Today
in Decatur
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Leaders at Temple of Faith Ministries discovered hundreds of tires dumped behind the church on March 25 — the new pile appeared a week after a cleanup, and surveillance footage shows a 26-foot U-Haul truck was used to drop them off in phases. FOX 5 Atlanta
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wild Oats and Billy Goats will host the Bloomin’ Art Market on Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on West Ponce de Leon Avenue to fill the gap left by the paused Decatur Arts Festival due to downtown renovations for the upcoming World Cup. Decaturish
- ➤ Local Casting Call with Tess Hammock offers commercial roles, a stand-in opportunity, and a creative opening with Chick-fil-A, while the Atlanta Film Festival returns with industry networking & events this week. The notice was posted March 25, providing opportunities for aspiring talent in Decatur. Fox 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Norman Sauce III told district officials at Cedar Grove High School on Tuesday that the system had made progress with improved literacy scores, no teacher vacancies, and new technology. He said community feedback will guide decisions on possibly closing 20+ schools — a measure to align enrollment with capacity. Atlanta News First
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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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