Saturday, September 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb deputies and U.S. Marshals arrested 14 suspects—including 3 juveniles—for violent crimes in the Stone Mountain area last week, and the suspects now face charges like armed robbery and aggravated assault. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ On Labor Day, firefighters pulled 48-year-old Stephanie Wiley from a burning Stonecrest apartment around 1 a.m.—her ex-boyfriend Shawn Fails was arrested in Alabama on charges of murder, aggravated assault and arson, leaving her family to mourn her loss and face funeral and medical costs. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in a Decatur neighborhood experienced repeated water main breaks that caused flooded streets and clogged sewage systems—county crews repaired a break on Mercer Rd on Wednesday, while locals continue to face water supply issues. Decaturish
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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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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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