Decatur
Morning News
Thursday, February 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 59th annual Decatur Kiwanis Club Pancake Day will offer pancakes and sausage at Decatur High School this Saturday. Decatur Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Austin High School to get a new $1.4M tennis court complex for its athletes. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Decatur, Athens, and Hartselle City Schools will open with a two-hour delay on Thursday, with Decatur also delaying on Friday due to unspecified reasons. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Schools in Decatur, Athens, Hartselle, Morgan County, Limestone County, and Lawrence County will operate on a two-hour delay Thursday and Friday due to unspecified reasons. Decatur Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Due to forecasted sustained cold temperatures and high electricity demand, TVA and North Alabama electrical agencies are requesting residents voluntarily reduce energy consumption during peak morning hours. WAAY-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Morgan County Health Department's latest inspection reveals varying health scores for food and lodging establishments from February 10-15, 2025, with one establishment achieving a perfect score. WAAY-TV
SHOP NEWS
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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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Free Tax Preparation Assistance at Decatur Public Library
This event offers free tax preparation assistance by appointment only, provided by the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program at the Decatur Public Library.
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