Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of July.
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🎓 Education
Matthew Riggle, a math instructor at Calhoun Community College, won on Jeopardy on Thursday, July 23 at 3:30 p.m. His lifelong love of learning — inspired by Ken Jennings — pushed him to succeed and he hopes North Alabama viewers tuned in.
Calhoun Community College hosted the 20th annual SWeETy Camp for 30 high school girls, offering four days of hands-on training in welding, electrical technology plus computer-aided design while connecting them with local trade professionals.
🏛️ Government
Morgan County Communications Department and the local Chamber of Commerce won two national first-place awards for their 'Love Where You Live' brochure and photography project that showcased local quality of life; the awards were given for work completed in 2025 at a national conference in New Orleans.
🎉 Decatur Events
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Twitty & Lynn - A Salute to Conway And Loretta
7 p.m. — Princess Theatre - Decatur — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the legacy of Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn with a night of unforgettable music.
Free West Coast Swing Dancing Class
6:30-10 p.m. — The Electric Belle — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening of West Coast Swing dancing with lessons and open dancing.
Ricky Skaggs Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Princess Theatre - Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket prices ranging from $62 to $92 — Enjoy an evening of bluegrass with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder.
🏠 Decatur Real Estate
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