Good morning, Decatur.

Veterans and active-duty service members received free or discounted meals from local restaurants on Veterans Day, November 11, with offers at chains like Applebee’s, Texas Roadhouse, and Olive Garden requiring a valid military ID — the deals provided free entrées and special vouchers throughout the Tennessee Valley.

Families in North Alabama will attend Breakfast with Santa hosted by Rocket City Trash Pandas on December 13 at 9:30 a.m. at Toyota Field, where a full breakfast buffet, crafts, photos with Santa and mascot Sprocket, and a hot cocoa station (tickets cost $20 for adults and $12 for children) are offered to benefit the Rocket City Trash Pandas Foundation.

Decatur held a heartfelt Veterans Day ceremony at American Legion Post 15 where community members, local leaders and veterans honored military service with guest speeches, a Priceville High School Marching Band performance and a tribute of 200 American flags—each flag representing a veteran's sacrifice. The event underscored the enduring importance of remembering those who served and their commitment to freedom.

Strong solar activity on Tuesday produced Northern Lights that lit up the Tennessee Valley—NOAA warned that solar flares may affect communications.

Local viewers sent photos showing the display reaching North Alabama and southern Middle Tennessee.

The Morgan County Health Department released inspection scores for food and lodging establishments inspected Nov.

3–8; scores ranged from 85 to 100 with Christine's German Bake Shop earning a perfect score. Inspectors found issues such as pink mold and missing supplies that were addressed during the inspections.

WAAY 31 will broadcast Big Game Friday Night on November 14, starting at 10:15 p.m., to show North Alabama high school football playoff games.

An expanded version airs at 11 p.m.—offering highlights, scores, and details on the regional matchups.

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.