Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
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🏘️ Community
Local businesses in Decatur are offering shoppers perks for holiday spending as multiple events run through the season.
Downtown events include Terrific Thursdays with free snacks and live entertainment and Small Business Saturdays with gift wrapping and Santa appearances.
🎭 Culture
Decatur's 50-year Christmas light display, started by Mary Graves and now cared for by her sons, brightens Fontaine Circle with 200,000 lights and new decorations each year.
Neighbors appreciate the festive setup as it turns off at 11 p.m. and will be taken down by Dec. 29.
🏛️ Government
DeKalb County began maintenance on the Shoal Creek trunk sewer on Dec.
20 — work pauses today and will resume Monday, Jan. 5. The initial project under the federal Consent Decree may lead to repeated site visits in the area.
DeKalb County Government launched the Plane Noise app for residents near Peachtree Airport to file noise complaints via an easy-to-use webform, mobile app (and hotline).
Officials advised users to include details like time, location and aircraft type, and noted that submissions become public.
🎉 Decatur Events
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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.
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.
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.
211 Miles From Nashville
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $14.46 — Experience an eclectic night of live music with talented artists in an intimate setting.
Jordan Thorne Live Concert
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $14.46 — Experience Jordan Thorne's powerful vocals and unique blend of classic rock, pop, and country music.
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