Friday, January 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former Decatur police officer charged with murder in the shooting of Stephen Perkins seeks a self-defense hearing, citing justified use of force during a vehicle repossession incident. News 19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The annual Festival of the Cranes in Decatur is rescheduled to Jan. 18 and will be a single-day event, deviating from its typical three-day duration. Decatur Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alabama's Decatur and Madison City Schools alert parents to a data breach in PowerSchool software affecting student and employee information, with assurances of containment and no Social Security numbers compromised. Rocket City Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service in Huntsville issues a Winter Storm Warning for North Alabama and parts of Tennessee, effective from midnight Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday, expecting up to 4 inches of snow and ice accumulations. WAAY-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kay Ivey declares a state of emergency for 37 counties in Alabama due to anticipated winter weather conditions. News 19
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Kids Bird Walk at Delano Park
Ava Lyerly, president of the North Alabama Young Birders Club, will lead a bird-watching event for youth ages 5-18 at Delano Park.
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Charlie Starr Live Performance
Charlie Starr will perform live at the Princess Theatre in Decatur, offering an engaging music experience.
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Guided Waterfowl Tour at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
This event features a guided walking tour around Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge, focusing on observing various species of waterfowl.
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Carnival Strut Your Paws Dog Fashion Show
This dog fashion show invites canines to showcase their style with prizes for top contestants and additional raffle opportunities.
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