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Tucker Restaurant Week 2024 is here, 2/24 City Council meeting updates, and more
Angela Ahn
February 27, 2025
Good morning, Tucker!
In today’s edition:
Tucker’s Pickleball Court Saga Continues: Updates from 2/24 City Council Meeting
🥘 Don’t miss out on Tucker Restaurant Week deals happening now (2/25 - 3/2)!
Upcoming Spring events
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🏓 Tucker’s Pickleball Court Saga Continues
The City Council meeting on February 24th centered on the controversial proposal to build a 12-court pickleball complex at Tucker Recreation Center. If you’re not up to speed, here’s what’s happening:
Local residents are opposing the $3M project due to concerns about noise, light pollution, and traffic. The pickleball courts and lighting would cost $650K, while the rest would cover parking expansion and stormwater improvements.
Pickleball is the recreation center's most popular activity, with 500-600 league participants.
Parks Director Rip Robertson showed a video demonstrating special screening material that could be installed around the courts to reduce noise, but opponents weren’t convinced.
The project was in development since 2022, but the first community meeting wasn't held until November 2024. Critics argue they were excluded from the planning process until after it was underway.
Councilmember Alexis Weaver has allied with the opposition, while Councilmember Amy Trocchi emphasized the need to keep an open mind and find compromise.
Trocchi requested an analysis of alternative locations and suggested homeowners should have researched potential developments before purchasing nearby properties.
Resident Heather Hale has threatened legal action if the project proceeds.
No final decision was made at the meeting.
What are your thoughts about the pickelball court proposal?
In other business, the council voted to opt out of the state's floating homestead tax exemption, with Mayor Frank Auman casting the sole dissenting vote.
Read more from the source: Decaturish
Small Business News 📰
🥘 Loosen your belts — Tucker Restaurant Week 2025 is here!
Tucker’s 2025 Restaurant Week is happening this week (Feb 25 - March 2)! We've gathered all participating restaurants and their exclusive Restaurant Week offers in one convenient place. Grab your friends, treat your family, or enjoy a romantic night out while supporting our local dining scene!
Participating Restaurant | 2025 Tucker Restaurant Week Specials |
|---|---|
Antico Pizza Tucker - nationally acclaimed pizza in Tucker | 15% off all pizzas on the menu |
Baraka Shawarma - Middle Eastern delights in a warm and welcoming spot | 20% all menu items |
Bell Street Burritos - California style burritos, quesadillas, and tacos | Daily Menu Specials for TRW – $10.99 |
Books & Brew - independent bookseller featuring homemade stews and tasty brews | Books & Brew Meal Deal – $20 Stew, mashed potatoes, cornbread, 12 oz. drink (choice of soda, cider, coffee, tea, wine, or beer), choice of cookie |
Cakes Castle - dessert hotspot with authentic mouth-watering fresh desserts | Mix & Match BOGO Deal - Purchase any 3 Cupcakes, Mini-Cheesecakes or Brownies and get a free cake bite! |
CocoCakes by Coco - freshly baked cakes and sweet treats | FREE Cupcake with the purchase of a Chunk or Brownie |
The Corner Cup Coffee - coffee, lattes, and locally sourced pastries | The Salty, But Sweet Drink – Get any size drip coffee for the price of a small. |
El Taco Naco - authentic Mexican taqueria offering tacos and more | Your Choice of Menu Specials 🌮 3 Small Tacos served with rice, beans and drink – $12 🌮 3 handmade Tacos served with rice, beans and drink and beans – $15 🌮 Taco Birria – $15 🌽 Mexican Corn on the Cob – $4 |
Ford’s BBQ - Specializes in brisket, ribs, and southern barbecue | Free Chicharrones with purchase of 2 Pork Sandwiches – $28 |
Fluffy Fluffy - viral souffle pancakes, burnt-top cheesecakes, beverages, and more | 15% off All Menu Items Including NOTE: Offer valid at this location only |
Grecian Gyro - known for gyros, spanakopita, and baklava | $15 Meal Deal – Create your own customized Grecian Bowl with Beverage and Dessert |
Kochi Sushi and Grill - sushi & hibachi style meals | 🍗 Chicken Hibachi – $10 🍣 Pink Panther Sushi Roll – $10 🍚 Yum Yum Fried Rice – $10 |
KPOT - Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - traditional Asian hot pot and KBBQ | 20% off* all Dine-In Adult Meals |
La Glorieta - traditional Honduran street food | All Specials include a free flavored water beverage - Enchiladas Combo – $9.99 - Chilaquiles Combo – $9.99 - Chicken Tacos Dorados – $9.99 - Pastelitos de Perro – $9.99 - Trio Combo – $9.99 - Baleadas Locas – $9.99 |
Las Colinas - authentic Mexican cuisine in the heart of Tucker | - 2 Empanadas – $7 - 3 Street Tacos – $8 - Las Colinas Bowl – $10.50 |
Los Hermanos - classic Mexican dishes | Get a Free Cheese Dip with any $25 or more Purchase |
