Decatur
Morning News
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Decatur City Council approved a temporary cellular facility for AT&T and a retail liquor license for Rock the South festival scheduled in June (which will feature stars like Jason Aldean, Riley Green, and Zach Top) to draw large crowds to the River City. Rocket City Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Emily Hadden of Union Hill School was named the Chamber’s SuperStar Teacher for May with support from Hubbard & Drake General-Mechanical Contractors, as she received a $150 classroom gift card, a $50 personal card, and a $1,000 grant for the school. Decatur Chamber of Commerce
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ALDOT will suspend temporary lane closures (Friday at noon through Monday at 11:59 p.m.) on interstates for Memorial Day travel to ease congestion (aiming to keep journeys safer). Rocket City Now
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2026 Rock the South Festival
12:00 a.m. — The Fields at Decatur — Ticket prices vary — Experience the biggest party in the South over three exciting days of music and festivities.
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Mobile Food Pantry Distribution
7:30-10 a.m. — Austin Junior High School — Free entry — Offering fresh produce and dry goods to anyone in need, no questions asked.
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