Decatur
Morning News
Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The left turn lanes on North Memorial Parkway at Mastin Lake Road will be closed for several months. Rocket City Now
- ➤ A Limestone County PhD student, Michael Haney, is recovering from severe injuries after being attacked by dogs during a jog, with his brother starting a GoFundMe to support medical expenses. WAAY-TV
- ➤ A problematic pothole on I-565 near Huntsville International Airport, which damaged at least 15 vehicles, has been repaired by ALDOT. Rocket City Now
- ➤ Longtime teacher and community activist Etta B. Freeman is honored for her impactful work in Decatur. Decatur Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A judge in Morgan County ruled against granting a Decatur murder defendant pretrial immunity under 'Stand Your Ground' laws, following self-defense claims. Decatur Daily
- ➤ Nearly 27 years after the murder of Jose Salinas Gomez in Athens, Bernabe Roman was arrested by Athens police in connection with the case. News 19
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in North Alabama, including Huntsville, are below the national average, with regular gas at $2.72 in Huntsville as of December 16, 2024. Rocket City Now
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mars Hill Bible School celebrates its third state championship since 2018 and makes history with two football players, Tanner Caudle and Cannon Pigg, signing with Division I programs. WAAY-TV
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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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Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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