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in Decatur
Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A local Girl Scout troop is hosting its Snacks ‘n’ Facts event on Sunday, May 18 at 4:45 p.m. at the Elizabeth Wilson Community House at 322 West Benson St to teach proper recycling practices in Decatur, and a short presentation begins at 5 p.m. + refreshments will be offered. Decaturish
- ➤ Decatur and DeKalb schools are scheduling graduation ceremonies for 25 district schools from today until May 25—City Schools of Decatur finish on May 23—offering a clear timeline for students and families before summer break. Decaturish
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson held a press meeting at the Maloof Building in Decatur on May 14 to say that only a few high-balance accounts will lose water service and that new steps to collect overdue bills will start June 1—she added that payment plans and online help will be offered for those in need. The Champion
- ➤ DeKalb County commissioners passed a new ordinance to limit unlicensed breeders to one litter per year—an effort to ease shelter overcrowding where 35 dogs will be euthanized if not adopted by the end of this week. The measure is set to take effect in early 2026 and comes as local advocates and Lifeline Animal Project urge more residents to foster or adopt pets and support spay/neuter services to save lives. WSB-TV
- ➤ Decatur city officials said that the non-resident application window will close soon — further details on eligibility and next steps have not been shared. Atlanta News First
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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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