Decatur
Morning News
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alabama public schools had 729,242 students in 2024-25 and now face the largest drop in 40 years as nearly 5,000 students have left — with 3,000 using CHOOSE Act funds and 2,100 missing from last year. School leaders are urging parents to re-enroll the missing students — a step to help them catch up. Rocket City Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The ABC Board raised the fee for storing alcohol products from 72 cents to one dollar per case, a change set to take effect on January 1 that may raise consumer prices — the funds will pay for a new warehouse and cover other expenses. State leaders gave mixed views on the fee, with a Decatur senator calling for privatization and a Tuscaloosa representative saying the impact on prices would be small. News 19
- ➤ Toney Volunteer Fire & Rescue is holding a live training burn today at 9 a.m. at 217 Matlock Road where certified fire and medical personnel will enforce safety protocols and residents are asked to keep away from the area. News 19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Austin defeated Bob Jones 31—7 on October 10, and the win extended their success as the Black Bears have not lost to the Pats since 2019. WAAY-TV
- ➤ Woodville won a region game against Valley Head 27-21 on October 10th and kept their perfect record with five wins in a row—this win helped the Panthers improve their regional standing. WAAY-TV
- ➤ FOX54 featured the Decatur High School Red Raiders Cheerleaders on First Down Friday Night after their homecoming performance, and noted they practice stunts, tumbling, and support community service with the AIM program (Achieve, Inspire, Motivate). The team now prepares for basketball season under the leadership of senior captains and Coach Kamelia Warren. Rocket City Now
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River Clay Fine Arts Festival
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Decatur City Hall — Admission fees vary — Explore a vibrant artistic marketplace with live music, food trucks, and activities for all ages.
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