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Morning News
Saturday, December 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Human resources professional Mary Ila Ward earned the Athena Leadership Award for her exemplary leadership and community engagement. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Decatur Utilities is hosting a free photo event with Santa Claus and Elfie on Tuesday in the DU Main Lobby. Decatur Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur City Council plans to regulate single-family homes intended for rent by developers. Decatur Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ LifeSouth hosts its annual Joy of Giving Blood Drive to address the holiday season's increased hospital demand and dwindling donor numbers in North Alabama. News 19
- ➤ Federal and Alabama state officials are enhancing monitoring and introducing a new milk testing strategy due to a strain of avian flu affecting cattle and some humans, aiming to ensure the safety of the milk supply. News 19
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Decatur's 40th annual Polar Bear Plunge is scheduled for January 1, 2025, at Ingalls Harbor, continuing a New Year's Day tradition. Decatur Daily
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bryant Sparkman, Paxton Tarver, Olsen Howard, and Brady Wilson, all seniors at Decatur Heritage, signed their national letters of intent to progress in their athletic careers. Rocket City Now
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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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Festival of the Cranes at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
The festival features Sandhill and Whooping Cranes with special speakers, art displays, and children's activities at various locations in Decatur.
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Kids Bird Walk at Delano Park
Ava Lyerly, president of the North Alabama Young Birders Club, will lead a bird-watching event for youth ages 5-18 at Delano Park.
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