10K/13.1

    5K/10K/13.1 — Decatur, Georgia — Entry fee applies — Lace up for a scenic Easter run through the streets of Decatur.

    Sat, 4/4/26

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  • Willy Tea Taylor & Jordan Smart Live

    6-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $26.70 — Enjoy a night of folk music with Jordan Smart and Willy Tea Taylor at this cozy venue.

    Sun, 4/5/26

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