Good morning, Decatur.

AAA reported that as of October 13 Decatur drivers paid $2.63 per gallon for regular gas, which is below the national average of $3.08—nearby cities like Huntsville and Florence-Muscle Shoals saw prices between $2.67 and $2.71.

Local prices for mid-grade and premium fuels are also lower, giving motorists a cost advantage.

Morgan County Schools is planning to gradually switch to a new type of AED (automatic external defibrillator) on campuses to help save lives from cardiac arrest and improve emergency response, with the upgrade expected to begin in the coming months.

Local school systems are focusing on bullying prevention as officials report the issue remains a challenge nationwide — new programs and staff training will be introduced this school year.

At the 12th annual Power of Pink Luncheon + Fashion Show in Decatur, over 850 breast cancer survivors and their families gathered to honor their fight while raising $100,000 for Decatur Morgan Hospital's treatment and research.

Breast cancer survivor Lee Lott attended the event with her newly diagnosed daughter Laura and thanked the community for its support.

The Morgan County Health Department released health inspection scores for food and lodging establishments inspected Oct.6-11—showing Decatur businesses scored from 87 to 99 with critical issues like excessive flies, broken wires, and dented cans removed for safety reasons.

The scores reflect compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations in the area.

Big Game Friday Night returns on October 17 on WAAY 31 and will air high school football games from across North Alabama starting at 10:15 p.m. An expanded version airs at 11 p.m. on WAAY 31.6 and WAAY More, featuring local matchups (such as Decatur Heritage).

Cupping with Silicone Cups Workshop

9 AM – 5 PM — Massage Therapy Institute — $200 — Master the art of silicone cupping and enhance your massage practice with new techniques.

Percussive Power: Unlocking the Benefits of Vibrational Therapy

9 AM – 3 PM — Massage Therapy Institute — $150 per person — Enhance your massage practice with masterful percussive therapy techniques.

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.

Feed My Sheep Conference 2025

3:00 – 9:30 PM — 123 Church St NE, Decatur, AL — Lunch provided — Equip and encourage pastors for the challenges of ministry with insights from notable speakers.

Wes Bayliss Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Princess Theatre - Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of live music with Wes Bayliss in Decatur, AL.