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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ OOADZU plans to open an upscale children's play place at 421 DeKalb Industrial Way nearly a year after Intown Stars closed to serve Decatur families. The new venue will feature The Club at OOADZU—with a multi-sport zone and STEAM classes—and renovations will begin shortly with a grand opening to be announced. Decaturish
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County police investigated the fatal stabbing of a homeless man found near a gas station pump on Lavista Road shortly after 12:45 a.m. on June 10—officials questioned a woman who was with the victim. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ A man in his 50s was stabbed near Northlake Mall around 3 a.m. Tuesday after an apparent fight and did not go to the hospital, police said. Fox 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On June 9, the DeKalb County School District Board approved the final FY26 budget and set a new 22.78 millage rate with a plan for $1.62B in revenue while also giving the green light to contracts for school buses, facility repairs, and policy revisions—though they postponed a vote on a 10-year lease for the Clarkston Community Center. Decaturish
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Asian needle ants have spread to 20 states after first appearing in Decatur in 1932 and can give stings that cause recurring pain and severe allergic reactions — experts advise residents to wear gloves when gardening. WSB-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ FOX 5 real estate expert John Adams advised renters on June 10 at 9:00 a.m. on steps to cope with rising rents in Decatur. He suggested reviewing lease terms and adjusting budgets—advice that may help renters manage financial stress. Fox 5 Atlanta
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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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The Attic Sessions: Kenny Banks Jr.
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $32.26 — Experience the dynamic jazz rhythms of local artist Kenny Banks Jr. in an intimate setting.
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Freddie McClendon Live Concert
9 PM - 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $14.46 — Enjoy a night of live music with Freddie McClendon at this beloved venue.
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