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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County Sanitation Division will host a free paper shredding event on Saturday, May 17, from 8 a.m. — noon at its Central Transfer Station at 3720 Leroy Scott Drive. DeKalb County residents will be allowed to shred up to ten standard-size boxes of documents, including sensitive personal papers. On Common Ground News
- ➤ DeKalb County Police Department is hosting the Spring 2025 Safety Fair on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sunshine Shopping Center in Decatur — the event will offer free health screenings from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Kaiser Permanente and the County Board of Health along with car safety checks, VIN etching services, gun safety education and prizes including furniture raffles for all ages. The Champion
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County police identified the victim and suspect from a fatal shooting Saturday on Derwin Brown Drive—25-year-old Kaaylynn Jackson died after being shot while living with 24-year-old Janai Colbert, who was arrested on a malice murder charge. WSB-TV
- ➤ A judge sentenced multiple suspects for drug trafficking, including Dunwoody ring leader Karla Lopez-Delgado—who ran an operation distributing fentanyl, meth and cocaine from her two-bedroom apartment shared with her four-year-old daughter after agents discovered large quantities of drugs and text messages with an incarcerated accomplice. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DeKalb County Police Department will host a spring 2025 safety fair on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sunshine Shopping Center—attendees will receive free health screenings, teeth cleanings, and eye exams along with car safety checks, gun safety education, VIN etching, and prize giveaways including furniture, televisions, and bicycles. The Champion
- ➤ DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson — now 100 days in office — raised water and sewer rates that start on July 1, increased police pay on March 1, and made key staffing changes by appointing interim leaders. She also issued an order to freeze new spending and hiring in her office because federal funds dropped. Decaturish
- ➤ The DeKalb County Commission will meet today at 9 a.m. at 178 Sams Street in Decatur to consider a 100% clean energy and transportation plan that sets goals for renewable upgrades and electric vehicle chargers by 2026 — the meeting will also review budget amendments, changes to Doraville’s sanitation services, surplus property designations, and traffic signal project requests. Decaturish
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chef Holly Chute shared easy recipes using Georgia-grown strawberries from local farms, as residents could pick fresh berries during the peak season. Her guide offers simple steps to enjoy local produce + add flavor to meals. Fox 5 Atlanta
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Decatur FC announced the Path to the Pitch initiative to grow women’s soccer and offer young fans role models in the sport—Arrow Exterminators is sponsoring youth clinics, mentorship programs and local recreation support as the team prepares to kick off its season in May. Decaturish
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Art of Nature Exhibition
4-6 p.m. — Blue Heron Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore site-specific art installations in a beautiful natural setting.
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Songwriters Open Mic Night at Eddie's Attic
7:30-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $11.12 — Celebrate over 20 years of local and national songwriting talent at Atlanta's premier open mic night.
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Comfort Club Live Concert
9 PM – 3 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $16.68 — Experience a night of heartfelt indie pop from Adeline Hill and Comfort Club.
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Puma Blue Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket information TBA — Experience the enchanting lo-fi sounds of Puma Blue, the South London artist known for his captivating falsetto and romantic melodies.
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Great Wide Nothing Album Release Party
8 p.m. — Thinking Man Tavern — Ticket prices not listed — Experience Great Wide Nothing performing their new album alongside local acts for an unforgettable night.
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Clarkston to Stone Mountain Fun Ride
2-4 p.m. — 1011 Rowland St, Clarkston — Free entry — Enjoy an easy social ride from Clarkston to Stone Mountain, exploring scenic PATH trails.
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Ally Venable Live Performance
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket info not provided — Texas-born Ally delivers a soulful rock and blues performance with her guitar skills and powerful voice.
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