Area News

       Local author Mary Lynn has released her third book, Sarah’s Legacy – It’s in the Stars.      This is a sequel to The Forgotten Life of Sarah Grady, a historical novel based on love letters found in #3 Millikin Place.      Sarah, the wife of prominent businessman William J. Grady of Faries Manufacturing, was a top…

              On Sunday, June 11, 2023, WDCR Decatur Catholic Radio and Decatur area Catholic Parishes celebrate the Feast Day of Corpus Christi with a walking procession with the Holy Eucharist. Corpus Christi is Latin for the Body of Christ. The event begins at 1:30 pm with Adoration at St. James Church,…

  SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is cracking down on high-tech exploitation by passing legislation that will crack  down on efforts to use AI technology to harass and intimidate with sexually explicit ‘deepfake’ images.  “Protecting a person’s privacy and control over their own image is paramount to keeping people safe online,” said…

  Decatur, IL – Want to share your opinion on slots/video gaming in Decatur? The Decatur City Council needs your input. The Council would like to slow the growth of video gaming and wants to hear from Decatur residents and businesses before making any substantive changes. A short, six-question survey is available along with information…

        Cindy Bardeleben, Executive Director of Baby TALK, Inc., in Decatur, IL, will retire on June 30, 2023, after 31 years of partnering with families and within communities. Cindy has been involved in almost every aspect of Baby TALK since 1992. She began at Baby TALK coming alongside pregnant mothers at local…

  The Golden K Kiwanis Club of Decatur has announced its upcoming program schedule through the end of June, 2023:      …On June 7, Golden K Kiwanis will have their annual scholarship presentation. 5 worthy students will receive scholarships to the college of their choice based on their academic achievements and involvement in the community.      …On…

       Cheryl (Naber) Wise announces her intention to seek election as Macon County Auditor. The rural Macon resident will file for nomination in the Republican Primary.      “I have 30 years accounting work experience – 14 of those years in the Macon County Treasurer’s office,” sai Wise. “I have worked closely with the Macon County Auditor’s…

       History of the Heartland opens Historic Preservation Week with History Showcase Saturday on May 20. The organization consists of various historical organizations and groups interested in promoting the preservation of our historic structures, homes, and the stories of our people. Showcase Saturday is a day to enjoy touring many of our most iconic historic…

       The Decatur History Museum at The Culver House is finally a reality! The Historic Decatur Foundation has been hard at work renovating the first floor of The Culver House and will hold an open house during Historic Preservation Week where you can see the debut of the museum. Items from the Dayle Irwin collection…

         Barn Colony Artists Spring Show opened May 6 at the Anne Lloyd Gallery at the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water St. in downtown Decatur. The show will run through May 20. The judge for this show was Mr. David Barista. He graduated from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago with…