Good morning, Decatur.

Decatur Youth Services will hold its 2026 Impact Day (5 to 7 p.m.) on Thursday at Delano Park.

Dec Days Festival debuts in Decatur, running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on First Avenue with a rooftop party from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., offering food, live music and a kid zone while benefiting local charities (Community Free Clinic, Meals on Wheels and Brothers for Life).

GE Appliances announced a $28 million investment to upgrade its Decatur facility at 2328 Point Mallard Drive SE with new manufacturing technology and a primary care clinic for employees (serving ages 2 and up).

The upgrades are set to expand production capacity and improve the work environment.

The Cook Museum of Natural Science will receive an extra $4 million from the state to expand its space and double its classroom area.

The project is set to create more exhibits and learning opportunities for local visitors.

Gov. Ivey signed a bill on Thursday that gives workers a $1,000 overtime wage tax deduction for tax years 2026 through 2028 + suspends the state's 2% grocery tax from May 1 to June 30 to ease financial pressure on working families.

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.

Alabama Society of Medical Assistants Conference 2026

7 PM – 7 PM — Decatur Morgan Hospital — Check official website for registration details and program info.

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.

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.