Decatur
Morning News
Friday, February 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At a town hall organized by Standing In Power, community members, along with former Police Chief Nate Allen, discussed improvements for the Decatur Police Department including third-party complaint reviews and enhanced community policing. WAAY-TV
- ➤ The Decatur Police Department confirmed that missing siblings, 9-year-old Lily Gray and 5-year-old Caden Gray, have been found safe. Decatur Daily
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A worker was injured in a forklift accident at GE Appliances, happening three weeks after an OSHA citation. Decatur Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Trinity man was arrested for having a firearm in his car in an East Lawrence Middle School parking lot and violating a protection order. Decatur Daily
- ➤ A juvenile has been arrested for a murder related to a shooting at Nash BBQ, highlighting an increase in youth gun violence in Decatur. Decatur Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 11-year-old Grayson Hendrix won the Morgan County Spelling Bee by correctly spelling 'charismatic'. Decatur Daily
SHOP NEWS
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Andy Sydow Live Performance
Andy Sydow will perform live at the Princess Theatre in Decatur, offering an engaging musical experience.
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The Flashbacks Concert
The Flashbacks will perform live at the Princess Theatre in Decatur, Alabama, suitable for all ages.
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Open House at 2328 Duncansby Dr SW
Explore a modern home featuring an isolated master suite, stylish kitchen, sunroom, and a backyard with a saltwater pool and fire pit.
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Carnival Frolic 13.1 & 5K Race 2025
This annual event in Decatur, Alabama features a 13.1-mile race, a 5K option, and a relay race, all set along scenic trails and historic districts.
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Duane Walker Live Performance at Highway 67 Roadhouse
Experience live music from Duane Walker in Decatur, Alabama, with an afternoon performance at a popular local venue.
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Delano Park Race Event
This event features a race consisting of multiple laps on a USATF-certified 1-mile path in Decatur's Delano Park, with aid available on each lap and accessible facilities.
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