Today
in Decatur
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ANF and Hosea Helps teamed up on Giving Tuesday to launch the Together We Care donation drive (designed to benefit Hosea Helps) and local residents were invited to contribute to support its programs. Atlanta News First
- ➤ The Wealthy Group real estate team hosted a Giving Tuesday brunch and toy drive to support foster children, benefiting 28 local families — the event offered gifts, meals, and community support. Fox 5 Atlanta
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A major water main break on Midway Road created a deep sinkhole that forced several local schools to dismiss early Monday and raised safety concerns as crews work to repair the line and residents worry that heavy rain may further weaken the pavement. Fox 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ City Schools of Decatur postponed the groundbreaking for the new Early Childhood Learning Center on Electric Avenue because a judge is reviewing the bonds needed to fund the $23 million project. A new ceremony date will be set when the review is complete. Decaturish
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new study shows that drivers in metro Atlanta, including those leaving from Decatur + nearby areas, spend more time in traffic than earlier reported. Local government may use the findings to review plans aimed at easing congestion. WSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Grady Health System opened a 14,000-square-foot outpatient center on Flat Shoals Road offering primary care, behavioral health, orthopedics and general surgery services to improve local healthcare. This center is the first of two that will open in DeKalb before the year ends – the second is scheduled for later this month on Candler Road. Atlanta News First
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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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Cece Benz and Stratton James Trio Concert
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience an evening of indie pop as Cece Benz shares her heartfelt storytelling and music.
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~ Robert Frost
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