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Local Students Complete Week of Hands-On Cybersecurity Training The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce and Calhoun Community College wrapped up a successful week of CyberPatriot Camp on June 26, providing local students with a hands-on introduction to cybersecurity through two five-day camps offered at no cost. One camp was designed for rising 6th–8th grade students,…

Alabama’s Economic Growth Recognized with 2026 Silver Shovel Award Alabama’s continued economic momentum has earned the state a 2026 Silver Shovel Award from Area Development magazine, recognizing success in job creation, economic impact, new facility growth and industry diversity. The award highlights major investments and growth taking place across Alabama, including U.S. Space Command’s selection…

Chamber Names Reggie Ash as Next President & CEO The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Reggie Ash as the organization’s next President & CEO, effective July 27, 2026. Ash was selected following a comprehensive national search led by the Chamber’s Board of Directors and CEO…

Applications Now Open for the Chamber’s Excellence in Leadership Program The Chamber is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 class of Excellence in Leadership, presented by Nucor Steel Decatur. Since 1987, Excellence in Leadership has helped develop and connect existing and emerging leaders throughout Decatur-Morgan County. The program provides participants with opportunities to grow personally…

Students Gain Hands-On Experience During 2026 Automotive Academy The Chamber, in partnership with Calhoun Community College, kicked off the 2026 Automotive Academy on June 9 at Calhoun’s Decatur Campus. This three-day camp gave high school students the opportunity to explore the automotive industry through hands-on learning experiences. Students worked with electric and hybrid vehicles, built…

Chamber’s 14th Annual Clay Shoot Classic Brings Networking and Competition   The Chamber’s 14th Annual Clay Shoot Classic, held on June 12 at Old South Clays in Athens, provided our members with an excellent opportunity to network while enjoying the great outdoors. The day-long event featured both morning and afternoon flights, offering a chance for…

Emerging Leaders Event Highlights Workforce Opportunities at ACCS Innovation Center Connecting people, skills and opportunity was the focus of the Chamber’s recent Emerging Leaders event at the Alabama Community College System’s Innovation Center on June 3, 2026 in downtown Decatur. Attendees had the opportunity to explore how this state-of-the-art facility is helping strengthen Alabama’s workforce…

Lockheed Martin Celebrates Opening of New Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Courtland Lockheed Martin Space leaders open new Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) factory in Courtland, Alabama. From left: Sarah Reeves, VP of Strategic Defense Systems; Johnathon Caldwell, VP and general manager of Strategic & Missile Defense Systems; Lt. Gen. Brian Gibson, vice director for Golden Dome…

Decatur Ranked Among Best Places to Live in Alabama and the Nation The City of Decatur has earned national recognition from U.S. News & World Report, ranking No. 3 among the Best Places to Live in Alabama and No. 60 nationally for 2026-27. The rankings evaluated communities across the country based on factors including quality…

Excellence in Leadership Class Sets New Fundraising Record Through Community Service Project The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s 2025–2026 Excellence in Leadership class presented proceeds from its successful community service project, the inaugural Dec Days Festival and Top Deck Social, on May 26 at the Chamber office. Held on April 18 in downtown Decatur, the…