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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents from DeKalb and nearby counties will compete in the 36th Annual DeKalb County Senior Olympic Games from May 5 through 16, featuring sports such as track and field, basketball free throws, 3-on-3, bowling, and more. The games kick off at 9 a.m. on May 5 at the Exchange Intergenerational Recreation Center on Columbia Drive in Decatur, and some events require a small fee. The Champion
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Agnes Scott College will hold its 136th Commencement Ceremony on May 17 at 9:15 a.m. on its Decatur campus with award-winning journalist Blayne Alexander delivering the address and student speaker Wambũi Gitahi selected through a competitive process — an announcement from the college's Center for Writing and Speaking. Decaturish
- ➤ City Schools of Decatur’s Board of Education reversed its decision to remove DEI policies at a special meeting on April 29 after federal court injunctions blocked the removal process. The board then reinstated the original policy language—addressing community concerns and protecting federal funds at risk. The Champion
- ➤ Global Village Project CEO Elizabeth Elango will step down on July 31 for personal reasons after five years leading the nonprofit middle school for refugee girls. The board is now searching for a new CEO and Allison Ezell will serve as interim leader—guiding the school as it prepares to move into a new campus in fall. Decaturish
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County will begin the Harrington Drive Water Main Replacement Project on May 12 by replacing 9,500 feet of water lines with an 8-inch ductile iron pipe as part of its capital improvement program. The work is expected to run until April and will occur from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on weekdays — residents should expect increased noise and traffic during work hours. DeKalb County
- ➤ DeKalb County sought more time to address longstanding sewer issues in an April 30 hearing when its lawyers requested the court allow a full modification of a consent decree that originally set a 2027 deadline—state and federal attorneys argued the county must face stricter consequences—and construction work continues as planned. Decaturish
- ➤ On April 30, the owner of Washington Memorial Gardens in Decatur said he will not pursue a crematorium and will instead seek rezoning for a funeral home, after community members expressed concerns. Timothy Amoui and his wife held a virtual meeting to update residents on their plans + explain the next steps to the board of commissioners. Atlanta News First
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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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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.
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Concert by Hunter Root in Decatur
4:45 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets required — Experience the genre-fluid sounds of Hunter Root as he shares his personal musical journey.
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Butterfly Whirl Contra Dance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Decatur Recreation Center — $15 — Enjoy an evening of lively contra dancing with local and regional talent at this community favorite.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience the best of Atlanta’s songwriters at a vibrant open mic night.
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