Decatur
Morning News
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ TARCOG is running its Winter Wishes campaign this holiday season to help older adults, people with disabilities and families by matching sponsors with those who need basics like food and cleaning supplies—250 people have been matched so far and 250 more are needed. WAAY-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A plane crashed in Montana on Friday and killed a Huntsville father with his two young daughters when rescuers located the wreckage in rugged terrain, and a prayer vigil to honor the Anderson family will be held Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Milton Frank Stadium — community members mourn the loss. WAAY-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Multiple businesses in Decatur have opened new spots and expanded into areas like real estate, entertainment, food, and health care—moves that aim to serve local residents better. Decatur Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Public Health warned that if the government shutdown continues, the funding for the WIC program—supporting nearly 112,000 women and children—may run short after October, putting vulnerable families and local grocers at risk. The agency is monitoring state funding options to help secure continued nutrition assistance. News 19
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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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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.
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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.
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Teaching Myths Workshop
1-2 p.m. — Calhoun Community College — Free entry — Discover the truth about teaching myths and facts on life satisfaction, salaries, and education paths.
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