Decatur
Morning News
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Decatur city leaders are supporting Brooklyn Williams (a student at Austin Junior High School diagnosed with rare brain cancer) by hosting a blood drive on Monday, Feb. 9 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at City Hall, Donor Center and Fire & Rescue Training Center, where lunch will be provided. WAAY-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The local Chamber is searching for a Leadership and Events Manager to lead adult and student leadership programs — this position will also manage key chamber events to support economic and community growth. Applications will be accepted until Friday, Feb. 13. Decatur Chamber of Commerce
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Chamber hosted its Emerging Leaders event on Feb. 4 with Wes Chenault from Durbin Leadership sharing practical strategies to build confidence; participants left with actionable takeaways, and the next session is scheduled for Wed, April 1. Decatur Chamber of Commerce
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local singers and groups will audition to perform the National Anthem at Trash Pandas games on Saturday, Feb. 21 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.) at Toyota Field's SportsMED Stadium Club. Selected acts will perform a cappella at one of the 69 home games in the upcoming season. Rocket City Now
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Carnival Frolic 13.1 Half Marathon
10 a.m. — Decatur City Hall — Registration required — Celebrate the 10th anniversary with a festive half marathon, scenic routes, and post-race Mardi Gras treats.
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