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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Decatur police patrolled the city overnight, responding to reported incidents — no further details were provided. Atlanta News First
DRINK NEWS
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HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Parents Network will partner with the Decatur Education Foundation to provide teen-focused naloxone training at Legacy Park's Hawkins Dining Hall on Sept. 7 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.—family members may join and free naloxone kits will be given in limited quantities with space limited for registration. Decaturish
- ➤ Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr testified in Washington, D.C. yesterday as he defended his Make America Healthy Again plan, sharply criticized the CDC, and honored fallen DeKalb officer David Rose who was killed last month at a CDC headquarters shooting—his remarks came during Senate questioning. Senators pressed him over his vaccine policy changes and recent firing of the CDC director, and his new vaccine advisory panel will meet later this month to review vaccine updates. Fox 5 Atlanta
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Atlanta Braves lost five of their last seven games and will try to reset at home today against the Seattle Mariners—counting on returning pitcher Chris Sale and waiver pickup Ha-Seong Kim to boost their play at Truist Park. The team aims to take advantage of its strong home record while the Mariners struggle on the road. Atlanta News First
- ➤ Several DeKalb alums played well in week one of college football; Columbia's Jadan Baugh rushed for 104 yards in Florida’s win—Cedar Grove’s Rashod Dubinion gained 142 yards for App State while Marist and other alums also made key plays. The Champion
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Luke Bower: Dopamine and Jesus Tour
7 PM - 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $23.37 — Experience Luke Bower's reflective storytelling and music blending Americana, folk, and alt-country.
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Billy Gilman Concert
8 PM – Midnight — Eddie's Attic — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of Billy Gilman, famed for his double platinum debut single 'One Voice'.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience Atlanta's premier open mic for songwriters and enjoy a night of original music.
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Live Music Showcase: Spencer Thomas, Jordan Burchel, & Mary Margaret Cozart
7-9 PM — Eddie's Attic — From $16.68 — Experience a night of Southern soul and Americana with local talents.
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Girl Named Tom Live in Concert
7-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $TBA — Experience the harmonious sounds of the trio who made history on NBC's The Voice.
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Christina Eagle Live Performance
9 PM - 1 AM — Eddie's Attic — $20.03 — Enjoy a lively performance by Christina Eagle in an intimate setting.
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The Kruse Brothers Live
9 PM – 3 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience an innovative blend of country music with The Kruse Brothers at a cozy venue.
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Roger Street Friedman Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience the captivating sounds of critically acclaimed artist Roger Street Friedman live with special guest Ben Bostick.
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The Talbott Brothers Live
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the soulful sounds of the Talbott Brothers from Nebraska at this intimate venue.
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Happy Hour Live Performance
9:15 p.m. – 12:15 a.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $14.46 — Enjoy a night of southern rock jams and classic covers from Atlanta's own Happy Hour.
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