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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An overturned 18-wheeler blocked both eastbound lanes of I-565 on May 1—Decatur Police said the driver suffered minor injuries and emergency responders arrived—causing delays for drivers. News 19
- ➤ Decatur police reported that a flipped 18-wheeler blocked both eastbound lanes at Alabama 20 and I-565 at 12:15 p.m. Thursday—agencies responded to the accident. Decatur Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Six people faced charges after a heated Decatur City Council meeting on Monday when disturbances erupted as several individuals returned after being told to leave—police reported that all suspects turned themselves in at Morgan County Jail on Thursday. WAAY-TV
- ➤ Morgan County authorities arrested Hope Marie Robbins, 54, from Lacey's Spring on April 29 for forgery after she allegedly took checks and bank cards while cleaning a home—she now faces charges from a grand jury warrant. News 19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today the Princess Theatre is showing the play To Kill a Mockingbird, a classic story with lessons for all ages that will play today at 7 p.m., Saturday at 7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m.—the show features local educator Jonathan Schuster as Atticus Finch and includes a unique student performance to bring the story to life. The production, in the works for over a year, aims to remind the audience of its timeless message with real local talent. News 19
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Retired Morgan County District Judge David Breland passed away on April 30 after serving the community for 25 years. Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, May 3—at First Baptist Church of Decatur Sanctuary from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a funeral service to follow. News 19
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