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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members gathered at Legacy Park yesterday to honor 33 unmarked graves—mostly of children—discovered at the former Methodist Children’s Home site, with the ceremony featuring a balloon release, poem, prayer and moment of silence. Local groups Say Their Names Monuments and Streetgroomers organized the event and are calling for a permanent memorial to ensure these lives are not forgotten. Fox 5 Atlanta
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded to an overnight fire at a townhome community on Vining Ridge Lane near Flat Shoals Parkway Tuesday morning and safely evacuated residents after one home was lost—officials continue investigating the cause and monitoring hot spots for safety. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Fire crews put out flames at a townhome on 2960 Vining Ridge Lane in Decatur Tuesday morning after spotting smoke and flames from a top-floor bedroom window—and all residents were safely evacuated with three displaced—while firefighters cooled remaining hot spots. Atlanta News First
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 5th Annual Pan African Festival will return to downtown Decatur on Saturday, August 16 from 2 to 10 p.m.—hosted by the Beacon Hill Black Alliance for Human Rights, the event will feature live music, dance, cultural speakers, food, local vendors and a children’s village. Decaturish
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A summer program in Decatur is set to help students overcome learning loss—providing extra academic support during school break. Atlanta News First
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County has opened cooling centers starting June 24 and continuing today to help residents cope with heat above 100 degrees—rooms in local recreation and library centers, including several in Decatur, offer water fountains and pool access from 2 p.m. until closing. People needing additional help are encouraged to call county services for housing or homelessness support. Decaturish
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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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Eddie's Attic Comedy Night
9:15-11:15 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with local comedians hosted on the patio.
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Lulu the Giant Live Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $14.46 — Experience the acclaimed Savannah band Lulu the Giant at their energetic live show.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience Atlanta’s top songwriters perform their original works in a vibrant open mic setting.
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Brennan Edwards Live Concert
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