Good morning, Decatur.

A crash involving one vehicle occurred at 8:27 a.m. Tuesday on northbound U.S. 31 near I-65 in Morgan County and closed the roadway for an unknown time—troopers are investigating and urging drivers to take alternate routes.

Attorneys for former Decatur Police Officer Mac Marquette filed a 43-page reply on July 22 to counter the Alabama Attorney General’s claim that he should not be granted immunity for his Sept.

29 shooting of Stephen Perkins—arguing that he acted in self-defense and that the state failed to disprove his stand-your-ground and common law defenses while his murder trial remains set for September.

The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce hosted a welcome breakfast on July 29 at the Cook Museum of Natural Science for 125 new teachers joining the Decatur City School System.

Superintendent Dr. Michael Douglas and district principals introduced the educators, who will start classes on August 7.

Students in the Tennessee Valley are preparing for the new school year as districts start classes between July 31 and August 12 + Decatur City Schools will open on August 7.

Decatur Utilities is advising residents to beat the heat and lower energy bills by setting air conditioners between 75 and 78 degrees and waiting until after 8 p.m. to run heat-producing appliances, as heat indexes will reach 100 to 110 degrees in parts of the area — they also recommend closing blinds and switching to LED bulbs to reduce indoor heat.

Morgan County Health Department released inspection scores for local food and lodging establishments inspected July 21-26, with scores based on a 100-point scale and one restaurant earning a perfect score.

Several Decatur-area businesses reported critical violations such as rodent droppings and mold — issues the report says need prompt attention to protect public health.

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.

Brothers for Life 5k

8-10 a.m. — Jack Allen Soccer Complex — Registration fee applies — Support local heroes in this exciting community run.