Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Decatur families can join free trunk or treat events on Oct.
31 offered by community partners in DeKalb, Rockdale and Gwinnett which include a haunted house at a Rockdale Sheriff’s Office parking lot and safe activities for kids. Springfield Baptist Church will host its Harvest of Blessings Fall Festival in Conyers from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.—featuring hayrides, bounce houses and a petting zoo—while organizers invite everyone to enjoy a fun, secure evening.
🎓 Education
City Schools of Decatur held a public meeting on Wednesday to discuss the potential closure of a K-2 school for consolidation since schools with fewer than 200 students lose state funding support — the meeting did not count as one of the required public hearings.
Parents and students expressed concern, and an official decision will come by early December.
🏛️ Government
DeKalb County will expand the Snapfinger Wastewater Facility in a multimillion-dollar project to boost capacity from 36 million to 54 million gallons per day — a move aimed at reducing sanitary sewer overflows.
County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson said the upgrade will improve infrastructure and help control water bills — addressing long-standing environmental concerns.
🏈 Sports
Four DeKalb County alumni were inducted into the Georgia Football Hall of Fame on Oct.
25—Danny Buggs, Steve Wallace, Harris Barton, and Chris Gardocki earned honors for their noted football careers. They joined 29 others at a ceremony that featured a game at North DeKalb Stadium where the Dunwoody Wildcats defeated the Chamblee Bulldogs.
🎉 Decatur Events
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Just Roxie: Farewell Show
8-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $27.81 — Celebrate the musical journey of Just Roxie with an intimate farewell performance by talented musicians.
Comedy Throwdown at Eddie's Attic
9:00-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $8.90 — Experience a night of laughs at one of the best open mic comedy shows in Decatur.
2025 Decatur Wine Festival
5:30-9:30 p.m. — 101 E Court Square, Decatur, GA — Tickets required — Enjoy over 450 wines at tasting tables while supporting a local arts fundraiser.
Georgia Spartans Invitational
12:30-2 p.m. — Exchange Park — Cost info to be announced — Enjoy a thrilling basketball matchup featuring the Georgia Spartans and GIE Caibo Immortals.
The Renaissance Room
9:15 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $16.68 — Experience an intimate live music event with The Renaissance Orchestra in Decatur.
William Elliott Whitmore Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets start at $26.70 — Experience the soulful sounds of William Elliott Whitmore, rooted in the rhythms of rural life.
Fielder and Thomas Austin Live
9:00 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $26.70 — Experience the soulful sounds of the Nashville duo inspired by renowned artists.
Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
8:45-9:45 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting sounds of Vivaldi's Four Seasons illuminated by candlelight.
Josh Goldberg Sings Broadway with Joe Alterman
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $45.06 — Experience an enchanting evening of Broadway tunes performed live by Josh Goldberg accompanied by Joe Alterman.
Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA Tribute
8:45-9:44 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting evening of classic hits from Queen and ABBA, set to a captivating candlelight ambiance.
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