Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
Good morning, Decatur.
Decatur police said one person was injured in a shooting on the 700 block of Church Street — one person was detained — and officials advise people to avoid the area as the investigation continues.
Decatur will install LED lights on the Steamboat Bill Memorial Bridge and U.S. 31 Causeway to improve safety after years of dark travel caused by rodent damage.
Shoals Electric will manage work that begins Monday with the outside northbound lane closed from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.—expect delays during the project.
Decatur city council will interview two candidates for police chief next week at a 1 p.m. Wednesday session on the seventh floor of City Hall at 402 Lee St — only council members may speak.
Tory Mack from Birmingham Police and Theo Smith from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office are set to appear for public viewing — ensuring the process remains orderly.
The latest ASWA high school baseball poll shows two new No. 1 teams—Vincent in Class 2A replaced Ariton and Appalachian in Class 1A replaced Leroy—and playoffs for Classes 1A–6A will begin April 18.
The Havoc won game 1 of the SPHL playoffs in overtime — boosting their bid for a sixth-straight semifinal spot.
They will travel to play the Evansville Thunderbolts in game 2 of the best-of-3 series.
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.
Decatur Pop Tab Party
11 AM – 3 PM — McDonald's — Donation welcomed — Gather your pop tabs, enjoy lunch, and win giveaways at this community recycling event.
Rotary Rowers Dragon Boat Races
8 AM – 4 PM — Point Mallard Park — Cost info not provided — Experience the thrill of dynamic dragon boat racing in Decatur's scenic park.
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