Good morning, Decatur.

A ribbon cutting is scheduled for a new affordable housing community in Decatur — local officials say the event will mark an important milestone in the city's development.

The ceremony will highlight efforts to add affordable homes for local residents.

DeKalb County Animal Shelter is evacuating over two dozen animals from overcrowded shelters by air to new homes in the Northeast as rising inflation drives more pet surrenders; Pilots To The Rescue will help transport the animals and the shelter aims to adopt out 20 pets by the end of today — a step to ease the pressure on the facility.

Metro Atlanta added more than 64,000 residents over the past year, bringing its total to about 5.3 million — Fulton County led with 18,800 new people while the region shows a shift in racial diversity.

The DeKalb County Commission approved a plan for a water bill amnesty program that will let income-qualified residents have some unpaid water bills forgiven while also reviewing debt in older condo areas.

The program will begin no later than Sept 2—Urban League will set up the discount and outreach plans—and officials say it may boost county collections and ease customer burdens.

Blossom Girlz Open House

1-4 p.m. — Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library — Free entry — Explore a vibrant program fostering confidence and creativity for young girls aged 6-13.

Eddie Kesler & 3/4 Time with Special Guest Dave Franklin

6:00–8:00 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Enjoy a night of live music with local talent in a cozy venue.

Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Discover local talent and enjoy two songs from various performing songwriters in an intimate setting.

The BoykinZ Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $16.68 — Enjoy an evening of live music with The BoykinZ in a cozy venue.

Conrad Moore, Bryant Tench, & Ansley McAllister Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $16.68 — Enjoy heartfelt live music from southern-inspired singer-songwriters at a beloved local venue.

Highland Reverie: Luke and Madison Morris Concert

9 PM - 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — Ticket prices vary — Experience soulful folk music that celebrates the traditions of Appalachia.

Allie Colleen and Angie K Live Concert

4:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience an enchanting evening with Nashville powerhouses Allie Colleen and Angie K in an intimate acoustic show.

The Verve Pipe Concert

6-8 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $45.06 — Enjoy a captivating performance by The Verve Pipe, blending pop and alt-rock sounds.

Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience local talent at Atlanta's premiere songwriters open mic night in a historic venue.

Leah Marlene, Tabitha Meeks, and Kenny Sharp Live

9 PM – 3 AM — Eddie's Attic — Ticket prices vary — Experience an eclectic mix of 'Brown Liquor Music' blending genres like Soul, Blues, and Hip-Hop.