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Stepping Back in Time: Your guide to “The Decaturs” historic districts

Scottsboro Boys Civil Rights Museum

Brown Books & More is Positively Building Community

Outdoor Recreation is Positively Everywhere in Decatur


    Q&A With Pamela Bolding, Director of Neighborhood Christian Center

    Learn all about the Neighborhood Christian Center and its mission of compassionate community support!

    Positively Buzzing With Community Spirit, Charm, and Line Dancing: The Soulful Shakers of Turner-Surles

    Music, dancing, laughter, and vibrant energy. No, we’re not at a nightclub, we’re at Turner-Surles Community Resource Center! And these awesome folks? They’re all 55+ and having the time of their lives.

    Old State Bank: Decatur’s Iconic Historic Landmark

    How well do you know Old State Bank? Its iconic silhouette has graced Decatur’s skyline for a hundred and ninety-two years. That is worth repeating…. a hundred and ninety-two years.

    Engage, Excite, Educate: The Story of Cook Museum

    From humble beginnings to iconic destination!

    Decatur’s Festival of the Cranes: A Celebration of Nature and Community

    Each winter, the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge transforms into a sanctuary for thousands of Sandhill Cranes and the rare Whooping Cranes. This celebration of nature and community is more than just a gathering; it’s a story of conservation, history, and connection.

    Q&A With Kimberly Cobb-Ray J.D., United Way of Morgan County President/CEO

    Kimberly Cobb-Ray J.D., United Way of Morgan County President/CEO and one of Decatur’s newest residents, talks first impressions and community highlights!

    Connect, Impact, Grow

    The Young Professionals of Decatur are the voice for the next generation. Through community projects and engagements they foster inclusion and connection for the betterment of the local area.

    Setting the Stage for a Positive Outlet

    Outlet Stage Company, Decatur’s first place for older teen and young adult theatre, sets out to give their voices a stage!

    Dia De Los Muertos

    Thanks to the Downtown Decatur Dia De Los Muertos Committee, the entire community is invited to celebrate the holiday, which is celebrated annually on November 1 or 2.

    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.

    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!