Big news from a big company in our area reminds us that Decatur was recently ranked the second-best place to work in manufacturing in the U.S. In fact, Nucor Corp. is expanding in Decatur with plans to build a new state-of-the-art plant. About the Nucor expansion News that Nucor Corp. is expanding in Decatur was Read more about In the News: Nucor Corp. Is Expanding in Decatur[…]

Eat local. Eat fresh. The Morgan County Decatur Farmers Market is getting a new look! Farm fresh and fabulous, this new Decatur Farmers Market hopes to bring more than just delicious homegrown food. Decatur farmers market plans Construction on the new Decatur Farmers Market plans to begin in 2023. City officials have said architects have Read more about In the News: New Decatur Farmers Market[…]

A big part of celebrating a new year includes reflection. So, we’ve decided to take it way back and put the spotlight on a community staple. Old State Bank in Decatur is more than a city landmark, it’s living history. Old State Bank Did you know this July Old State Bank will turn 190? Built Read more about Local Spotlight: Old State Bank in Decatur[…]

The South is known for its old-fashioned beauty and charm—for its original buildings and growing greenery, quaint shopping streets, and community spirit. That being said, it really is no surprise that Decatur’s 2nd Avenue was named the cutest street in Alabama for 2022 by SoulGrown. Downtown Decatur Downtown Decatur is a classic small-town tale. One Read more about In the News: Decatur’s 2nd Avenue Was Named the Cutest Street in Alabama for 2022[…]

Two updates to Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge in Decatur will be completed just in time for prime birdwatching—waterfowl in particular. Thousands of Sandhill Cranes will soon arrive at the refuge for the winter. New features at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge According to reports, a couple of updates to Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge will be open Read more about In the News: Updates to Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge[…]

It’s crunch time! Jump-start your fitness routine at Crunch Fitness in Decatur before the season of holiday feasting begins. Crunch Fitness in Decatur The 27,000-square-foot fitness center officially opened for business on Saturday, Oct. 1st. However, they kicked off the fitness fun with a pre-opening party on Friday, Sept. 30th. Guests were invited to attend Read more about Now Open: Crunch Fitness in Decatur[…]

Happy September! The time to harvest good deals and cool finds at Bank Street Art and Antiques in Decatur is upon us. Bank Street Art and Antiques Stop hunting for lost treasure. It can most likely be found in the 12,000-square-foot Bank Street Art and Antiques in Decatur. With an assortment of goods from local Read more about Local Spotlight: Bank Street Art and Antiques in Decatur[…]

The Letson Foundation is bringing one of the most sought-after bands in the world to you right here in Decatur. Get prepared for a night full of personality and unique jazz music by the Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Princess Theatre on Saturday, September 17th! About The Glenn Miller Orchestra Glenn Miller began recording his Read more about Coming Up: The Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Princess Theatre[…]

Decatur residents were recently able to offer their input and feedback on the proposed Sixth Avenue streetscape project in Decatur. Here’s a quick update! In the news According to reports, what was original expected to cost between $5 million to $6 million is now looking more like a $10 million project. Wondering what’s changed since Read more about In the News: Sixth Avenue Streetscape Project[…]

Let the natural world brighten the season in unexpected ways with tons of summer events at the Cook Museum of Natural Science to choose from each week! Live Animal Enrichment This recurring summer event happens every Sunday throughout June and July from noon to 5 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to observe live animals in Read more about Things to Do: Summer Events at the Cook Museum of Natural Science[…]