Decatur
Morning News
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Allegiant launched a nonstop flight from Huntsville International Airport to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport today, operating twice weekly on Sundays and Thursdays. The 180-seat Airbus (with three seating classes) offers an affordable gateway for North Alabama travelers to Tampa Bay. Rocket City Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The North Alabama Scottish Festival and Highland Games will debut on March 14-15 and bring music, athletic competition and Scottish heritage to Point Mallard Park. Decatur Morgan County Tourism announced the event Thursday. Decatur Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Morgan County Schools is set to install new weapons detection systems at its five high schools in partnership with Xtract One Technologies to boost security. A demonstration at Priceville High—set for March 12 at 7:15 a.m.—will show the system in action. WAAY-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UAH women's basketball earned a record 28th win with an 80-61 victory over Trevecca Nazarene in the GSC Semifinals at SportsMED Arena in Spragins Hall last night. The Chargers are 28-4 and will play the Union Bulldogs in the championship game on Sunday at 1 p.m. WAAY-TV
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Margaret Ellis Jewelry Spring Trunk Show
10 a.m.–5 p.m. — Carriage House — Free entry — Don’t miss the unique designs showcased at the Margaret Ellis Jewelry Spring 2026 Trunk Show.
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