Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
Good morning, Decatur.
County officials said the new public park (costing $257,000 in ARPA funds) behind CHaRM recycling center at Belvedere Plaza will include a walking trail and be completed by Oct.
31.
A tree crashed through the ceiling of a home in DeKalb County during a storm (captured on a homeowner's ring camera), and repair plans are not yet confirmed.
Little Shop of Stories is hosting its annual Children’s Book Festival May 2-3 at Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore Street.
The event will feature a range of children’s and young adult books and include a Sunday parade at Decatur Fire Station No. 1 + author visits to local schools.
Tonight at 5 p.m., Channel 2 will report on redistricting plans driven by falling enrollment and rising costs that may force closures of several schools in DeKalb, as parents work to keep places like Vanderlyn Elementary open (an anchor for the community).
Wells Fargo advises Decatur consumers to exercise caution as scammers use AI and dark web data to create convincing fake communications to steal personal information.
Residents are urged to verify unusual emails, calls or texts (and report them to their bank) for added security.
Dunwoody High Wildcats beat Glynn Academy (3-2) at Cobb Stadium on April 29, building a 3-0 first-half lead before Glynn rallied in the second half.
They will face River Ridge on Tuesday, May 5.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Papa Jack Couch Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20 — Celebrate joys and heartaches with Papa Jack Couch and the Standard Electric Band.
Bob Sima Live with Shannon Plummer
6-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $35.04 — Experience heartfelt folk and soul music at a charming venue in Decatur.
The Wire Jays Live Concert
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the debut of The Wire Jays with their innovative Bluegrass sound.
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