Decatur
Morning News
Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Since January, the Chamber’s leadership programs held sessions that began with a GE Appliances tour and a visit to the Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center to explain local economic development. In February and March, student groups toured sites including United Launch Alliance, downtown Decatur and the Alabama State Capitol—joining talks with local leaders and completing an overnight trip to Montgomery. Decatur Chamber of Commerce
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Samuel Blake English IV, a 25-year-old man already in jail for a SORNA violation, was charged with a first-degree terrorist threat for allegedly threatening a Morgan County Judge+ his bond is set at $600,000. News 19
- ➤ Decatur police arrested Kenneth Davis, the suspect wanted for a January burglary at a business on the 2700 block of Springe Ave SW, during a traffic stop Friday—he is held on a $2,500 bond at Morgan County Jail while police continue their investigation. WAAY-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today a North Alabama woman named Megan Kuske celebrates one year sober after a long fight with addiction that began in her teens—she lost nearly everything before finding hope at Prodigal Home in October 2024. She now works hard to stay clean and helps others overcome addiction. News 19
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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.
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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.
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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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