Week 3 of the high school football season brought a couple bright spots for the Decatur County teams. South Decatur picked up win No. 1 on the season. The North Decatur and Milan game saw a touchdown, blocked extra point and kick off return for a touchdown – all in the final :30 of the game.

Here is a brief look at the excitement from Friday.

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