Decatur
Morning News
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Youth Services will hold its 2026 Impact Day (5 to 7 p.m.) on Thursday at Delano Park. Decatur Daily
- ➤ 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). WAAY-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Decatur Chamber of Commerce
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Decatur Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Rocket City Now
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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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