Decatur
Morning News
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Winn-Dixie will close or transfer its Alabama stores as its parent shifts to a Florida-focused rebranding set for early 2026—only a few stores will remain outside Florida and southern Georgia. The move marks a major change after decades as a staple grocery chain in the South. Rocket City Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of artists— including a sculpture artist from Birmingham, a woodworker from Tennessee and a ceramicist from Georgia—will transform Decatur City Hall using wood, clay, glass, metal and oil, and thousands of visitors are expected to see the River Clay event. This installation will add unique art to the city. Decatur Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Decatur Elementary School is closed today — Decatur City Schools are working to clear heavy smoke and repair the HVAC system after a fire broke out yesterday afternoon around 5 p.m. News 19
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A spokesperson from the Alabama Department of Mental Health confirmed Wednesday that several group homes in Decatur are being decertified. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Alabama health officials reported 449 infant deaths last year and launched the #SafeSleepAL challenge during SIDS Awareness Month to teach safe crib practices. The campaign advises that removing blankets, pillows, and stuffed animals from cribs can lower the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths—steps aimed at keeping babies safe. Rocket City Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Tennessee Valley high school football season kicks off with the FDFN game of the Week as Hartselle faces Muscle Shoals; FOX54 will air highlights and college football previews. The schedule for tomorrow includes many additional matchups for local teams. Rocket City Now
- ➤ Muscle Shoals and Hartselle meet Friday in a game that may decide the region—winners in past seasons have claimed the title. Muscle Shoals has dominated all season while Hartselle has won by large margins and both teams look to keep their unbeaten records. WAAY-TV
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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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