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in Decatur
Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ David's Produce—the grocery at 3561 Lavista Road—secured its future after the property was sold in March to a new buyer from Tucker who promised to continue the business, easing owner David Glenn and his mother Judy Black’s uncertainties that began last August. The longstanding store, operating since 1995, remained open despite rumors that it had closed. Decaturish
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police say a teacher from Hamilton E. Homles Elementary School was shot and killed in her DeKalb County home over the weekend while her girlfriend was arrested in connection with the incident—officials are still investigating. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Decatur police said a masked man posing as a DoorDash driver—caught on camera—tried to enter a woman's apartment on April 24. Fox 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 23, the vice chair of the City Schools of Decatur Board of Education admitted that the board wrongly amended and rescinded key equity policies after legal advice urged silence—sparking strong criticism from parents, teachers and students who demanded more transparency. Decaturish
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kemp announced on Wednesday that Angelique McClendon—a Decatur native who joined DDS in 2015 as general counsel—will serve as the new Commissioner of Driver Services starting May 1. The DDS Board of Directors approved her appointment after Spencer Moore’s 30-year tenure at the agency. Atlanta News First
SHOP NEWS
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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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Michelle Malone's Birthday Celebration
7-11 p.m. — Napoleon's Grill — Price TBA — Enjoy live performances from Canyonland with special guests in a festive birthday celebration.
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David Robert King and The Darlings Live Performance
7 PM - 1 AM — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Experience the soulful melodies of David Robert King and his storytelling prowess live on stage.
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