Decatur
Morning News
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur Daybreak Rotary Club announced it plans to meet a growing caseload at the Committee on Church Cooperation, which has more than doubled in the last five years, by launching its Driven project. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Austin High School held its homecoming parade Thursday night in downtown Decatur with 16-year-old Alice Haughaboo serving as Grand Marshal—she has battled stage 4 melanoma for four years and always dreamed of leading a parade. Her family said the event showed strong community support as locals rallied around her fight. Rocket City Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Decatur residents Walt and Janelle Jaeger have launched a new 3D printing business that draws on 16 years of industry experience—serving local firms with custom solutions. Decatur Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A FOX54 report checks if North Alabama is in a drought as experts review rainfall data and weather trends—residents are advised to stay informed about changes. Officials will update the community if water conditions worsen or improve. Rocket City Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Huntsville Havoc re-signed forward Cole Reginato for the 2025-26 season, marking his sixth year with the team. He scored 52 points in 143 games last season and had 118 penalty minutes—his tough play is expected to boost the team next season. Rocket City Now
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Summer Breeze Celebration
6-10 p.m. — Cook Museum of Natural Science — Gather and celebrate the end of summer at this transformative night out.
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