Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
Good morning, Decatur.
🏘️ Community
Eleven women experiencing homelessness started a transitional housing and workforce training program at 232 E.
Lake Dr. after a ceremony on Dec. 3. Georgia Works in partnership with local nonprofits is interviewing applicants now and will move tenants in by year-end.
Local drug court participants in Decatur completed an intensive rehabilitation program on Dec.
3, meeting fines and court requirements while choosing recovery over jail. State Court Judge Jason Thompson hosted a graduation ceremony to mark their new start.
🎓 Education
The DeKalb County School Board will discuss buying 50 Blue Bird electric buses at their upcoming meeting, which would boost the electric fleet to 75 buses under the Clean School Bus Program Agreement.
The plan involves an $18.75 million upgrade to support cleaner student transportation.
🏛️ Government
MARTA will launch its NextGen Bus Network on April 18 to offer more frequent service and better connect riders with job opportunities.
The agency has begun announcing changes with temporary bus stop signs installed now and MARTA Reach debuting on March 7.
📰 Lifestyle
Top Spice Thai and Malaysian Cuisine at Toco Hills Shopping Center features high ceilings and modern decor in a casual setting.
Due to an internet outage, the restaurant (cash-only for transactions) invites diners daily for lunch and dinner and operates a second location on Cobb Parkway.
Skye Estroff shared a guide to help locals find holiday treat boxes offering unique gifts – her list highlights top spots to order from.
Posted Dec. 4 at 10:49 a.m., her recommendations ease the hunt for seasonal gift treats.
🎉 Decatur Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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