Local 7 - local beers and community food | Free house-fried Chips & homemade Salsa with purchase of Two (2) Local Burgers – $30 |
Magnolia Room Cafeteria - meat-and-three featuring fresh, locally sourced veggies | Free Dessert with the purchase of any ‘Magnolia Plate’ *NOTE: Must mention Tucker Restaurant Week to receive free dessert |
Matthews Cafeteria - down-home southern cooking | 1. Tuesday – Made from scratch Sausage Biscuit- $2 2. Wednesday – Brunswick Stew – $5 3. Thursday – Blackberry Cobbler – $2.25 4. Friday – Jenna’s Chicken and Rice Casserole $5.50 5. Sunday – Turkey & Dressing – $6 |
Mint Coffeehouse - newest coffee shop with speciality drinks | New Items for TRW: ☕️ Honey Pistachio Latte – Medium $5 / Large $5.50 ☕️ Rose Latte – Medium $4.50 / Large $5.00 ☕️ Mint Rose Latte – Medium $5 / Large $5.50 🥖 Cheesy Za’atar Flatbread – $8 🥖 Tomato, Sesame & Cheese Flatbread – $8 |
Monterrey Mexican - OG Mexican restaurant in Tucker! | - Shrimp Enchiladas* – $11.99 (Exclusive item created just for TRW2025) 🌮 Tacos Dorados – $9.99 🌮 Single Taco Deals – Priced per each 🌮 Pastor Taco – $2.50 🌮 Dirty Taco – $3.99 🌮 Quesabirria – $3.99 – Drink Specials – 🍹 Hibiscus Margarita – $4.50 | Horchata – $1.99 (no refills) |
Nicky’s Undefeated - the best authentic cheesesteaks | Three’s Company Deal – $14.99 Any 6” Sandwich, any soup or side and a scoop of ice cream or Italian water ice for dessert |
Perc - coffee haven! | Order a Crunchwrap and Good Times Latte combo and get $2 off! |
Pupuseria Carla - specializes in Salvadoran street food and sweet delights | 🌮 2 Pupusas – $6.75 🌮 2 Tacos – $6.75 |
Shorty’s - wood-fired pizzas, entrees, and more | “The Mark Smith” Pizza – Small $17 – Large $24 |
Sugar Mex - hand-crafted ice cream, fresh fruit popsicle | Choose from a selection of frozen, fruity, sweet, and savory treats & drinks |
Tucker Brewing Company - German-inspired menu with food and drinks | Three Course Meal & Choice of Beer – $26 |
Tucker Events 🎟️
📆 Upcoming Events
Hosting an event and want to get featured in Tucker Today? Don’t hesitate to reach out.
Event | Details | Location / Date |
|---|---|---|
🦆 Rubber Ducky Scavenger Hunt | Come search high and low for hidden rubber duckies throughout Kelley Cofer Park! This free family-friendly event is perfect for all ages. More details here. | Location: Kelley Cofer Park (4259 N. Park Drive) Dates/time: Saturday, March 8 @2-4pm |
🥧 PI Day Pie-K | Celebrate PI day by getting in some steps and enjoying a slice or two of pie! More details here. | Location: Tucker Recreation Center (4898 Lavista Road) Date: Friday, March 14th @ 6-7pm |
🥘 Tucker’s Chili Cook-off | Come taste all the delicious chili and vote for the People’s Choice award! Drinks (courtesy of The Local 7 and Ford’s BBQ) will be available for purchase. | Location: Main Street Date: Saturday, March 15th @ 1-5pm Cost: $10 entry |
🎨 ARTucker | ARTucker’s 10th Anniversary celebration — a family-friendly, free, one-day arts and crafts show! Free art activities, interactive chalk towers, food trucks, live entertainment, and more! | Location: Church Street Green Space (4316 Church Street) Date: April 19th (10am - 4pm) |
🪴 Plant Swap | It’s that time of year again — come ready to swap some plants! More details coming. | Location: Church Street Park Date: April 26th |
☀️ Tucker Day 2025 | Mark your calendars now for Tucker Day 2025! More details to come. | Location: Main Street Date: Saturday, May 3 |
🔁 Recurring Events
Event | Details | Location / Date |
|---|---|---|
🀄️Tucker Mahjong Club | A brand new event series to occur every Thursday! For beginners and advanced players. 4 mahjong sets will be provided. Join the Facebook group here. | Location: Tucker Recreational Center Date/time: Thursdays @ 1:30pm - 3:30pm |
♟️Tucker Chess Club | 100% free and open to all skill levels! Bring chess gear, snacks, dinner, and friends! Contact [email protected] with any q’s. | Location: 2317 Main St Date/time: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday @ 7pm |
🎧️Podcast Club | Join the Podcast Club every 1st Tuesday of the month! Questions? Email Elizabeth at [email protected] | Location: Tucker-Reid Cofer Library Date/time: next meeting is March 11th @ 6:30-7:30pm; recurring every 2nd Tuesday of the month |
Tucker Tunes - Live Music 🎵
Monday
Napoleon's Grill | Jazz Jam Session & Open Mic | 7:30pm - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Moonshadow Tavern | Open Mic Night | 8:00pm - 11:30pm
Thursday
Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Moonshadow Tavern | Live Music | 8:00pm - 11:30pm
Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 10:00pm
The Mad Italian | Live Music | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Moonshadow Tavern | Live Music | 8:00pm - 11:30pm
Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 10:00pm
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