Today
in Decatur
Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thanksgiving morning, Geoff King's childhood home on Glenhaven Drive off Covington Highway caught fire after he heard a popping noise in the basement—firefighters spent hours extinguishing the blaze and checking for hot spots, and no one was injured. Atlanta News First
- ➤ DeKalb County rescuers saved an 83-year-old man who had fallen in his motel room and lain there for days with his dog Buster by his side—they later returned to rescue the dog from the same room. WSB-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A White House replica in DeKalb County at 3687 Briarcliff Road is for sale at $35 million, featuring a 16,500 square foot main residence with an Oval Office plus a 6,700 square foot West Wing guest house converted from a church. The property includes six bedrooms, luxury spaces like a banquet hall and outdoor kitchen, and is represented by SERHANT agents. WSB-TV
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Ellis Paul Concert
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Experience the soulful storytelling of Ellis Paul through his captivating music and profound lyrics.
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Son Little Live with Candi Jenkins
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — $TBA — Experience the soulful sounds of Son Little with special guest Candi Jenkins at this intimate venue.
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Christmas with The Currys
7–10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Enjoy a festive evening with The Currys as they bring their holiday spirit to the stage.
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A Jazzy Holiday Celebration
12-6 p.m. — Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center — Tickets from $22.13 — Enjoy an afternoon of jazzy holiday spirit with bass virtuoso Edwin Williams and friends.
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Decatur Holiday Marketplace 2025
5:30-9 p.m. & 10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Clairemont Elementary School — Free entry — Celebrate the season with handmade goods from talented local artisans.
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Natural Hair Fest Atlanta
10 AM – 6 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory — Free entry — Celebrate and empower the beauty of natural hair with vendors, discussions, and demonstrations.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $11.12 — Experience the best of local songwriting talent in a cozy venue.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $28.92 — Celebrate the holidays with timeless music from A Charlie Brown Christmas performed by The Kyle Bryant Trio.
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Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites
4:15-5:14 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of legends like Prince and Childish Gambino illuminated by candlelight.
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Urban Nutcracker 2025
3-5 p.m. — Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center — Tickets available — Experience a unique urban interpretation of the classic Nutcracker ballet by Ballethnic Dance Company.
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