City of Decherd

City of Decherd News, Activities and Announcements for the City of Decherd. Decherd was founded in the mid 1800's. The town is named for Peter S. Mr. Bedford C. R. In 1890 James W.

Decherd owes its beginning to the Nashville and Chattanooga Railroad which was completed in 1851 through what was to become the town of Decherd. Decherd, who gave the rights-of-way to the railroad company with the provision that a depot be located near the "Decherd Plantation". Decherd came to Franklin County from Virginia in the early 1800's. In 1831 he moved from Wi******er to a large tract of l

and about two miles northwest. He and his brothers developed the land into the plantation. The town was originally incorporated in 1868. From 1885 to 1901 the town was not officially incorporated due to the "Four Mile Law", which allowed for the selling of liquor within four miles of schools in incorporated communities only. The town was re-chartered by the General Assembly on April 22, 1901. Governor Benton McMillin signed the private act creating the town. McGill became mayor in June of that year. Ross Powell was the first city recorder. The town also had one Town Marshall. The population in 1900 was about 1000. Terrill, with the help of local citizens, built and established Terrill College on the site where the Decherd Public School now stands. The railroad played an important part in the prosperity of the town. It became the terminal for branch lines going to Huntsville, Alabama, Fayetteville, Lewisburg and Cloumbia Tennessee. Several trains left Decherd each day going to these towns. Two passenger trains were also in operation at this time. At one time there were eight passenger trains stopping at the Decherd depot. Trains still pass through Decherd today, but the depot is gone along with the passenger trains. The Civil War dominated life in Decherd during the war years. No major battles were fought in the area, but several skirmishes were fought over control of the railroad and Elk River. Federal General Don Buell established headquarters in Decherd in August, 1862 before moving north to encounter Confederate forces under the command of General Braxton Bragg. In 1863 Federals under Colonel John T. Wilder drove a Confederate force from Decherd and destroyed about 300 yards of the railroad between Decherd and Cowan. Telegraph and commissary stores of the Confederate forces were burned in the raid. Decherd is proud of its history, but a city must not dwell on the past. The city is looking to the future and the next one hundred years.

07/01/2026

JUST IN!

Mike Holmes with Whelen Engineering has ALSO donated a beautiful Pelican Motion 100X Angler kayak for this raffle!!! We hope to see everyone out there to win these big amazing prizes!!

07/01/2026

HELLO Decherd Family, as many people know JULY 3rd is the annual Firework show! This year is a special occasion celebrating 250 YEARS, to do something special your Fire Department will be out cooking hot dogs and hosting a raffle with amazing prizes! Come out and see us! We look forward to seeing everybody!

Prizes include the following

4 mini speakers - Farmers Home Furniture

One huge speaker - Farmers Home Furniture

Car detailing kit - Autozone

$50 gift voucher to Vivid Journey

2 hats and 2 tumblers - Tractor Supply

Griddle Grill - Home Depot

Planet Fitness 3 month free membership when you sign up for a black card

Another Special Thank you to

Save A Lot

Ikard’s Towing

Frito Lay

Sundrop

John Deere

Please share and spread the word to come see us!!!

Y’all come out Friday night to see the fireworks at the city ball park! The fireworks will start at dark but the food tr...
06/30/2026

Y’all come out Friday night to see the fireworks at the city ball park! The fireworks will start at dark but the food trucks and vendors will be set up and ready by 6pm. We can’t wait to see everyone there!!

06/29/2026

We will be closed Friday, July 3rd for the 4th of July holiday. Recycling pickup will be moved to Monday, July 6th. Have a safe and happy holiday!!

06/18/2026

City Hall will be closed tomorrow, June 19th, in honor of Juneteenth. Blue bags will be picked on Monday, June 22nd. Have a safe and happy weekend!!

06/17/2026

🏃‍♂️🇺🇸 RUN FOR JOE 2026 – REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🇺🇸🏃‍♀️

The City of Decherd Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce the 2nd Annual Run for Joe on Saturday, July 4th, 2026 at the Decherd Babe Ruth Fields!

Whether you’re a competitive runner or just looking for a fun family activity to start your Independence Day, this event is for YOU! We will have both a 1 Mile Fun Run and a 5K option available for all fitness levels.

📍 Location: Decherd Babe Ruth Fields
📅 Date: July 4th, 2026
⏰ Start Time: 8:00 AM

Bring your friends, family, and patriotic spirit as we celebrate our community and honor Joe with a morning full of fun, fitness, and fellowship!

✅ Family Friendly
✅ All Fitness Levels Welcome
✅ Great Community Event

Use the QR code on the flyer or register online today:
https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Decherd/JoeBach5k

We can’t wait to see everyone there! 🇺🇸🔥

Don’t miss out on our firework show this year!!
06/09/2026

Don’t miss out on our firework show this year!!

Hey everybody👋
We’re looking forward to another great fireworks show this year!🎇
Share to help us get the word out!🗣️
Thank you for always making it a great event!👍

06/02/2026

⚾️ OPENING DAY IS HERE! ⚾️
Come on out to the ballpark tonight for a fun evening of youth baseball, family fun, and great community support!
We’ve got a couple of great matchups on tap:
🕠 5:30 PM
Citizens Community Bank 🆚 Western Sirloin Steak House
🕢 7:30 PM
1st Franklin Financial 🆚 Decherd Water Works
Bring the family, grab some concessions, and help us cheer on these young athletes as they kick off the season! Your support means everything to our youth and our community.
See you at the ballpark! ⚾️🎉
107 College St Decherd TN

04/04/2026
03/30/2026

🌟 CITY OF DECHERD 🌟
🐣 EASTER EGG HUNT 🐣
🐰 The Easter Bunny is Coming to Town! 🐰

📍 Location: Babe Ruth Ball Park
107 College Street • Decherd, TN

📅 Date: April 4th
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM

🌸 Bring the Kids & Come Enjoy the Park! 🌸

🥚 Thousands of Eggs
🎁 PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN AWAY!
🐰 Photos with the Easter Bunny
🌼 Family Fun for Everyone

🎉 Don’t Miss This Egg-citing Event! 🎉
Grab your baskets and come ready to hunt!

Hosted by the City of Decherd

Address

1301 W. Main Street
Decherd, TN
37324

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19319675181

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