Today
in Decatur
Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County has expanded its animal shelter with a $4.1 million project off Chamblee Dunwoody Road — the new pet neighborhood adds ten climate-controlled buildings to ease overcrowding and support spaying and neutering efforts. Most of the funding came from a special-purpose local option sales tax. WSB-TV
- ➤ Atlanta Community Food Bank leaders said they urgently need volunteers to support local food distribution this holiday season. FOX 5's report (posted on Dec. 19) detailed how community members can get involved to ensure no one goes hungry. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ The annual Toys for Tots campaign is ending this weekend at the warehouse, but donations are still accepted; Paul Milliken and Santa provided details on how to contribute. Fox 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Principal Tara Stifler from Kipp Woodson Park Academy and Lisa Wyer from All Kids Bike announced that the Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund and American Family Insurance will deliver bikes for students in Decatur. The initiative, unveiled Friday, Dec. 19, aims to support safe rides and active play. Fox 5 Atlanta
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A DeKalb County firefighter who lost her leg in a crash on duty left the hospital yesterday, and her colleagues showed support with a moving tribute. Fox 5 Atlanta
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Retailers in Decatur expect a heavy crowd today as shoppers rush for last-minute holiday gifts. At the local Walmart, employees have been working from sunup to sundown — fulfilling online and express delivery orders — to help meet the demand. Atlanta News First
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A long-standing tradition shines on Fontaine Drive as Mary Graves lights her home—a project maintained for 45 years—that attracts visitors every day from Thanksgiving to Dec. 27. Locals enjoy the festive setup of thousands of lights and cheerful décor, sparking community holiday spirit. Decaturish
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County announced a $250,000 project to clean eight illegal tire dump sites as county officials & the Sanitation Division removed over 37,000 tires so far. Four sites in Decatur and nearby areas are cleaned while the remaining sites will be worked on by the week of Christmas, weather permitting. The Champion
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Residents of a Decatur condominium community have struggled with recurring sinkholes and now the HOA estimates repairs may cost between $140K and $200K due to erosion around underground pipes (emails indicate fee increases are planned) to fund the work. Atlanta News First
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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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Livvy's Love Fun Run/Walk 2026
8-10 a.m. — Stone Mountain Park — Registration required — Participate in a fun-filled run or walk for a great cause supporting youth.
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Dan Bern Live Performance
9-11 PM — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $26.70 — Experience the captivating live performance of Dan Bern, known for his deeply moving and imaginative songs.
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~ Maya Angelou
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