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A Message to Space Command Families Relocating to Redstone Arsenal

Chris Adkison, Qualifying Broker at Redstone Realty Solutions, shares why so many families and professionals choose Decatur as their home base.

Decatur Youth Services: Knocking Out Barriers and Inspiring Youth

Learn all about Decatur Youth Services (DYS) and its commitment to combating challenges affecting the quality of life of young Decatur citizens!

10 Exciting Developments Shaping Decatur’s Future!

Here’s a sneak peek at a whole new Decatur coming soon!

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!

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.

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!

From Soviet Estonia to Decatur, Alabama

Read all about the Journey of Viljar Weimann, Decatur Orchestra Sul Ponticello founder and conductor!

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.