The Best and Brightest Initiative: Why I Believe in Decatur’s Future
One of the things I’m most proud of with this initiative is how it’s helping us bring skilled workers to Decatur.
Author: Positively Decatur
Realizing Dreams in Decatur
How Michael Smitherman Brought his Restauranteur Dreams Back Home
Positively Inclusive – The Milk Bar Offers Support to Both Breast and Bottle Feeding Mothers
Let us introduce you to The Milk Bar– Alabama's first and only postpartum support group for mothers who are breastfeeding, formula feeding, or combination feeding!
From Soviet Estonia to Decatur, Alabama
Read all about the Journey of Viljar Weimann, Decatur Orchestra Sul Ponticello founder and conductor!
Positively Perfect Weekend Adventures in Decatur
As school bells ring and students fill classrooms once again, here’s a guide to some exciting local spots perfect for weekend outings!
Fostering Love and Building Community: The Story of a Decatur Family
You think you know yourself and your spouse, but when you bring children into your life who have faced unimaginable challenges, you discover new depths of patience and compassion. It’s not always easy, but it’s always rewarding.
We Are Positively Decatur!
Positively Decatur exists to celebrate and share uplifting stories from the Decatur community. Check out some of our favorite clips from the past few years!
Stepping Back in Time: Your guide to “The Decaturs” historic districts
Did you know that Decatur was created from two different cities? Learn all about it from Caroline T. Swope, the historic preservation specialist for the City of Decatur!
Positively Inclusive: The Story of Everyday Sunshine
Everyday Sunshine is a Decatur-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to make the world a little more inclusive to those with physical, intellectual, and sensory disabilities.
Have You Heard?
It’s no wonder that Decatur was recently named the #1 barbecue city in Alabama with local legends like Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q at the table. Widely recognized for its smoked meats and famous white sauce, Big Bob’s has been a local staple for nearly 100 years.
Scottsboro Boys Civil Rights Museum
Decatur is soon to be home to a multi-million-dollar civil rights museum, thanks to Celebrating Early Old Town with Art (CEOTA), a nonprofit organization established to illuminate the heritage of the early Old Town neighborhood of Decatur.
Experience Culture and Community at the Daikin Festival
Step into a world of tradition, excitement, and culinary delights as you experience the magic of Japanese culture at the Daikin Festival. For 30 years, this beloved event has been a staple in the Decatur community, offering a night of appreciation for Japanese traditions and customs.