Good morning, Decatur.

Community Action Partnership of North Alabama broke ground on a 1,200-square-foot training center designed as a model home for free workshops that will start in February — offering classes on basic repairs and home maintenance — to help families save on costly repairs and achieve stable housing.

The Chamber’s Commodores met at Decatur Fire & Rescue Station 5 on October 17—Interim Fire Chief Nathan Springer explained daily operations and community service during the tour.

Claudia Hodgkins of United Community Bank was named the Greater Morgan County Builders Association Commodore of the Month for October.

AAA reported that as of October 20, Decatur gas prices were $2.58 for regular, $3.03 for mid-grade and $3.35 for premium—prices that are below national averages and slightly lower than those in Huntsville and Florence-Muscle Shoals.

A $400 million multiuse redevelopment on the former Decatur Country Club property called 'South Brook' will generate $1 billion in construction activity over the next 10 to 15 years.

The project is set to boost local economic activity (Decatur).

WAAY 31 will air high school football matchups this week with games on October 23 and October 24—viewers can expect highlights, scores and regional game coverage with kickoff at 10:15 p.m. on Friday and an expanded broadcast at 11 p.m.

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.

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.