DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - In just a few days, Mayor-Elect Kent Lawrence will take office as the new mayor of Decatur. Lawrence has spent the past two months preparing for this new role. Lawrence has been ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Oct. 29—The city of Decatur will hold a public swearing-in ceremony for its newly elected mayor and city council members at 6 p.m.

The City of Decatur's 2026 Community Survey reveals residents prioritize safety, infrastructure, and economic growth. DECATUR ...

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - Decatur’s new Mayor Kent Lawrence has completed his first 90 days in office, and while not everything on his initial plan has been accomplished, he remains focused on improving ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jan. 10—New Decatur Mayor Kent Lawrence is hoping 2026 begins with the city he now leads having a new attitude. Lawrence and three ...

The Pavilion at Ingalls Harbor was overflowing with family, friends, and supporters as a new chapter began. While there is a lot of excitement about the three new faces for the city council, Lawrence ...

DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) – On Monday, Decatur city leaders approved a rewrite to its existing land use zoning ordinance. The rewrite passed after being put up for a vote for the past seven years. Mayor ...

Decatur will enhance outdoor recreation with a new kayak launch and rental kiosks at Point Mallard Park.

Decatur mayor-elect Kent Lawrence has worked since he was 9 years old, and he said he plans to continue that work ethic as mayor. [JERONIMO NISA/DECATUR DAILY] ...

The city hopes to have a $12.5 million facility for Decatur Youth Services built within the next two years, according to Mayor Kent Lawrence.