Good morning, Decatur.

Devon Horton, the DeKalb County School District superintendent since 2023, was placed on paid leave after a federal indictment accused him of 17 fraud charges—including wire fraud, embezzlement, and tax fraud—while Norman C.

Sauce III was named acting superintendent at an emergency board meeting on Oct. 9.

Decatur School Board will meet on Oct.

14 to discuss possibly closing one K-2 school and redistricting to balance enrollment that has declined — no decision will be made then, as a letter with details is scheduled for Oct. 16 and public hearings for Oct. 29 and Nov. 13. The district also plans to build a new early childhood center to serve local residents.

Two projects under construction will add grocery stores and retail space to Avondale Estates and nearby Decatur — Galore Market near Sam’s Crossing will offer organic foods and beverages this fall, and Candler Crossing will feature a 50,325-square-foot Publix, mixed-use spaces, and create new jobs with completion scheduled for 2027.

Columbia Eagles edged out Miller Grove with a 26—20 win at Hallford Stadium on Oct.9, rallying from a 13—0 deficit in the second quarter.

Head coach Greg Barnett said his team relied on lessons learned from non-regional games to secure the regional matchup victory.

Marist and St. Pius face off in their 60th Fish Bowl game — each team enters with one loss.

680 The Fan’s Karl Werl and Adam Baum provide the play-by-play — photographer Eli Jordan captures the action.

Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience Atlanta's premier songwriters showcase featuring local and national talent.

Stacey Ryan Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Experience the unique sounds of singer/songwriter Stacey Ryan blending pop and jazz influences.

Brennen Leigh Concert

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the captivating storytelling of American songwriter Brennen Leigh.

Gabe Lee and Jason Eady Concert

6 PM – 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — Cost info unavailable — Experience soulful songwriting and captivating performances from Gabe Lee and Jason Eady.

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

6:30-7:29 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of live music in a candlelit setting featuring iconic hits from Queen and ABBA.

Darryl Rahn Live at Eddie's Attic

9 PM – 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — $20.03 — Experience heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies from Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Darryl Rahn.

Atlanta Storytellers: The Songs That Shape Us

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $23.37 — Enjoy a night of live storytelling through music and the memories they evoke.

Candlelight - A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

8:45 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Tickets selling fast — Experience spine-tingling Halloween classics performed by a talented string quartet under candlelight.

Kickin' Edgar Live Concert

9 PM – 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Celebrate Halloween with Kickin' Edgar's live performance and the launch of their covers album.

Tony Kamel & Rambler Kane Live Performance

7:30-11:00 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience a night of authentic live music with the energetic performances of Tony Kamel and Rambler Kane.