Today
in Decatur
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ PDK Lady Pilots nonprofit at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport mentors women and awards scholarships to help them train as pilots — the group, founded in 2020, has grown to over 100 members and gave over $6,000 in scholarships last year. FOX 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The City Schools Board of Education will hold a community meeting on March 25 (6:30 to 8 p.m.) at Oakhurst Elementary School to answer questions about the upcoming budget, new Early Childhood Learning Center and oversight plan following recent transparency concerns. Decaturish
- ➤ The DeKalb County School District is holding Round 2 community meetings from March 23—30 at local high school clusters to review school assignment scenarios. Families and stakeholders may also share feedback online building on input from the first round. On Common Ground News
- ➤ On Mar. 23, the state senate extended the cellphone ban to all public high schools, pending Governor Kemp's expected signature. If approved, students must put away personal devices (smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, headphones) during school hours. Fox 5 Atlanta
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today’s pollen count hit an extremely high 6,563 — the highest since April 2, 2025 — causing many metro residents to suffer allergy symptoms as tree pollens from pine, oak, mulberry, sweet gum and sycamore drift nearby. WSB-TV
- ➤ Decatur pet owners should note that spring allergies affect dogs by causing skin irritation rather than sneezing (often seen as itchy paws and recurring ear infections); wiping paws after walks and regular baths can help reduce allergens. WSB-TV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mid America Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience the Western folk rock duo focusing on the mythology of the forgotten middle.
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Candlelight Concert: The Lord of the Rings
4:30-5:30 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Middle-earth through the enchanting music of The Lord of the Rings trilogy performed live.
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Candlelight - Tribute to Drake
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Tickets required — Experience the music of Drake performed by a string quartet in a magical candlelight setting.
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Candlelight: Hip Hop on Strings
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed event — Experience hip hop classics in a unique candlelight setting performed by a string quartet.
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