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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Decatur, GA is looking for residents to fill vacant seats on the Historic Preservation Commission, Lifelong Community Advisory Board, and Legacy Decatur Board of Directors.  Decaturish
  • Decaturish is nearing its $30,000 fall fundraiser goal, only $5,200 short with five days remaining and over 550 individual contributions.  Decaturish
  • The DeKalb County Police Department teams up with Macy’s for a 'Shop with a Cop' event to sponsor holiday shopping for 30 children in the community.  DeKalb County
  • Anila Yoganathan covers critical issues such as the BioLab fire, a major water main break, and Georgia's energy needs on the Decatur Dish show.  Decaturish

CRIME NEWS

  • DeKalb County residents express fears over a series of drive-by shootings in the East Lake Terrace neighborhood despite police reports of a decrease in area crime.  FOX 5 Atlanta
  • Gwinnett County police, working with federal authorities, seek a woman who kidnapped her son after losing custody due to child neglect, with concerns she may leave Georgia.  WSB-TV

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Decatur Downtown Development Authority approved grants for small businesses to enhance commercial facades, interiors, and digital connectivity, allocating funds across three programs.  Decaturish

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Paideia School student William Rudolph from Decatur, GA, was named a 2025 YoungArts winner for photography, recognized among 800 talented young artists and receiving professional development support.  Decaturish

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Decatur, GA, has seen the construction of two duplexes and issued permits for more multi-unit homes since adopting a housing ordinance aiming to diversify residential options.  Decaturish

EVENTS

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  • A Jazzy Holiday Celebration: An Afternoon of Great Music

    This event features performances by Bassist Edwin Williams and his talented friends, promising a vibrant celebration of music and holiday spirit.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Diane Durrett Live Performance

    Diane Durrett will perform live at Napoleon's Grill in Decatur, Georgia, providing an evening of music entertainment.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • Christmas Extravaganza Featuring Ryan Horne, Nathan Angelo, Micah Dalton & Jonathan Rich

    A festive night of Christmas music from esteemed songwriters at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • Joe Gransden Live Performance

    Joe Gransden will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • Joe Gransden Concert at Eddie's Attic

    Joe Gransden will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, offering an evening of music for attendees.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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  • Ian Noe Live Performance

    Ian Noe will perform live at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA, offering an evening of music in an intimate venue.

    Thu, 12/26/24

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  • Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites Featuring Prince and Childish Gambino

    Experience a unique candlelight concert featuring neo-soul classics from artists like Prince and Childish Gambino, performed by the Listeso String Quartet at The Chapel on Sycamore.

    Fri, 12/27/24

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  • Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night

    Eddie's Attic will host a long-standing open mic night for songwriters, featuring local and national acts performing original material in a welcoming environment.

    Mon, 12/30/24

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  • Michelle Malone Live Performance

    Enjoy a live music performance by Michelle Malone at Eddie's Attic in Decatur.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Atlanta Friends Live Performance

    Enjoy a live music event featuring Francisco Vidal, Kyle Bradley, Hannah Murphy, and Keefe Klug at Eddie's Attic.

    Tue, 1/7/25

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