Good morning, Decatur.

Human resources professional Mary Ila Ward earned the Athena Leadership Award for her exemplary leadership and community engagement.

Decatur Utilities is hosting a free photo event with Santa Claus and Elfie on Tuesday in the DU Main Lobby.

The Decatur City Council plans to regulate single-family homes intended for rent by developers.

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.

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.

Decatur's 40th annual Polar Bear Plunge is scheduled for January 1, 2025, at Ingalls Harbor, continuing a New Year's Day tradition.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.