Today
in Decatur
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Resurgens Theatre Company in Decatur is premiering Sir Thomas More (a play partially penned by Shakespeare) as part of its Shakespeare’s Apocrypha Now season from today until April 19 at the Pythagoras Masonic Temple on E. Ponce de Leon Ave; tickets cost $20. Decaturish
- ➤ Zoo Atlanta welcomed Boon, an eight-year-old clouded leopard from Nashville who arrived on Tuesday and is now in a month-long quarantine. Visitors must wait until the quarantine ends to meet her. WSB-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County students interested in S.T.E.A.M. can attend a free fair on Saturday, April 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Black Wall Street Market on 8109 Mall Parkway in Stonecrest & learn through a science project contest offering cash prizes, arts projects, music demos, and live reptile exhibits. The Champion
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Tax advisors in Decatur report that last-minute filers had only a few hours to submit returns before Tax Day 2026 ended, leaving many caught off guard. Officials remind residents to file early next time + plan ahead to avoid such a rush. Atlanta News First
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An interactive tool from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution now lets Decatur riders check three years of MARTA bus cancellation data from 2023 to 2025. The tool shows route variations including community circulators & high-ridership lines. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
- ➤ Residents in the Towers area are invited to join the DeKalb Community Academy ‘Towers 101’ meeting on Thursday, Apr. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 1399 Austin Drive in Decatur — county officials will explain zoning, housing, and revitalization processes. On Common Ground News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Christie Wilson directs the Ichiban Volleyball Club in Scottdale and builds a team culture that boosts skill & self-confidence by starting practice sessions with inspirational quotes & reflections that help players become more communicative and assertive. The Champion
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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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Natalie Layne Live Concert
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience the joy of soul-inspired pop with Natalie Layne and Eris Ford.
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Songwriter Round featuring Annie Mosher, Don Henry, and Erin Thomas
5-8 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $21.14 — Enjoy an evening of live music with talented songwriters in a cozy venue.
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Georgia Tech Glee Club Concert
4-7 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $12.23 — Enjoy a vibrant performance from the oldest Glee Club in the South at this historic venue.
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Atlanta Storytellers: The Songs That Shape Us
6:45-8:45 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $23.37 — Experience a night of storytelling through songs that evoke powerful memories and emotions.
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Nick Niespodziani Live with Indianapolis Jones
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Enjoy a night of live music with Nick Niespodziani, known for his joyful performances.
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Jane’s Walk: Decatur in the Modern Era
6-8 p.m. — The Blair Building — Free entry — Explore Decatur's architectural history from the 1930s with an engaging walking tour.
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Cinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 - Atlanta
Run against all odds — 8 a.m. — Decatur, Georgia — Entry fee varies — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a fun-filled running event in the heart of Decatur.
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