Today
in Decatur
Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Six people were sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to trafficking dangerous drugs in metro Atlanta — the investigation began in 2022 and law enforcement seized over 350 pounds of crystal meth while shutting down two meth labs. Atlanta News First
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paul Milliken released Episode 62 of his 'Behind the Scenes' series yesterday at 2:22 p.m.—he explores new places, people and things to do, offering viewers a fresh look at local activities. Fox 5 Atlanta
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Travel deals for summer are appearing at Atlanta with options such as a $203 round-trip ticket to Vancouver, a $480 fare to Dublin in August, and a $197 option to Seattle. Travelers can use price alerts on apps like Going & Google Flights to track changes in fares. WSB-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ronald McNair High School senior Jaedin Wright—nicknamed 'Mr. $3 Million'—received $3,466,716 in scholarships for his academic and music achievements at a recent awards event. He will speak at his graduation and plans to study cybersecurity, inspiring others to pursue similar opportunities. WSB-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A 4.1 magnitude earthquake shook metro Atlanta Saturday morning—Decatur residents felt the tremor. Atlanta News First
SHOP NEWS
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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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Michelle Malone Concert
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket information not specified — Experience an evening of pure Georgia soul with Michelle Malone's acoustic songs and stories.
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Wylde Center's Nature Summer Camps
4 PM — Wylde Center — Registration required — An immersive outdoor experience for children to explore and connect with nature.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is not what happens to you, but how you interpret what happens to you.
~ Alfred Adler
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