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Thank you to everyone who joined us on January 29 for After Hours hosted by Maverick Events at Mother’s Italian Kitchen. It was a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow members, learn about upcoming events Maverick Events has planned and get a sneak peek of one of downtown Decatur’s newest restaurants opening soon in the…
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Briana Caudle is a K-3 teacher in the AIM (Achieve, Inspire, Motivate) Developmental Program with Decatur City Schools, which supports students with diverse learning abilities. She has been named the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s SuperStar Teacher for January 2026. Our presenting sponsor, Hubbard & Drake General-Mechanical Contractors, Inc., represented by Brian Beidleman and Chris…
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The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual State of Morgan County on February 3 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront. Morgan County Commission Chairman Ray Long was joined by Wade Weaver, General Manager of Adams Beverages and Chair of the Chamber’s Public Policy Committee, for a discussion focused on county priorities, ongoing…
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The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting applications for members interested in serving as a Commodore for the 2026-2027 year starting in April! This group of professionals volunteer their time and expertise to welcome and mentor new members, build membership and raise community awareness of Chamber activities and benefits. Commodores, recognized as a…
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The Chamber’s 3rd Annual Industry Day for Teachers was a success as educators from Decatur City, Hartselle City and Morgan County Schools toured 3M on January 22. The initiative is designed to bridge the gap between education and industry by providing educators with firsthand insight into modern manufacturing and how these experiences can be connected…
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After more than a decade of service to the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce and a distinguished career dedicated to community leadership, Crystal Brown has announced her retirement as president and chief executive officer, effective in July 2026. Crystal joined the Chamber staff in 2012 and has served as President and CEO since July 2021.…
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The Chamber’s three leadership development programs – Excellence, Edge and Equip – continued to meet throughout the fall and into the winter. Excellence in Leadership, the Chamber’s flagship leader development program for professionals, visited GoFAR USA Park in October for some fun team building exercises. After lunch, participants worked through inspiring “leadership lightbulbs” led by…
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The Chamber’s monthly Commodores meeting on January 9 featured a meaningful discussion on Decatur’s continued economic momentum. Chamber Board Member Yogi Dougher shared a presentation highlighting key indicators of growth including job creation, workforce development initiatives, downtown revitalization and more than $1 billion in investment over the past several years. Congratulations to Jeni Jordan with…
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As a new year approaches, we find ourselves reflecting on a few of the achievements we’ve shared with our members, partners and the community throughout the year. Notable highlights include major investments in education and workforce development such as expansions at Calhoun Community College and the opening of the Rural Development Park, along with continued…
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On December 12, 2025, we lost a remarkable leader and a dear friend. John Seymour, former President and CEO Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, led with a servant’s heart, a strong voice for what mattered, and a gentle spirit that made everyone feel seen and valued. John believed deeply in people, in community and in…
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