Today
in Decatur
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Atlanta’s Finest 5K honored a fallen DeKalb officer and raised funds to help his family this year—making the race more meaningful than usual. Atlanta News First
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 4-year-old child was rushed to hospital after a possible near drowning — police responded to a home on Memorial Drive SE near Spence Avenue SE just before 2:45 p.m. and the child remains in critical condition. WSB-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the Atlanta Track Club donated more than $40,000 from its Atlanta’s Finest 5k to the family of Officer David Rose—who was killed responding to the CDC shooting on August 8. Fox 5 Atlanta
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Baylee Littrell Live Performance
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticketed event — Experience the heartfelt music of Baylee Littrell, known for his emotional performances and diverse musical influences.
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Grupo RYE Live Performance
9:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience the fresh and contemporary essence of mariachi music with Grupo RYE.
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