The City of Decatur, Alabama is a positively awesome place. It is chock full of history, art, beautiful outdoor places, fun things to do, and great people to meet. The whole point of this website is to share stories about positive things going on in Decatur. Maybe you’ll be inspired to come visit – or move here and call it home!

Anglers are Reeling in More Than Bass at Ingalls Harbor

Fun, Good Living, Outdoors, Stories

Learn why Decatur’s own Ingalls Harbor is the place to be for fishers everywhere!

Positively Classical: How Joseph Fleetwood Found a Stage and a Home in Decatur

Cool People, Creative, Diverse, Good Living, Stories

Learn how Joseph Fleetwood, a concert pianist from Dundee, Scotland, found community through Decatur’s Orchestra Sul Ponticello.

Positively Inspiring Decatur’s Youth: The Launch Internship Program

Cool People, Entrepreneurial, Featured Stories, Stories, Trail Blazing

On July 25, 2025, the Cook Museum of Natural Science was filled with excitement, inspiration, and pride as the Launch 2025 Internship Program celebrated its closing ceremony.

North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games Rehomes to Decatur

Diverse, Featured Stories, Fun, Historic, Stories

North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games Rehomes to Decatur By: Emma Martin, Decatur Morgan County Tourism Share this story social social Email To Get ready for kilts, bagpipes, and a brand-new tradition in Decatur. On March 14-15, 2026, the North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games will officially rehome to Point Mallard Park, bringing […]

Positively Trailblazing: Decatur Native Works Super Bowl LX

Cool People, Stories, Trail Blazing

Positively Trailblazing: Decatur Native Works Super Bowl LX By: Emma Martin, Decatur Morgan County Tourism Share this story social social Email To Working Super Bowl LX was an unforgettable experience — not just because it’s one of the biggest sporting events in the world, but because it represents everything I love about the sports and […]

Positively Delicious: How History, Locally Sourced Ingredients, and Community Shaped 609 Social

Cool People, Fun, Good Living, Historic, Stories

Ask any young professional in Decatur where their favorite hangout or place to eat is, and undoubtedly, 609 Social would be at the top of the list.

IT IS A PEOPLE

FRANCES TATE

Frances founded Celebrating Early Old Town with Art, or CEOTA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the stories and structures of early Old Town Decatur. The organization seeks to educate, inform, promote, and share the rich history of the Old Town community.

JEFF SHARP

Jeff Sharp founded Everyday Sunshine, a thrift store employing people with intellectual disabilities, as a way to advocate for his daughter, Amelie. The store also has a program for students with disabilities at Decatur and Austin High Schools to teach job skills, social skills, and gain confidence in their abilities.

JANELLE BROWN

Inspired by the need to increase literacy and reading levels among Black and brown students, Janelle left her career in the banking industry to found Brown Books & More. More than just a store, Brown Books & More is a community gathering place.

VILJAR WEIMANN

Viljar tragically passed away at the age of 63 in September of 2024. He traveled the world as a student, violinist, professor, and conductor before calling Decatur home and founding Orchestra Sul Ponticello. Read about his extraordinary life and impact on the Decatur community.

Making Headlines

Annual Dragon Boat Festival raises thousands for medical equipment for Decatur Morgan Hospital

May 9, 2026

‘Marine 1’ set to hit the water, expanding Decatur’s emergency response

April 23, 2026

State of the City: Decatur touts growth, long-term planning and partnerships

April 17, 2026

Discover historic Decatur + what’s brand new in the River City on 4 free tours

April 8, 2026

Alabama is home to the world’s largest rocket plant: It was key in sending Artemis to the moon

April 2, 2026

New event center, rec center and golf course upgrades coming to Decatur

March 30, 2026

Decatur firefighters give 5-year-old with rare heart condition ‘VIP Day’

March 30, 2026

Decatur City Schools honors cafeteria manager for going the extra mile

March 25, 2026

Decatur considers new collegiate sports complex with Calhoun Community College

March 20, 2026

Harvard students spend Spring Break in Decatur volunteering with Habitat for Humanity

March 19, 2026

Decatur launches first Spring Activity Guide for 2026 with events for all ages

February 10, 2026

Love in Action: Decatur community organizes blood drive to support firefighter’s daughter

February 6, 2026

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