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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Everyday Sunshine Thrift Store is collecting gently worn formal dresses, suits, ties and shoes for Decatur City Schools' AIM Developmental Program to support a special needs prom. Decatur Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Christopher Michelfelder, a 56-year-old Moulton man, pleaded guilty to a decade-long mail fraud scheme after stealing agricultural chemicals for his personal farm business—he was sentenced to 63-months in prison, and his actions resulted in over $6 million in losses for his employer. WAAY-TV
- ➤ A Limestone County judge denied bail on Wednesday for several men charged with human trafficking after a sting operation in Athens. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Decatur police arrested 36-year-old Kobi Dale Lamar Pendleton on Tuesday night on Lee Street in connection with a Regions Bank robbery that occurred last week on Hughes Road at 1:30 p.m.—he faces robbery-banking institution-gun charges as multiple agencies continue their investigation. WAAY-TV
- ➤ Priceville Police Department caught 30-year-old Dylan Blake Worley Wednesday morning at 7:30 a.m.—he had fled a traffic stop near Marsha Avenue and faces felony charges including an attempted murder probation violation from New Hope. WAAY-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 3M donated $215,000 to Decatur City Schools during the STEM and Skilled Trades event at Career Academies of Decatur on Monday — the contribution supported the district's focus on STEM and trades, officials said. Decatur Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Transportation will open bids on three local road resurfacing projects on March 28—work set to begin this summer. Decatur Daily
SHOP NEWS
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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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RCR River City Run - 10k, 5k, and Fun Run Events
The RCR River City Run offers multiple running events including a 10k, 5k, and a Fun Run, catering to runners of all ages and abilities.
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Vintage Market Days of North Alabama
10 AM-4 PM — Ingalls Harbor Pavilion — $5-15 — Explore a unique shopping experience with vintage treasures from local and regional vendors.
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Vintage Market Days of North Alabama
10 AM-3 PM — Ingalls Harbor Pavilion — $5-15 — Discover unique vintage treasures and handmade goods from local artisans and vendors.
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MLF Abu Garcia College Fishing National Championship
All Day — Ingalls Harbor — Free entry — Witness college anglers compete in the prestigious MLF Abu Garcia National Championship on Wheeler Lake.
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