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Wednesday, November 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County is opening four warming centers from Nov. 20-22 to assist residents during forecasted cold weather, offering centralized services including hot meals, beds, and case management. DeKalb County
- ➤ DeKalb County Watershed employees are addressing a water main break on Vine Circle, with efforts ongoing to identify the cause and minimize impact to local residents. Decaturish
- ➤ Calm Decatur held its annual event to honor road traffic victims, advocating for safety improvements and community engagement in Decatur's Safe Streets Action Plan. Decaturish
- ➤ A woman in DeKalb County has been experiencing persistent leaks in her apartment due to unaddressed damage from Hurricane Helene, impacting her daily life. WSB-TV
- ➤ DeKalb County's Unhoused Summit tackled homelessness by sharing stories, discussing the inaccuracy of unhoused population counts, and introducing a $13 million Integrated Community Care Initiative to provide financial stability. The Champion
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County police are seeking public assistance to locate a man accused of exposing himself and performing a lewd act at Belle Vista Apartments, raising safety concerns among residents. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Pro Tem Tony Powers apologized for a confrontation with resident Lynn Gathercole, who criticized the Decatur City Commission's actions on an affordable housing project, during a city meeting. Decaturish
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Atlanta Regional Collaborative Health for Improvement Symposium aimed to transform America's 'sick care' system into a more equitable healthcare system by focusing on social determinants of health. Decaturish
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Matthew Hogan Discusses 'Foot in Mouth Disease' with Matt Hoffman
Experience an evening of humor and insightful conversation as local author Matthew Hogan discusses his new book 'Foot in Mouth Disease' with his friend Matt Hoffman.
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Annual Glassblowing Demonstrations and Anniversary Open House
Experience the artistry of glassblowing with live demonstrations, food, and a vibrant atmosphere at Decatur Glassblowing's 12th anniversary celebration.
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Mason Mill Thanksgiving Break Camp for Youth
Engage youth aged 5-15 in a variety of recreational and artistic activities while parents provide meals at Mason Mill Recreation Center.
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Zach Meadows Live at Eddie's Attic
Experience a live performance by Zach Meadows at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, Georgia.
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The Howlin Embers Live at Eddie's Attic
Experience an engaging live performance by The Howlin Embers at the popular Eddie's Attic venue in Decatur.
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Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Decatur
Experience the festive spirit at the annual tree lighting in Downtown Decatur, featuring holiday carols, hot cocoa, gingerbread cookies, and a special appearance by Santa.
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Experience The Bygones with Special Guest Emma Harner
Experience the mesmerizing sounds of the indie folk duo The Bygones alongside special guest Emma Harner at Eddie's Attic.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
Eddie's Attic hosts a long-standing open mic night for songwriters, providing a platform for both national and local talent to perform.
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Andrew Holley with Special Guest Andrew James
Andrew Holley performs live at Eddie's Attic, featuring special guest Andrew James for an intimate evening of music.
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Mike Cooley Concert at Eddie's Attic
Mike Cooley, known for his role in Drive-By Truckers, will perform at Eddie's Attic in Decatur.
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