Author: Positively Decatur

Positively Pedaling: Exploring Decatur’s Bike Trails

Decatur, Alabama, is home to some seriously cool outdoor adventures. As the weather begins to cool off and the colors of fall start to paint the city, there’s no better time to saddle up and explore some of Decatur’s most popular outdoor amenities: the bike trails. So grab your bike, and let’s embark on a fall biking adventure in Decatur!

Behind the Scenes at the Princess Theatre

You may be familiar with the image of the Princess Theatre’s marquee, its brightly colored lighted letters serving as an iconic visual landmark in downtown Decatur. But have you ever wondered what lies behind that main entrance?

Discover Decatur’s Positively Creative Side on the MoCo Art Trail!

Are you ready to experience the wonders of art right in your own backyard? Decatur is the proud home of the MoCo Art Trail, a journey featuring 10 incredible locations that showcase the extraordinary works of talented local artists.

Ingalls Harbor is Positively Expanding with a New Development Coming Soon

Coming soon to Ingalls Harbor: A new waterfront scene for Decatur residents and visitors to live, work, and play!

Our Forever Home: The Hallmarks Have a Positively Full Life in Decatur

In 1991, Realtor Kim Hallmark and her husband, Jeff made the life-changing decision to start a new chapter in Decatur. It was a leap of faith, but little did they know the incredible journey that awaited them in this charming city.

Positively Celebrating 190 Years: Old State Bank’s Birthday Bash

This month, Decatur’s iconic Old State Bank celebrates its 190th birthday, and the city is throwing a party to mark the occasion.

The Future of Downtown Decatur

Over the past several years, the city’s downtown has been transformed into the vibrant destination we know today. Thanks to beautification projects, business recruitment, and new developments, Downtown Decatur has seen booming growth.

Decatur is Positively Home For New Residents!

Have you heard the news? According to AL.com, Decatur is the top location where current residents of Huntsville are looking to buy their next house.

Community Spirit is Positively Vibrant at Third Fridays in Downtown Decatur

Welcome to Downtown Decatur, Alabama, where the vibrant spirit of community comes alive at Third Fridays. If you're looking for an exciting experience that showcases the local way, you're in for a treat.

Outdoor Recreation is Positively Everywhere in Decatur

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Decatur is a powerhouse in outdoor recreation.

Danielle Gibson, President/CEO of Decatur Morgan County Tourism

Over 50 years ago, the Mayor of Decatur went to Germany to learn how to build the nation’s first wave pool. In 1970, this historic wave pool opened at Point Mallard Park, and Decatur claimed its place as a city dedicated to recreation.

Now, outdoor recreation is everywhere in Decatur.

Thanks to the area’s natural resources, the surrounding landscape and scenery offer prime locations for hiking, hunting, camping, nature photography, and more. The Tennessee River flows through the city, making water sports such as fishing, boating, and kayaking incredibly popular options.

Among the most popular attractions in Decatur are Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge and Point Mallard Park. Wheeler Wildlife Refuge welcomes 600,000 visitors annually to explore the trails, spend time on the water, and witness the tens of thousands of sandhill cranes that gather there each winter.

Meanwhile, in the summer, Point Mallard’s water park opens to the delight of children and adults alike.

For organized sports, Decatur boasts venues for soccer, baseball, golf, disc golf, and more. In fact, the Jack Allen Recreation Complex is recognized as one of the most trailblazing sporting complexes in the Southeast.

But Decatur isn’t stopping there. Recreation is a priority for the city, with plans underway for even more outdoor experiences in the future.

From improvements to Point Mallard to a brand new recreation center at Wilson Morgan Park, from softball fields to pickleball courts, residents and visitors will soon enjoy an even wider range of activities in Decatur.

“We may have someone that just comes to visit, but they might think… ‘The city of Decatur might be the place for me to live, work, and play,’” said Danielle Gibson, President/CEO of Decatur Morgan County Tourism.