Decatur
Morning News
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Decatur High School students in the crochet club hand-stitched 159 daisies that symbolize prayer and support, which they are donating to Decatur Morgan Hospital to comfort patients and families. WAAY-TV
- ➤ Decatur will host a community cleanup event at Wilson Morgan Park this Saturday—residents are invited to join in to help improve the park. Decatur Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, GE Appliances — a Haier company — invested $28 million in Decatur for a new on-site primary care clinic and updated manufacturing equipment. The move is expected to boost local services and operational efficiency. Decatur Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Police Department is accepting applications for its 2026 Summer Explorer Program — a two-week initiative from July 6-17 that introduces local teens to law enforcement careers. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Band director Carlton Wright of Alabama A&M, known for leading the Marching Maroon and White Band to historic success — including guiding the band at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2023 — will step down this June and plans to spend more time with family. WAAY-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur Recycling Center will resume curbside recycling service for residents on Tuesday, Apr. 22 in Decatur + city officials announced the service’s return as part of a renewed effort to boost local recycling options. Decatur Daily
- ➤ North Alabama faces level three drought that has sparked more brush and grass fires, and Florence Fire and Rescue crews urge residents to avoid outdoor burning until rain comes. They warn that even small fires can spread quickly in the current dry conditions. WAAY-TV
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Taj Mahal Concert
7-9 p.m. — Princess Theatre — Tickets from $103 — Catch the legendary Taj Mahal live in concert for an unforgettable evening of music.
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Alabama Society of Medical Assistants Conference 2026
7 PM – 7 PM — Decatur Morgan Hospital — Check official website for registration details and program info.
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Decatur Pop Tab Party
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — McDonald's — Donations welcome — Gather your collected pop tabs and enjoy giveaways while supporting a great cause.
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Brandy Clark Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Princess Theatre — Tickets from $73 — Enjoy an intimate evening of music with Brandy Clark in Decatur.
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