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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Police and other law enforcement officials across the county will host annual National Night Out events on Aug. 5 at venues in Brookhaven, Chamblee, Dunwoody & Stonecrest, while Stone Mountain will host its free, family-friendly event on July 26 from noon to 4 p.m. The events will feature safety demonstrations, educational exhibits and activities to build stronger ties between officers and local residents. The Champion
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County will host its 5th Annual Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive on Saturday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—CEO Lorraine Cochran Johnson will lead the event as community members drop off school supplies at South DeKalb Mall, Northlake Mall, and Dunwoody City Hall to help equip students for the school year. On Common Ground News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Decatur is auctioning off planters removed from West Howard Avenue as part of the Reimagine West Howard project. An online auction runs today through Friday for damaged units and an in-person auction will be held Saturday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Decatur Public Works at 2635 Talley Street—buyers must pick up items by 5 p.m. and pay with cash or credit card; proceeds will support honors for Beacon Hill Community as the street transforms. WSB-TV
- ➤ The DeKalb County tax commissioner's office is offering property tax seminars for homeowners and community groups as tax bills will be mailed later in August. Tax Commissioner Irvin Johnson (since 2016) said the in-person and online sessions help explain tax bills and homestead exemptions. On Common Ground News
- ➤ On July 22, the DeKalb County Commission approved a contract with the Urban League to serve as a water billing advocate and postponed the planned rate increase to protect vulnerable customers from shut-offs—Urban League will soon hire staff to launch discount, amnesty, and dispute resolution programs. Decaturish
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Candlelight Tribute to Whitney Houston
8:45 p.m. – 12:45 a.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Whitney Houston's music in a stunning candlelit setting.
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Atlanta Brass Cats Tribute Concert
6-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Starts at $39.50 — Enjoy a night of jazz-rock and soul with a tribute to Chicago by the Atlanta Brass Cats.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience local talent at Atlanta's premiere songwriter showcase.
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Dauzat St. Marie Live with Jennifer Lynn Simpson
7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $32.26 — Experience the unique Americana sound of Dauzat St. Marie alongside Jennifer Lynn Simpson.
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Jess Ray Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the enchanting sounds of Jess Ray's 'friendly folk' music at a cozy venue.
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The Taylor Roberts Quartet Live
9 PM – 3 AM — Eddie's Attic — From US$26.70 — Experience a night of exceptional jazz with the talented Taylor Roberts Quartet featuring amazing musicians.
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Vintage Vixens Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $25.14 — Experience the all-female Vintage Vixens band with groovy hits from the 60s and 70s.
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Abe Partridge and Jack Barksdale Concert
6-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets required — Experience the soulful melodies and profound lyrics of rising Americana stars.
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The Attic Sessions Presents: BOOM! Trio
8-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience live funk and soul music from a talented trio of Atlanta musicians.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience the best local and national songwriters at Atlanta's premiere open mic night.
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