Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
Good morning, Decatur.
Police in DeKalb County said they found a man dead behind a Checkers on the 4000 block of Glenwood Road on Saturday—surveillance footage captured two suspects in a blue/silver Volkswagen Jetta with a duct-taped note reading 'Tag Applied For' as they drove away, and officers are asking anyone with details to come forward.
A mother whose son was fatally shot defending a friend at a DeKalb bar last March urged anyone with information to come forward as police now offer a $5,000 reward—authorities released photos of persons of interest and are looking for a beige Chevrolet vehicle.
Back-to-school events will soon take place across metro Atlanta, with activities planned to help families get ready for the new school year.
Organizers say more details on times and locations will be shared soon.
DeKalb County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on July 22 to invest $8M from federal funding to secure 60 transitional housing units at Park 500 in Stone Mountain for families currently living in extended stay motels—officials say the units will be fully renovated by December and include essential support services.
MiKah King, a promising 15 year old football player at Arabia Mountain High School, died on Tuesday after a medical emergency during practice—he was remembered for his leadership and is survived by his parents and a twin brother.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Collective Sound Concert
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience a night of unity, groove, and storytelling with Tyler Neal, Jude Smith & The Lindsley Brothers.
Pangaea Live Concert
9 PM – 3 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $32.26 — Experience a fusion of music styles from the Georgia-based group Pangaea.
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