Good morning, Decatur.

The Salvation Army held a ceremony on Thursday to honor graduates from its community programs + Pathway of Hope, SHP, and Pathway Forward, which help residents secure housing, jobs and reunite families.

Residents may register for these programs at the local Salvation Army office.

Animal Control and Care Center is celebrating its 20th anniversary on Saturday, June 27 from noon to 4 p.m. at its shelter (2820 E.

Parkway Drive in Decatur), featuring a food truck with $5 meals, door prizes, face painting, balloon animals and reduced-fee pet adoptions.

Forsyth Fest 2026 will take place in Forsyth on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20 with family-friendly activities starting at 5 p.m. including inflatables, face painting, food trucks, a parade, live music, and a fireworks display to honor America's 250th birthday, with free admission.

Wendy Harned joined Byers Co on June 4 to discuss the 170th Macon County Fair.

She highlighted pageant winners, a major grand stand concert, and upcoming fair activities.

Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co on June 4 to discuss local attractions, the Municipal Band and city government.

The podcast provides insights on things to do in Decatur.

A free trauma-informed care training will be held at Decatur Memorial Hospital on June 15 from 10 a.m. to noon in Classroom A for community workers serving vulnerable groups (presented with Heritage Behavioral Health Center).

Virtual sessions follow on June 16 and Aug. 11 and will offer continuing education credits.

Boots On The Ground Country/Urban Line Dancing Party

7-11:45 p.m. — Decatur Conference Center & Hotel — Free entry — Kick up your heels and enjoy a night of line dancing to urban and country beats.

Community Game Afternoon

1-4 p.m. — Decatur Public Library — Free entry — Bring your family and friends to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of board games and card games.

Stryper Live Concert

June 17-18 — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Tickets from $47 — Experience Stryper's electrifying performance as they celebrate 40 years of iconic hits by the lakeside.

Avery Irons Author Event

5:30-6:00 p.m. — Decatur Public Library — Free entry — Experience a reading and book signing event with local author Avery Irons presenting her debut novel.

35th Annual Decatur Train Fair

4-7 p.m. — Decatur Civic Center — Family-friendly event — Explore diverse train layouts and engage with passionate vendors at this nostalgic celebration.

Decatur Baseball vs. Jackson Rockabillys

3:30-7:30 a.m. — Workman Family Baseball Field — Tickets start at $34 — Experience a thrilling matchup between local baseball teams in Decatur.

BSR Opening for Daya

7-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Concert tickets available — Experience a night of live music with Daya in Decatur.