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New UAB Dental Clinic Targets North Alabama’s Care Shortage

November 3, 2026 Bouldin 0

Decatur facility will combine patient treatment with hands-on training to help strengthen the region’s dental workforce. SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS DECATUR — North Alabama families facing limited dental care options could gain a new treatment destination […]

$3 Million Study Advances Decatur’s Push for Another River Crossing

October 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

Federal funding supports route analysis and public input as officials seek relief for Tennessee River traffic By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS DECATUR, Ala. — Decatur’s effort to ease traffic across the Tennessee River is moving forward […]

Decatur Company Tracks Nearly 49% Growth as North Alabama Economy Expands

September 8, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS DECATUR, Ala. — A North Alabama home-improvement company is reporting rapid growth as consumer demand for remodeling continues to create opportunities in the region’s service economy. Express Bath is tracking approximately […]

Decatur Police Launch Free Firearm Safety Course for Women Amid Growing Focus on Personal Protection

May 26, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The Decatur Police Department is offering a free women’s firearm safety course this summer as interest in personal protection and responsible gun ownership continues growing across Alabama. The program, called “Women with Weapons,” […]

GE Appliances Shifts Washer Production Back to U.S., Awards $150 Million to American Suppliers

November 25, 2025 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS GE Appliances is strengthening its U.S. manufacturing footprint with more than $150 million in new contracts awarded to American suppliers as the company relocates washer and dryer production from China to its Louisville, Kentucky […]

Lawsuit Casts Shadow Over Decatur Mayoral Election After Billy Jackson’s Defeat

September 9, 2025 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS DECATUR, Ala. — What was expected to be a decisive mayoral victory for Kent Lawrence is now facing fresh uncertainty as a lawsuit seeks to halt certification of the election, citing ballot […]

GE Appliances Includes Decatur in $3B Expansion Plan

August 19, 2025 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS DECATUR, Ala. — GE Appliances has announced a sweeping $3 billion investment across its U.S. operations, with the company’s Decatur facility near Huntsville slated to benefit from the expansion. Company officials said the investment […]