SUMMARY: In a highly emotional campaign season, a local church on Dr. Martin Luther King Drive is focusing on prayer ahead of the upcoming election. Pastor Marvin Lou encourages community members to vote and emphasizes the importance of participation in the electoral process. A small gathering prayed for peace and collective support, highlighting the need for unity after the election results. Pastor Lou’s church is also offering transportation to polling places, underlining the belief that active participation can positively impact the community. Polls in Alabama open at 7 a.m. and close at 11 p.m.

Community members gathered at Stewart Memorial CME Church to pray ahead of Tuesday’s general election.
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SUMMARY: The City of Decatur has postponed voting on a new zoning ordinance proposal due to concerns from Councilman Billy Jackson about the changes. The ordinance rewrite, initiated years ago to replace outdated regulations, faced delays from changes in the city planning department and the pandemic. The city has been without a planning director since 2009. Council President Jacob Ladner noted that a unanimous council vote is necessary to proceed, and there is a hope to have a city planner in place before the next council meeting to better understand the ordinance.

The city of Decatur delayed voting to adopt a proposal for a new zoning ordinance.

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SUMMARY: The weather today started with interesting cloud formations, including a halo around the sun visible from Gardendale First Baptist Church. Temperatures reached nearly 80°F, with occasional gray skies and sun. Light, inconsequential rain is emerging in Cleburne and Randolph Counties, while a severe weather outbreak is impacting Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri. Looking ahead to Election Day, expect spotty showers, but no all-day rain. Rain showers are anticipated to increase on Wednesday, particularly in southeastern Alabama. Significant rainfall is expected Friday and Saturday, with potential totals over 1-2 inches before it clears up by Sunday.

Spotty showers in Alabama’s weather forecast for election day, Some tropical moisture brings a better chance for rain Friday through the weekend

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