Area News
Public Art Project Wraps Signal Boxes with Art
The Decatur Area Arts Council, in cooperation with the City of Decatur, is excited to announce the installation of the first of a series of eight vinyl wraps, designed by local artists, being placed over electrical/signal boxes. This public art project is made possible through a grant from the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation. The…
Read MoreMacon County Conservation District Debuts Timber Frame Pavilion at Friends Creek Conservation Area
The Macon County Conservation District is excited to announce the completion of an impressive, handcrafted timber frame pavilion at Friends Creek Conservation Area. Located at the group camp site, this beautiful and durable structure, called a “King Post Pavilion,” is a testament to the Conservation District’s commitment to sustainability and in-house craftsmanship. The new…
Read MoreOchs Named October Colleague Of The Month For Decatur Memorial Hospital
Paylee Ochs, a certified occupational therapy assistant with outpatient rehabilitation, is the October Decatur Memorial Hospital Colleague of the Month. Ochs specializes in pediatrics. In August, she helped brainstorm and coordinate an Olympics event for the children in the occupational therapy program. She built pediatric-sized obstacles, games and awards that each of her patients…
Read MoreTHE MACON COUNTY HONOR GUARD IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
The Macon County Honor Guard was established in 1995 to consolidate the efforts of several Veteran organizations. Included were VFW, American Legion, DAV, Marine Corps League, WWII, Korean,and Vietnam war Veterans organizations. The purpose of the Honor Guard is to provide full military honors at funeral services for honorably discharged veterans. The ceremony includes:…
Read MoreTickets on sale Nov. 5 for the 65th annual Millikin University’s Vespers concerts
The annual performances return Dec. 7-8 at the Kirkland Fine Arts Center. DECATUR, Ill. – Millikin University’s most beloved holiday event, Vespers, returns Dec. 7-8, 2024, to Kirkland Fine Arts Center. Performances will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. For 65…
Read MoreDMH To Host Community Blood Drive Nov. 5
Decatur Memorial Hospital will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm on Tuesday, November 5 at 2300 North Edward Street, inside Classroom C Appointments: To donate, please contact Julie Floyd at (217) 876-5018 or visit www.bloodcenter.org…
Read MoreHammond United Methodist Church To Hold Their Annual Homemade Beef Stew Dinner Nov. 3
Hammond United Methodist Church will hold their annual homemade beef stew dinner on Sunday, November 3 from 11:00am to 1:30pm in the church fellowship hall. This fundraiser “all-you-can-eat” dinner will include stew, roll or cornbread, jello salad, dessert and drink. The cost is $10 per person with family rates available. Take out will also be…
Read MoreThe Golden K Kiwanis Club Of Decatur Gives Special Recognition For Community Service
The Golden K Kiwanis Club of Decatur recently gave special recognition honoring service to our community. Recognized for giving 2,000 hours of service over her lifetime was Lynda Durnil. Mrs. Durnil serves as the club secretary and has been described as “the glue that holds the club together.” Recognized for giving 4,000 of service each…
Read More52nd Annual Long Creek Township Democrats Soup Supper Oct. 25
The soup’s on at the 52nd Annual Long Creek Township Democrats Soup Supper! Bring your family and friends Friday, October 25, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Only $6/ticket for chili, drink and homemade dessert. Come meet our local candidates. The supper is held each year at the Long Creek Township Community Center, 2610…
Read MoreVFW Post 99 Auxiliary To Host ‘Trunk or Treat’ Oct. 27
VFW Post 99 Auxiliary will have Trunk or Treat on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the VFW Post, 3920 N. Martin Luther King, Decatur. All ghosts and goblins are welcome! Open to the public.
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