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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Parks and Recreation officials chose the field next to Wolverine Park for a new dog park — the decision came after a citywide search.  Decatur Daily

CULTURE NEWS

  • Lee Henry, a North Alabama 'Jeopardy!' contestant, will talk to WAAY 31 today at 3:30 p.m.—he will share details about his upcoming quiz show appearance.  WAAY-TV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Joni Sue Bair has taught English at Excel Center in Decatur for 9 years and works with students in grades 6 to 12 from many cultures, with most speaking Spanish. She has nearly 20 years of teaching experience and is honored as FOX54 Top Teacher — her work helps students grow in school and beyond.  Rocket City Now

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Trash Pandas announced their 2025 roster of 28 players featuring 22 returning players and 11 top prospects such as Christian Moore (the Angels' first-round pick) as they prepare for the season. Manager Andy Schatzley will lead the team as they open at Toyota Field on Friday (with single-game tickets starting at $8) against the Chattanooga Lookouts.  WAAY-TV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 4/4/25

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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.

    Sun, 4/6/25

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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.

    Wed, 4/9/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 4/23/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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  • Brunch & Brushes

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

    Sun, 4/27/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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