Decatur
Morning News
Friday, December 6th, 2024
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur community and fire-rescue colleagues commemorated Chief Dusty Ladd Cheatham, recognizing his 31 years of dedicated service, following his passing in late November. Rocket City Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Hartselle woman was arrested on charges of chemical endangerment after her children were found to have been exposed to methamphetamine. Rocket City Now
- ➤ Attorneys for a Decatur capital murder defendant plan to challenge the state doctor's finding of the defendant's competency to stand trial. Decatur Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The December 4 Hiring Event at the Fort Decatur Recreation Center, hosted by the Chamber and partners, linked about 200 job seekers with 19 local employers, facilitating job opportunities and interviews. Decatur Chamber of Commerce
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city acquired the necessary property to realign a hazardous intersection at Alabama 67 and Upper River Road. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Mayor Tab Bowling proposes to reinstate the city's full-time communications role with an increased pay grade. Decatur Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Morgan County Health Department published health inspection scores for food and lodging establishments, with one restaurant achieving a perfect score. WAAY-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rocket City Trash Pandas will wear vintage pinstripe uniforms at Sunday home games during the 2025 season, embracing a nostalgic baseball era. Rocket City Now
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Explore the Downtown Turtle Trail
Discover the historic Downtown Turtle Trail by locating 10 bronze turtles while learning about significant local events and places.
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20th Annual Women in Business Celebration
The Chamber hosts a luncheon featuring the prestigious 2024 ATHENA Leadership Award at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Decatur.
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Explore Decatur's Downtown Turtle Trail
Discover 10 bronze turtles along Decatur's historic 2nd Avenue while learning about significant local history.
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Frosty Freeze 5k and Jingle Bell Mile
The Frosty Freeze 5k and Jingle Bell Mile features a 5K run and a mile event, encouraging participation from the local community.
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The Nutcracker by Adonai School of Ballet
Adonai School of Ballet presents a unique rendition of the classic Christmas story, The Nutcracker, with thematic elements that highlight faith.
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Explore the Downtown Turtle Trail in Decatur
Discover the 10 bronze turtles along Decatur's historic 2nd Avenue while learning about significant local history and events.
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