Absalom Bishop, an early settler and member of the Texas Legislature, opposed naming the town after a Whig Party member, and in 1858, arranged to have the name changed to Decatur, in honor of …

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Learn about the history of Decatur and how the city originated. The city of Decatur is located 45 minutes northwest of Fort Worth. It is in the middle between Fort Worth and Wichita Falls. Learn all about the …

The city of Decatur is located 45 minutes northwest of Fort Worth. It is in the middle between Fort Worth and Wichita Falls.

Decatur may also refer to a number of places, streets, military establishments, schools, and others mostly named after Stephen Decatur:

Melissa Hon named Decatur City Manager Hon has served in the interim since November 2025 and will soon have the permanent City Manager title. Read on...