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March SuperStar Teacher: Celebrating Maggie Gonzalez at Hartselle City Schools Maggie Gonzalez, an English Language Teacher for Hartselle City Schools, has been named the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s SuperStar Teacher for March. Cindy Smith, a member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, along with members of the Chamber staff, surprised Ms. Gonzalez with a…

Cassidy Chandler Named Commodore of the Month for March During their final meeting of the Chamber’s fiscal year on March 14, Cassidy Chandler with State Farm Insurance was named the Greater Morgan County Builders Association Commodore of the Month. This dedicated group of volunteers wrapped up the year with some friendly competition at AMF River…

Breakfast & Biz: Inspiring the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs On March 6, the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce hosted an inspiring Breakfast & Biz event, bringing together business and community leaders to connect with the Decatur Morgan CEO Class of 2025. This group of 12 driven students from six local schools had the opportunity to…

Chamber’s Excellence in Leadership Class to Host Pickleball Tournament The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s Excellence in Leadership 2024-2025 class has selected a charity pickleball tournament, the Point Mallard Pickleball Classic, for their community service project this year. Be a part of history at the first-ever pickleball tournament on the brand-new courts at Point Mallard…

February SuperStar Teacher: Celebrating Robert Bryson at Morgan County Schools Tech Park Robert Bryson, an Automotive Technician Instructor at Morgan County Schools Technology Park, has been named the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s SuperStar Teacher for February. Mr. Bryson, who has dedicated 33 years to teaching at the Technology Park, plans to retire at the…

2025 State of Morgan County Forum Focuses on New Developments The Chamber held the annual State of Morgan County Forum on February 27 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Decatur Riverfront with over 280 attendees. Morgan County Commission Chairman Ray Long, along with District 1 Commissioner Jeff Clark, District 2 Commissioner Randy Vest and District…

Megan Garner Named Commodore of the Month for February At our monthly Commodore meeting on February 14, we welcomed Nicole Belcher with Decatur Parks and Recreation, who shared exciting updates on upcoming events at Point Mallard Park, the new recreation center being built at Wilson Morgan Park and the progress of the softball complex near…

2025 Career & Workforce Expo Connects Local Companies and Students On February 11, approximately 1,000 students from Decatur City Schools, Morgan County Schools, Hartselle City Schools, Athens City Schools, Limestone County Schools, Lawrence County Schools, Madison County Schools, private and home school systems attended the Chamber’s 2025 Career & Workforce Expo at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion…

Hiring Event Connects Job Seekers with Employers The Chamber, in partnership with AIDT, Career Connect, Calhoun Community College and the Morgan County Economic Development Association, hosted another successful hiring event at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion in Decatur on February 11. With approximately 260 job seekers connecting with more than 20 local employers, the event offered a range of job opportunities and on-site interviews. Attendees were…

Submit Your Nomination for the 2025 Athelyne C. Banks Citizen of the Year Award The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce invites you to nominate an outstanding member of the Decatur-Morgan County community for the 2025 Miss Athelyne C. Banks Citizen of the Year Award. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication and service…