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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews responded quickly to a townhome fire at North Decatur Gardens on Church Street on Monday morning and rescued a man who was hospitalized with serious burns as delays occurred due to the neighborhood’s tight layout. Fox 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County police charged three men after a chase began on I-20 on Sunday afternoon when a driver pulled over for speeding, tossed guns from the car and crashed in a neighborhood—one suspect was taken into custody while the two passengers will face charges after hospital release, with no injuries reported. WSB-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County announced that cooling centers will open from July 28 to July 31 to help residents cope with extreme heat as the National Weather Service forecasts heat indices over 100 degrees. The centers are set up at local recreation centers, libraries and other facilities, with some in Decatur at Mason Mill Recreation Center + Exchange Park Intergeneration Center offering free water and pool access. WSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A heat advisory went into effect Monday as dangerous temperatures rose and cooling centers opened across metro Atlanta—several, including Mason Mill Recreation Center, Covington Library, and Decatur Library, serve those without air conditioning. Transportation assistance is available for residents who need it. Atlanta News First
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eighth grader Maddie Graham of Druid Hills Middle School was chosen to represent Georgia in USA Swimming’s Championship in Orlando — a competition for 36 swimmers ages 11-14 running through Aug. 2. She is excited to race in the breaststroke event and plans to do her best. The Champion
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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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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.
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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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Ruthie Foster Live
6-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket purchase required — Experience a soulful night with Grammy-winning artist Ruthie Foster as she brings her eclectic blend of blues, folk, and gospel to Decatur.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience a vibrant evening of local and national songwriters showcasing their talents at Atlanta's premiere open mic.
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