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Former Decatur Mayor Lynn Curry Fowler passed away on May 17, 2023 at the age of 90. He was known for his commitment to the community whether it was serving on a board of directors, volunteering with the Kiwanis Club of Decatur or supporting industrial development. Mayor Fowler served as Board President of the Decatur-Morgan…
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The Chamber hosted its State of Healthcare Forum on May 24 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Decatur Riverfront. A panel of healthcare professionals shared the successes and challenges our local healthcare system is facing and the impact on our business community. Panelists included President/CEO of Decatur Morgan Hospital Kelli Powers, Chief Nursing Officer of…
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MarMac Real Estate on Central Parkway in Decatur hosted the Chamber’s second quarter Coffee & Cards on May 16. It was a chance for our Chamber members to network with fellow members and community leaders, enjoy refreshments in a casual environment and learn more about MarMac Real Estate which has more than 140 agents across 9…
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The monthly meeting for our Commodore program was held on May 12. The group photo was postponed due to rain, but the group had lunch at the Chamber and enjoyed playing bingo for prizes. Congratulations to Kelsey Hill with Alabama Credit Union for being named Greater Morgan County Builders Association Commodore of the Month. This…
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On Wednesday, May 10, three area professionals were honored by the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce at the annual Small Business Awards Celebration for their leadership, creativity and commitment to our business community. Dewayne Eddy, owner of Dewayne Eddy, LPL Financial, was named the Raymon Baker – John Cook – Ralph Jones Small Business Person…
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Decatur Fire and Rescue is now registering 14-18 year-olds interested in their 2023 Fire Cadet Camp on June 8-9. The cadet camp gives teens the chance to learn about local fire, rescue and emergency medical services in a safe, educational and fun way. All activities will be lead by Decatur Fire and Rescue personnel and…
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(News Release) At its board meeting on April 11, the Pryor Field Airport Authority Board approved a 25-year lease with a 10-year option with Acquisition Integration (AI) for a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) operation at the airport. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, Acquisition Integration is a distribution, logistics and services company serving the commercial and military aerospace…
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(News Release) Congratulations to Dr. Michael Douglas, recipient of the 2023 Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence (BRSE) Superintendent Award. Dr. Douglas is only the fourth superintendent in the nation to be recognized with this prestigious award. “I’m proud of my district. This honor wouldn’t be possible without the students, families, and our wonderful community,” said…
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According to the Decatur Daily, Bunge North America, Inc.’s Decatur plant will a begin a $28.6 million expansion in May. The project will improve the plant’s unloading and distribution capabilities by upgrading existing buildings and adding a new building and equipment. Construction should be complete by December of this year. The expansion will not add…
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The Chamber’s State of the City Forum was held on April 19 at the DoubleTree by Hilton. Mayor Tab Bowling, Council President Jacob Ladner, District 2 City Councilman Kyle Dukes Pike and moderator Wade Weaver with Adams Beverages discussed several topics including business and residential development, quality of life improvements and infrastructure projects in the…
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