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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 28, former officer Robert Olsen pleaded guilty to aggravated assault for fatally shooting unarmed veteran Anthony Hill in 2015 during a mental health crisis at an apartment on Chamblee Tucker Road — he received a 15-year sentence with 12 years in prison and 100 hours of community service — concluding a decade-long legal process. The Champion
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The DeKalb School Board will meet on June 9 at 11:30 a.m. in Stone Mountain to finalize the district’s budget and consider a new anti-nepotism policy that bans members from voting on employment for immediate family members—along with a review of proposed millage rate changes and contract renewals. A community input session is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. to discuss these plans for the upcoming fiscal year. Decaturish
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City contractors uncovered a brick vault that may be an unmarked grave at Legacy Park's northern entrance during work on a multi-use trail connecting Talley Street to the East Decatur Greenway and halted work on the path—officials from the State Historic Preservation Office and police found no visible remains and plan to explore alternative alignments once final ground-penetrating radar results are received. The discovery has put project progress on hold as the city works to coordinate with historic agencies and update the public on next steps. Atlanta News First
- ➤ DeKalb County implemented its new paid family leave policy that gives eligible employees up to six weeks of paid leave for a newborn, adopted child, or caregiving for an elderly family member—supporting immediate benefits for workers. The policy was passed unanimously in December 2024 and approved by Commissioner Ted Terry to boost retention and recruitment. Fox 5 Atlanta
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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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Grunge Unplugged: A Tribute to Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, and Soundgarden
7:30-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $10 — Experience acoustic renditions of grunge classics in a nostalgic setting.
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Candlelight - 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
6:45-7:45 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed — Experience classic 90s hip-hop hits reimagined with string arrangements in a candlelit atmosphere.
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2025 National Pollinator Week Festival
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Decatur Square & Courthouse Parking — Free entry — Celebrate local biodiversity with activities, learning, and family fun focused on pollinators.
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Critter Camp Week 4 for Ages 6-9
9 AM – 3 PM — Friends School of Atlanta — $300 — Explore the wonderful world of amphibians and reptiles with hands-on activities and fun facts throughout the week.
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Serenity Within: Yoga Nidra
6-7 p.m. — Decatur Legacy Park — Suggested donation of $20 — Experience a restorative evening of guided Yoga Nidra and soothing sound bath for deep relaxation.
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Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop
7:45-9 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed event — Experience a magical concert featuring Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop in an inspiring setting.
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Georgia Spartans Back To School Event
4-6:30 p.m. — Exchange Park — Refunds up to 7 days prior — Kick off the school year with fun activities, games, and the chance to reconnect with friends.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Celebrate local talent at Atlanta's premier songwriter showcase.
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