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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Point Mallard Park is facing a major internet outage caused by a cut fiber line that has delayed its waterpark opening at 10 a.m. today for guest safety. The park's campground and golf course remain open but are operating on a cash-only basis due to the lack of phone and computer services. Rocket City Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early on Friday at 2:45 a.m., Priceville police pulled over Michael Andrew Phillips (33) of Huntsville along I-65 near the 333-mile marker and, after finding fentanyl, methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia, arrested him on drug charges; a Morgan County judge later set his bond at $22,000. News 19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Morgan County Schools had a record year on AP exams as students scored higher than ever before—showing clear improvement in their academics. Decatur Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Point Mallard and Decatur Parks & Recreation experienced service outages on July 18th when a cut fiber disrupted internet, phone lines, and computer access. The waterpark did not open at 10 a.m. while the campground and golf course operated as cash-only with no phone service. News 19
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Starting pitcher George Klassen pitched 5.2 scoreless innings with one hit as Rocket City Trash Pandas beat Columbus Clingstones 4-1 Friday night. Rightfielder Travis Blankenhorn hit a solo home run to set an early lead—The Trash Pandas will face the Clingstones again today at 6:35 p.m. WAAY-TV
- ➤ The Rocket City Trash Pandas are hosting a fun-filled weekend at Toyota Field from July 18 to July 20 — Friday featured a Tennessee Titans Night, while today offers fireworks and Margaritaville Night with a live jersey auction. Sunday will bring Lunáticos de Rocket City Day with live music and food vendors to complete the busy schedule. Rocket City Now
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Volleyball Little Hawks Camp
2-4:30 p.m. — Kelley Gymnasium — Registration required — Attend an engaging volleyball camp for students in grades 3-8 focusing on skills, sportsmanship, and fun.
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Peter Pan
7-8:30 p.m. — The Princess Theatre - Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Peter Pan live on stage.
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The Alabama Troubadours Live
7-11 p.m. — The Princess Theatre - Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket info available — Experience an evening of soulful music with The Alabama Troubadours.
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Brothers for Life 5k
8-10 a.m. — Jack Allen Soccer Complex — Registration fee applies — Support local heroes in this exciting community run.
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