Good morning, Decatur.

United Launch Alliance said its Vulcan rocket was certified by the U.S. Space Force for national security space launches.

The firm, which assembles rockets in Decatur and has invested millions in North Alabama, reached the certification after years of tests and successful flight demonstrations — a key step in its role for future U.S. space missions.

On March 26, the Chamber held its 2025 Annual Meeting at the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel to celebrate its 94th year and mark a leadership change as outgoing Chairman John Holley (Dean for Technologies at Calhoun Community College) passed the gavel to Chair-elect Kelli Powers (President of Decatur Morgan Hospital) with the new fiscal year set to begin on April 1. The meeting also honored award recipients including Frances Tate and Jason Palmer.

On March 18-19, Chamber members, community leaders and Excellence in Leadership participants went to Montgomery for the annual Public Policy Trip—they toured the Archives, State Capitol and other key sites, watched the Legislature in session and met with leaders to talk about laws, food safety and the economy. The trip gave them a chance to learn about issues that affect our community.

Representative Alan Baker is pushing for teachers in Alabama classrooms to wear panic buttons that alert authorities in emergencies—an effort aimed at increasing school safety.

The bill passed in the House last week and will now go before a Senate committee, with the measure set to take effect on October 1 and schools expected to install the devices by 2030.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Samantha Fish Live Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Princess Theatre - Center For The Performing Arts — Tickets from $43 — Experience an electrifying night of blues rock with Samantha Fish in Decatur, AL.

Do The '80s Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — The Poppy and Parliament — 25% off with code RAD25 — Dress in your best '80s gear for a night of nostalgia, contests, and socializing.

Brunch & Brushes

2-5 p.m. — Kimmie's Kitchen and Social House — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful brunch while unleashing your creativity through painting.