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Chamber Invests in Career Path Platform that Connects Local Companies with Future Workforce

March 3, 2023 | Comments Off on Chamber Invests in Career Path Platform that Connects Local Companies with Future Workforce

For the third year, the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce has invested in eight high schools in Decatur,  Morgan County and Hartselle for another year of YouScience, an aptitude‐driven talent identification platform. YouScience provides a 90-minute assessment that students take on the computer. It then provides them with career choices that are best suited to…

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Alabama Credit Union Hosts Coffee & Cards

February 27, 2023 | Comments Off on Alabama Credit Union Hosts Coffee & Cards

Alabama Credit Union on 6th Avenue in Decatur hosted the Chamber’s first Coffee & Cards for 2023. 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 Alabama Credit Union. Networking opportunities are a member benefit to help build…

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2023 State of Morgan County Attended by More Than 200

February 23, 2023 | Comments Off on 2023 State of Morgan County Attended by More Than 200

The State of Morgan County Forum was held on February 22 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Decatur Riverfront with more than 200 in attendance. Morgan County Commission Chairman Ray Long, District 1 Commissioner Jeff Clark, District 2 Commissioner Randy Vest and District 4 Commissioner Greg Abercrombie answered questions that provided an overview of the…

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Nucor adding $125 Million Facility in Decatur

February 22, 2023 | Comments Off on Nucor adding $125 Million Facility in Decatur

(News Release) – On Wednesday, Governor Kay Ivey  announced that Nucor Corp. plans to invest approximately $125 million to open an advanced manufacturing facility in Alabama where a new business unit, Nucor Towers & Structures, will produce transmission towers. Nucor, which already has a significant presence in Alabama, has committed to creating 200 full-time jobs…

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Decatur Ranked Number One Place People in Huntsville are Looking to Buy a Home

February 21, 2023 | Comments Off on Decatur Ranked Number One Place People in Huntsville are Looking to Buy a Home

According to Stacker.com, Decatur was ranked the number one place where people in Huntsville are looking to a buy home in February 2023. Stacker compiled the statistics about where people in Huntsville are looking to buy homes using cross-market demand and monthly inventory data from Realtor.com. We look forward to the additional residential options coming…

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Black History Month Spotlight

February 15, 2023 | Comments Off on Black History Month Spotlight

In celebration of Black History Month, the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce is highlighting local African American residents who helped shape and impact our community that you might not have heard about. Frank J. Sykes was born on April 10, 1892 in Decatur. While attending Howard University to earn his dental degree, he started all…

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Athens State Welcomes Jonathan Blanchard for Black History Month Workshop and Concert

February 9, 2023 | Comments Off on Athens State Welcomes Jonathan Blanchard for Black History Month Workshop and Concert

(News Release) Soul singer Jonathan Blanchard will be coming to Athens State University to headline a workshop and concert as the University celebrates Black History Month. The workshop portion is titled, “How to Entertain, Educate and Enlighten” and the concert portion is titled, “Music of the Movement.” “Music of the Movement” will be an interactive…

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Breakfast & Biz: Develop and Prepare Your Workforce 

February 9, 2023 | Comments Off on Breakfast & Biz: Develop and Prepare Your Workforce 

On February 8, the Chamber held its first Breakfast & Biz event of 2023. Michael Bridier, Project Manager of the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship for Region 1, explained how to develop and prepare your workforce using apprenticeships. Michael works with organizations to promote work-based learning opportunities in north Alabama. His goal is to work with…

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Chamber’s Excellence in Leadership Class Hosts Charity Dinner Event on March 4

February 8, 2023 | Comments Off on Chamber’s Excellence in Leadership Class Hosts Charity Dinner Event on March 4

The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s Excellence in Leadership class has chosen a charity dinner event called “Let the Good Times Roll” for their community project this year. It will be held on Saturday, March 4 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion. There will be food, drinks and a celebration of every…

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Career & Workforce Expo Connects Local Companies and Students

February 7, 2023 | Comments Off on Career & Workforce Expo Connects Local Companies and Students

On February 7, approximately 1,000 high school students from school systems in Morgan, Lawrence and Limestone Counties attended the 2023 Career & Workforce Expo. The annual event was held at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion in partnership with Calhoun Community College and Morgan County Economic Development Association. More than 65 local business and industry partners in high…

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