Today
in Decatur
Monday, April 27th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, DeKalb County firefighters responded to brush fires near Village at the Creek Apartments on North Indiana Creek Drive and near a home and mosque as extreme drought keeps fire danger high. Crews also tackled a blaze on Peachtree Industrial Blvd last week. WSB-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, the Braves beat the Phillies 6-2 as Chris Sale pitched six shutout innings and earned his 150th win — keeping the team as the only one yet to lose a series this season. Atlanta News First
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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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Sammy Arriaga Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $22.25 — Experience Sammy Arriaga blend modern country with his Cuban-American roots in an intimate setting.
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An Evening with Alex Elle
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $61.75 — Experience an inspiring night with bestselling author Alex Elle discussing her book, The Company We Keep.
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Colby Acuff Live at Eddie's Attic
9 PM — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience a night of heartfelt tunes from Idahoan talent Colby Acuff as part of The Handmade Horsepower Tour.
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Live Music with Fabrizio, Hannah Marie Kelley, & Timbo
6-8 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience a night of diverse musical talents at an iconic local venue.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience Atlanta's top songwriters showcase their talents at this historic open mic event.
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Overjoyed: A Jazz Tribute to Stevie Wonder
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Experience the Kyle Bryant Trio's jazz rendition of timeless Stevie Wonder hits.
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