Overshadowed no more, Decatur’s mayor sets 75,000 population goal: ‘We’re taking off now’

Decatur has not seen the large population growth that close neighbors Huntsville, Athens and Madison have seen over the past ...

Is Rock the South still coming to Decatur? City’s mayor answers the question

The postponement of Rock the South – set to start Thursday in Decatur – has angered music fans who were set to attend the event in its new home. But Decatur Mayor Kent Lawrence said he felt ...
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Decatur officials celebrate breaking ground on Rock the South’s new home

DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) – The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the groundbreaking for the new home of Rock the South on Thursday. The site for the “Biggest Party in the South,” The ...

Rock the South: From traffic and security to alcohol and hotels, here’s how Decatur is getting ready

“I would say we’re ready.” That is how Decatur Mayor Kent Lawrence feels about his city’s preparation for next week’s Rock ...
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Man accused of driving Jeep into Decatur officer set for jury trial on Monday

The jury trial for a man accused of intentionally running over an off-duty Decatur police officer with a Jeep in the ...
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GE Appliances investing $28 million in Decatur facility upgrades, primary care clinic

DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) — GE Appliances announced a $28 million investment in its Decatur facility, bringing upgrades to manufacturing operations and a new on-site primary care clinic for employees and ...