Good morning, Decatur.

Decatur’s Civil Air Patrol is recruiting new members as eleventh grader Julie Britt, who joined in April, already took her first flight (demonstrating swift progress).

Decatur students showcased their Future City project models on Thursday at a local exhibit.

Community members viewed creative designs and learned about the students' innovative plans.

Madison Hospital's therapy dog Apple — who has comforted patients for 2.5 years — received a $2,500 donation on Wednesday from North Alabama Veterinary Emergency and Specialty to cover her care, vaccines and food for a year.

Alabama football coach Kalen DeBoer said the switch to an early signing period gives his team a steadier plan than the old February schedule.

The seven-day window — which includes the Iron Bowl and SEC championship game — allows 2026 recruits to sign through today.