The Decatur City Council approved funding Monday for a new kayak launch and self-service rental kiosk at Point Mallard Park, expanding public access to the Tennessee River and Flint Creek...
The Decatur City Council will meet Monday, February 16, at 10 a.m. at City Hall to consider several items focused on infrastructure, public safety, and long-term planning. Together, the items...
Most people associate Mardi Gras with New Orleans. But the first organized Mardi Gras celebration in the United States took place in Alabama. Mobile began celebrating Mardi Gras in 1703,...
During Black History Month, the City of Decatur honors First Missionary Baptist Church for its lasting role in shaping the history, culture, and community of our City. First Missionary Baptist...
The City of Decatur is notifying residents and businesses about a scam reported in other Alabama communities in which individuals posing as city employees have been contacting residents and businesses....
The Decatur Parks and Recreation Department has released its first-ever Spring Activity Guide, providing residents with a single place to explore programs, events, facilities, and outdoor opportunities across the city...
The City of Decatur is inviting residents to share what is on their minds through a new community survey launched by Mayor Kent Lawrence. After completing his first 90 days...
The City of Decatur is reminding businesses, organizations, and individuals that advertising signs are not permitted in public street right-of-way, particularly at street corners and intersections. These locations present the...
The City of Decatur is seeking residents to serve on a new Zoning Ordinance Review Committee that will help review and refine the City’s recently adopted zoning ordinance. The committee...
The Decatur City Council approved a short-term rental ordinance Monday evening that establishes clear, enforceable standards for how short-term rentals operate across the city. Short-term rentals, including full-home rentals and...