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Monday, May 18th, 2026

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Decatur residents can attend a local cold case event that offers hope to families of missing persons by shedding light on unsolved cases (organizers say the initiative is ongoing).  Atlanta News First

CULTURE NEWS

  • Horizon Theatre will host the award-nominated whodunit musical Hot Jambalaya from May 22 to June 21 — a production blending music and mystery with both evening shows and weekend matinees. Ticket prices range from $20 for students to $45 on weekends.  WSB-TV

HEALTH NEWS

  • Kelly Maliska from the Lupus Foundation of America said the organization will hold a signature charity walk soon to boost education + medical equity during Lupus Awareness Month in the city.  Fox 5 Atlanta

SPORTS NEWS

  • Following Murphy's injury, the Braves are using Baldwin and switch-hitter Sandy León to cover catching and DH duties until Murphy recovers. Baldwin hit key home runs in a win over the Red Sox—Leon’s quick throws helped calm the pitching staff.  Atlanta News First

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Candlelight: Back In Black - AC/DC Tribute

    6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying tribute to AC/DC in a candlelit ambiance.

    Fri, 5/22/26

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  • Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings

    6:30 PM — The Chapel on Sycamore — Limited tickets available — Experience enchanting melodies from Bridgerton performed by a talented string ensemble in a beautifully candlelit setting.

    Sat, 5/23/26

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  • Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night

    7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Enjoy an evening of local and national songwriters showcasing their original music in an intimate setting.

    Mon, 5/25/26

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  • Kelly Quindlen with Julian Winters - This Must be the Place! Book Celebration

    7-8 p.m. — Little Shop of Stories — Free entry or $20.99 with book purchase — Celebrate the launch of Kelly Quindlen's newest YA novel with insightful discussion and book signing.

    Tue, 5/26/26

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  • Live Music with The Band Solstice

    7-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $22.25 — Experience an energetic performance by rising indie-rock group The Band Solstice along with The John Wood Band.

    Thu, 5/28/26

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  • Kevin Scott’s “Resonant Paths” Live Performance

    9:15-11:15 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $34.49 — Experience a night of genre-blurring melodies with Kevin Scott and his talented ensemble.

    Sat, 5/30/26

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  • Paul Cauthen Live Solo Piano Set

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $78.43 — Experience the captivating soulful sounds of Paul Cauthen with special guest Uncle B.

    Mon, 6/1/26

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