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Monday, May 4th, 2026

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • DeKalb County Department of Recreation and Parks will host a community meeting on May 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Mason Mill Recreation Center to review the Zonolite Park Master Plan following park improvements unveiled on April 23 that added a new entrance sign + wayfinding map + fencing.  On Common Ground News
  • Yesterday, the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center held its Spring Plant Sale as the DeKalb Master Gardeners offered unique greenery and promoted historic preservation at 980 Briarcliff Road — a neat way to update your garden.  Fox 5 Atlanta

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Marcye Scott, daughter of late Congressman David Scott, has announced her run for his seat in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District. The announcement was made on May 3 and she plans to launch her campaign soon.  Fox 5 Atlanta
  • Partnership for Community Action, Inc. is accepting appointments for LIHEAP energy bill assistance for eligible households in DeKalb, Gwinnett, Newton, Rockdale, and Walton counties starting May 1. Applicants should schedule online because high call volume may limit walk-ins while funds last.  On Common Ground News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 5/7/26

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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.

    Sat, 5/9/26

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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.

    Sun, 5/10/26

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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.

    Mon, 5/11/26

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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.

    Wed, 5/13/26

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  • 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.

    Thu, 5/14/26

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  • 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.

    Sun, 5/17/26

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  • 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.

    Tue, 5/19/26

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  • Greenwood Rye Live Show

    6:30-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the lively sounds of modern jam-grass from Nashville's Greenwood Rye.

    Wed, 5/20/26

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  • Global Ringo Concert

    7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience the unique blend of vintage soul and psychedelic rock with Global Ringo and Ellie Jarrell live.

    Thu, 5/21/26

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ George Bernard Shaw

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