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Cold temperatures prompts utility safety tips, warming center opens in Decatur
6+ hour, 54+ min ago (348+ words) DECATUR, Ala. " With cold temperatures returning to the Tennessee Valley, Decatur Utilities says it is prepared to help customers in need, while a local organization is opening as a warming center for people seeking relief from the cold." Utility officials…...
Decatur Police warn of scammers claiming to be with 'Shop with a Cop"
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (147+ words) DECATUR, Ala. " The Decatur Police Department is warning the public about a scam involving individuals claiming to be affiliated with 'Shop with a Cop.' DPD says they have been notified by several local business owners that scammers are claiming to…...
Decatur approves budget-focused redesign for Modaus Road Sportsplex; new plan saves $6.1M
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (363+ words) DECATUR, Ala. " The Decatur City Council voted unanimously on Monday, December 15, 2025, to approve "Option B" for the completion of the Modaus Road Sportsplex. The decision marks a significant milestone for the project, allowing the City to move forward with a…...
Historic Florence bridge set for $7.2M upgrade, enhancing safety and traffic flow on SR-20
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (202+ words) FLORENCE, Ala. " The Alabama Department of Transportation opened bids Friday for the replacement of a nearly century-old bridge carrying US-43, US-72, and Mitchell Boulevard over SR-20 in Florence, marking a significant infrastructure upgrade for the Shoals region. Miller & Miller Construction…...
Governor Ivey announces results from new ALEA patrol operations in Montgomery
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (315+ words) Public safety is the number one responsibility for government at all levels " federal, state and local. We will continue doing all we can here in our Capital City and around our state to ensure safe communities," said Governor Ivey. Thank…...
CAPNA expands affordable housing in Decatur with $400K MAC grant boost
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (219+ words) DECATUR, Ala. " The Community Action Partnership of North Alabama is getting a boost to expand affordable housing in the region. CAPNA has been awarded a $400,000 Maximizing Appalachian Capacity (MAC) ... CAPNA expands affordable housing in Decatur with $400K MAC grant boost DECATUR,…...
Decatur Utilities to close part of Beltline Road for water service work
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (140+ words) Decatur Utilities will install new water service at 735 Beltline Road SW on Nov. 18, closing part of the road near Shottenkirk Honda to thru traffic. Decatur Utilities to close part of Beltline Road for water service work DECATUR, Ala. " Decatur Utilities…...
Southbound traffic on Decatur causeway reduced Wednesday morning due to trash
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (120+ words) Southbound traffic into Decatur is down to one lane Wednesday morning due to trash. DECATUR, Ala. " Southbound traffic heading into Decatur is reduced to a single lane on the causeway Wednesday ... Southbound traffic on Decatur causeway reduced Wednesday morning due…...
Decatur to vote on $5M Rock the South investment
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (252+ words) DECATUR, Ala. " The Decatur City Council is set to vote on a $5 million investment for Rock the South at a meeting taking place on Thursday. Earlier this month, organizers shared that Alabama's biggest music festival would be'moving from Cullman to…...
Decatur Police hail 'Beltline Blitz' success with 568 traffic stops
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (246+ words) DECATUR, Ala. " The Decatur Police Department has concluded a three-week traffic enforcement operation on Beltline Road, one of the city's busiest corridors, following an increase in speeding complaints, accidents, and traffic homicide investigations. The initiative, dubbed the "Beltline Blitz," ran…...