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Decatur, Alabama: A Premier Destination for Sports Tourism

Read all about how Decatur, Alabama, is rapidly cementing its reputation as a premier sports destination!

Finding Balance: A Doctor’s Journey to Decatur

Learn how father and surgeon, Dr. Graeme McFarland, finds balance between career and time at home in Decatur, Alabama!

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.

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!

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

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!

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!

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.