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Nucor Announces $60 Million Expansion in Decatur, Adding 60 Jobs MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 announced Nucor Corp. is expanding its advanced manufacturing footprint in Decatur with a $60 million investment expected to create 60 additional jobs in the region. “Nucor has been a valued partner in Alabama for many…

Chamber Kicks Off 2026–2027 Leadership Development Programs The Excellence in Leadership program, the flagship of the Chamber’s Leadership series, is designed to identify, orient, develop and network both existing and emerging leaders with the goal of enhancing positive growth in the business community. The 2026-2027 class includes 36 professionals from across Morgan County who will…

Emerging Leaders Learn Money Moves That Matter Making informed decisions about money and planning for the future were the focus of the Chamber’s October 7 Emerging Leaders event, “Money Moves That Matter,” with Dr. LaDoris Baugh, professor of accounting and former management department chair at Athens State University. Dr. Baugh shared strategies for building healthy…

Nominations Open for the 2026 ATHENA International Leadership Award The Chamber is now accepting nominations for the 2026 ATHENA International Leadership Award. Named after the Greek goddess of wisdom, justice and civil law, this international award is presented by Chambers of Commerce, women’s organizations and universities around the world. The honoree will be selected by…

Chamber Hosts 2026 Washington Update with Congressman Dale W. Strong Congressman Dale W. Strong joined the Chamber on October 6 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront for our 2026 Washington Update. More than 150 members of the business community gathered for a one-on-one discussion with Congressman Strong and Wade Weaver, Chairman of the Chamber’s…

Chamber’s Annual Golf Classic Brings Together Over 100 Golfers On October 2, more than 100 golfers from across north Alabama took part in the Chamber’s annual Golf Classic. This annual event is always a great opportunity for networking, fellowship and friendly competition at Burningtree Country Club. Congratulations to all our winners! Morning Flight Winner: Kinder…

Endless Opportunities Connects Students with Local Careers Approximately 2,100 eighth graders had the opportunity to explore careers at the Chamber’s 2026 Endless Opportunities hands-on career expo, held September 29–30 at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion. Students represented Decatur City, Morgan County, Hartselle City, Athens City and Limestone County schools, along with private and homeschool students. More than…

Two Chamber Members Named Finalists for 2026 Alabama Small Business of the Year Awards The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that two local businesses have been named finalists for the 2026 Alabama Small Business of the Year Awards. State Farm Insurance Patrick Johnson Agency P.C. is a finalist in the 1–10…

Breakfast & Biz Explores the RPR Method of Culture Building The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce hosted Breakfast & Biz on September 10 at The Magnolia Room in Decatur featuring guest speaker Charles Price, General Sales Manager at Express Bath. During the session, Price shared the Relationships/Process/Results Method of Culture Building and explained how healthy…

Chamber Announces 2026-2027 Excellence in Leadership Class Excellence in Leadership, the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s adult leadership development program, kicked off this year’s class on August 25 at The Magnolia Room in Decatur. The class consists of 36 professionals from businesses, industries, healthcare providers, municipalities, colleges and non-profit organizations. Chamber members nominate individuals from…