Decatur
Morning News
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Followers Feeding Families, a Decatur nonprofit founded by Patricia Helton, will host a giveaway event at True Faith Ministries on Beltline Road on Aug. 2 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.—the event will offer school supplies and other necessities to hundreds of families, and volunteers are needed on Aug. 1 to help set up. News 19
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Police Department warns residents about card skimmers that criminals install at gas pumps and ATMs to steal card data, urging anyone who sees a loose device to shake it+and report the incident to law enforcement+and the business. WAAY-TV
- ➤ Cesar Gonzales, 47, was arrested by the Limestone County Sheriff's Office on charges of rape and sexual abuse of a 14-year-old after investigators began a case on June 27 — a hearing under Aniah’s Law kept him in custody without bond as ICE placed a detainer on him due to his citizenship status. WAAY-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Decatur students ages 5 to 18 can get a free haircut and shampoo at the Back-to-School Barbering Event on Tuesday, August 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — appointments are required, so parents must email the student’s name and preferred time. Rocket City Now
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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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