Good morning, Decatur.

Local musician Adam Cole will host a free Billy Joel sing-along today at First Christian Church of Decatur (601 W Ponce de Leon Ave) starting at 4 p.m. He will perform with a horn section, backup singers, harmonica, guitars, bass and drums as he leads the event called Sometimes a Fantasy.

DeKalb County Fire Rescue is hosting the free Blazing Brave Girls Camp today from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the DeKalb County Fire Rescue Academy — 3161 Warren Road, Decatur — for high school girls aged 14-18 to learn firefighting skills through hands-on activities such as gear dress, CPR training, ladder climbing, and fire hose use.

DeKalb County government announced plans to build a real-time crime center that will use surveillance, data analysis, drone technology and emergency response coordination—this center is part of broader investments including police salary raises that took effect on March 1.

A groundbreaking date for the facility has not yet been set.

DeKalb County invested 10 million dollars in police pay, honored the first graduating class under CEO Cochran-Johnson, and held its best recruitment event in over a decade.

CEO Cochran-Johnson announced plans to break ground on the county's first Real-Time Crime Center — a new facility that will use smart technology and partnerships to improve safety.

Public health experts met online to discuss federal cuts to CDC funding and warned that losing resources could weaken local efforts to fight outbreaks—such as measles and avian flu.

They explained that reduced staffing and budget cuts add to the challenges as the agency continues to rebuild after COVID.

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.

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.

The Return of The You Name It Tour

3-7 p.m. — Saint Philip AME Church — Free entry — Pastor Shirley Caesar returns to Atlanta with exciting performances by Luther Barnes, Harvey Watkins, Jr, Doc Makenzie, & Huey Williams.

Tyler Hilton Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Eddie's Attic — Cost info not provided — Catch Tyler Hilton performing his favorite blues and jazz covers inspired by legends like Elvis and Sinatra.

Willi Carlisle Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Experience the folk melodies and poetic storytelling of Willi Carlisle, a voice for the people.

Rocco Gorelik Live

9 PM — Eddie's Attic — From $16.68 — Experience the soulful sounds of 14-year-old guitar prodigy Rocco Gorelik in a lively performance.

The Fever Dreams and Hot Rod Walt and The Psycho DeVilles

6-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Check venue for entry details — Experience high-energy rock from Southampton's The Fever Dreams and more.

Kevn Kinney Live at Eddie's Attic

7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the captivating performance of acclaimed singer-songwriter Kevn Kinney, founder of Drivin-N-Cryin.

Billy Pilgrim Concert

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of dynamic country music with multi-platinum artist Kristian Bush of Sugarland fame.

The Girlfriend's Society Annual Prayer Breakfast

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — 4650 Flat Shoals Pkwy, Decatur, GA — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enjoy a morning of prayer, breakfast, and uplifting fellowship with a supportive community of women.