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Saturday, April 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire in the basement of the Ashberry apartments on the 3700 block of Flat Shoals Parkway forced at least six families to evacuate as the blaze reignited overnight—firefighters put out the flames, no one was injured, and the Red Cross is helping those displaced while investigators check the cause.  Fox 5 Atlanta
  • Six families lost their homes after a fire damaged all eight units of an apartment building off Flat Shoals Parkway in unincorporated Decatur when flames started in the basement at 8 p.m. on Thursday and reignited at 1 a.m., while the Red Cross has stepped in to help as investigators look into the cause.  Decaturish

CRIME NEWS

  • DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced that a jury convicted Quavion Hale, 20, and Stantavis Reese, 18, on charges including Malice Murder and Felony Murder for shooting 20-year-old Akhir Muhammad at a Decatur gas station on January 10, 2023—sentencing is scheduled for May 6 at 9 a.m.  On Common Ground News
  • Quavion Hale, 20, and Stantavis Reese, 18 were convicted on charges of malice murder, felony murder, and armed robbery for fatally shooting 20-year-old Akhir Muhammad at a Decatur gas station on Jan. 10, 2023—sentencing is scheduled for May 6.  Atlanta News First

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The city of Decatur announced plans to remove the planters on West Howard Avenue and improve safety with changes that include narrowing the road in June. A bid request will be issued in May for design updates that add a cycle track and curb extension—measures aimed at safer intersections.  Decaturish

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 4/27/25

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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.

    Mon, 4/28/25

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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.

    Tue, 4/29/25

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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.

    Wed, 4/30/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/1/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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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.

    Sun, 5/4/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • Adamah ATL Interfaith Shabbat Bird Walk

    9-11:30 a.m. — Legacy Park — Free entry — Experience a tranquil morning of birding and reflection during an interfaith Shabbat service.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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