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Business Leaders and Educators Unite at 2025-2026 Partners-in-Education Breakfast More than 130 business leaders, principals and school personnel came together on August 14 for the Chamber’s 2025-2026 Partners-in-Education Breakfast and Work Session at the DoubleTree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront. Together, they discussed goals and strategies to help our students thrive in the year ahead. Crestline…

Chamber Staff Join Regional Leaders for State of the Region Luncheon On August 14, Chamber staff joined leaders from across North Alabama for the 7th annual State of the Region luncheon, hosted by Launch Regional Partnership at the Cook Museum of Natural Science in Decatur. Our President & CEO Crystal Brown continues to serve as…

Clearview Cancer Institute Breaks Ground on $54 Million Facility in Decatur On August 13, the Chamber celebrated the groundbreaking for Clearview Cancer Institute’s new $54 million facility at 1626 6th Avenue SE in Decatur. For 40 years, Clearview has provided leading-edge treatment and compassionate care for those facing cancer and blood disorders. This significant investment…

Expansion Proposal Approved for Cook Museum of Natural Science (News Release) The Decatur City Council voted 4-1 to approve an expansion proposal of the Cook Museum of Natural Science’s downtown campus during a special session on Monday, August 11. Museum President and Board Chairman Brian Cook presented renderings of the proposed expansion, including large scale…

Bobby Peavler Named Commodore of the Month for August At their monthly meeting on August 8, the Chamber’s Commodores enjoyed a tour of the Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Decatur, exploring its historic stage and its role in bringing arts and entertainment to our community. Congratulations to Bobby Peavler with Decatur…

Leadership Class Donates Record-Breaking Proceeds to Local Nonprofits The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s 2024–2025 Excellence in Leadership class presented proceeds from its record-setting community service project on August 6 at the Chamber office. The class surpassed its $30,000 goal by raising $32,183.09 — the most ever raised by any Excellence in Leadership class. After…

Know Before You Vote Brings Voters and Candidates Together On August 7, more than 250 voters gathered at the Cook Museum of Natural Science for Know Before You Vote, hosted by the Young Professionals of Decatur and the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s ProsperityPAC. The event featured 18 candidates and one candidate representative, providing an…

Emerging Leaders Event Focuses on Workplace Safety Deputy Chief Eric Stisher with the Decatur Police Department led the Chamber’s Emerging Leaders event on August 6, focusing on the Run, Hide, Fight response to active threats. Participants learned techniques for situational awareness and personal safety. Stisher, a certified trainer with more than 20 years of law…

Chamber Partners with Fiserv – Clover to Bring Exclusive Benefits to Members The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce is excited to introduce a new opportunity for members through our partnership with Fiserv – Clover and Senior Business Consultant Dana McKean. This referral program is designed to support your business with smart, reliable tools while also…