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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The North Alabama Veterans and Fraternal Organizations Coalition (NAVFOC) elected its 2025 Board Members and distributed funds to veteran support groups at their annual holiday dinner.  WAAY-TV
  • Big Spring Park was transformed into a winter-themed venue with special sensory-friendly hours on Friday.  Rocket City Now
  • A Limestone County Circuit Court judge denied a temporary restraining order against the Belle Mina rock quarry construction, allowing the project to proceed amid community concerns.  News 19
  • More than 50 bicycles have been donated by Burningtree Country Club members to underprivileged children in Morgan County through the Toys for Tots campaign, setting a new record for the initiative.  Decatur Daily

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Northbound Interstate 65 in Morgan County is now open after a multivehicle accident involving an 18-wheeler led to serious injuries and traffic delays.  News 19

CRIME NEWS

  • A Limestone County deputy fatally shot a dog named Kilo while attempting to serve a warrant after being attacked by three dogs.  News 19
  • In Lacey's Spring, Alabama, one man was detained by citizens and another fled following vehicle-related incidents, prompting a search involving K-9 units.  News 19

CULTURE NEWS

  • The FOX54 Week in Review highlights a unique railroad experience alongside news of Decatur crime report delays and bird flu cases in Alabama.  Rocket City Now

EDUCATION NEWS

  • All three school districts in Morgan County scored at or above the state average in the latest state report card grades.  Decatur Daily

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 12/26/24

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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.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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