Today
in Decatur
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend a wide variety of concerts, comedy shows, theater productions, sports match-ups and festivals will take place across metro Atlanta and North Georgia — featuring acts like Maren Morris at the Tabernacle, a Back to the Future musical at the Fox Theatre, and community events in Decatur and Marietta. Fox 5 Atlanta
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologist Alex Forbes of FOX 5 said that warm and dry September weather will delay fall color change in North Georgia—Decatur residents may see a later shift in leaves. Fox 5 Atlanta
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DeKalb County Commission approved a $21M contract for sewer cleaning for three years on Sept. 23 with Atakapa Services, International Design Services, and the Renee Group to meet federal spill prevention requirements. The meeting also honored fallen firefighter Preston Fant with a moment of silence and deferred resolutions on land swap, rezoning, and budget amendments — steps meant to address ongoing county issues. Decaturish
- ➤ The Tax Commissioner extended property tax payment hours at the Memorial Drive office in Decatur to 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday until Sept. 30—taxpayers must use the UGA Extension entrance while those with disabilities may use the Northern Avenue entrance. On Common Ground News
- ➤ At its Sept. 24 meeting, Avondale Estates City Commission planned a special-called meeting to interview local residents for eight open committee seats including four on the Downtown Development Authority, with interviews set by the end of this year. City Manager Patrick Bryant provided a capital projects update covering repairs on Chatsworth Drive and Majestic Circle and a $8.52 million Complete Street Project — 80 percent federally funded, while new city branding will be presented Oct. 8. Decaturish
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Fitfo Presents: ANITE IN THE ATTIC
9:15-11:15 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience intimate live music and candid artist conversations at this unique showcase.
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The Pink Stones Live Concert
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience a unique blend of music from The Pink Stones as they push traditional boundaries.
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The Ridibund Chamber Music Society Live Performance
2-5 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the unique sounds of The Ridibund Chamber Music Society, born from a pandemic project in Atlanta.
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Comedy Music @ The Attic
9:15-11:15 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $14.46 — An entertaining fusion of folk-rock and rap awaits as Jimmy John Misty and Richie Watkins take the stage.
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The Travelin’ McCourys Live Performance
7 PM – Midnight — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Experience the bluegrass talent of the McCoury brothers and their acclaimed band.
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Shinyribs Live at Eddie's Attic
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $32.26 — Experience the eclectic sounds of Shinyribs, blending groove and subtle poetry.
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