Today
in Decatur
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sherry’s Produce overcame a parking dispute after local pressure led to a swift agreement, and the family stand in Tucker opened for the season on Friday, Mar. 27 with fresh produce, flowers, and boiled peanuts. Customers celebrated the opening with warm support. Decaturish
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County Schools is suing social media companies for over $4 million to cover extra costs for additional counselors and cellphone lockers (lost instructional time adds up), and parent Titania Jordan praises the effort to curb distracting tech for students. WSB-TV
- ➤ Interim Superintendent Norman Sauce III delivered the State of the District address to educators & county officials, focusing on boosting literacy, mental health programs and teacher quality. He outlined plans to add paraprofessionals, expand mental health support and continue the IGNITE Teacher Residency Program while reviewing school resource allocation. The Champion
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MARTA has launched its upgraded tap-to-pay system today that lets riders use mobile wallets & credit cards to get Breeze cards at select stations in Decatur. The upgrade aims to make buying fares simpler for daily commuters. Atlanta News First
- ➤ DeKalb County has launched an amnesty program that lets residents dispose of tires safely & legally to curb illegal dumping, with designated drop-off centers available now. Atlanta News First
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marist guard Kate Harpring was named 2026 Miss Georgia Basketball by the Atlanta Tip Off Club on March 26, becoming the first from her school to win the award — a milestone in her career. She led her team to a state title and will join North Carolina as a recruit. The Champion
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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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The Newest Olympian Live Show
7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $32.26 — Experience the laughs of the #1 Percy Jackson podcast live on stage.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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