Area News

     The Mt. Zion Chamber of Commerce invites all veterans and their guest to its complimentary Annual Veterans Day Breakfast at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at the Antioch Christian Church, 5409 E. US Route 36, Decatur. This year’s event will honor those who have served our country.      Jimmy Rade will be our featured…

Join University of Illinois Extension volunteers for an afternoon of inspiration, learning, and community at the Master Gardener Open House. The open house hosted by the Macon County Master Gardeners will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 13 in the Children’s Auditorium at the Decatur Public Library, 130 N. Franklin St. Participants will…

  Three recital performances highlight the talents of Millikin’s outstanding faculty members. DECATUR, Ill. – Millikin University’s School of Music invites the campus and community to experience the artistry and innovation of its celebrated faculty through the annual Faculty Recital Series. Presented in a formal solo and chamber recital format, the series highlights the exceptional…

DECATUR, IL — Richland Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Maryann Albers, Principal at Chastain & Associates LLC, to the Richland Community College Board of Trustees. Albers brings more than two decades of professional experience and deep community involvement to the Board. She joined Chastain & Associates in Decatur 22 years ago,…

The new campus resource combats food insecurity and supports student well-being. DECATUR, Ill. – Millikin University, in partnership with the Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce, will host a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Millikin Market on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The event will take place at the offices of…

     The Early Bird Kiwanis Club of Decatur is launching its annual cheese sale starting November 6, 2025. Approximate 2 lb. wheels of Colby, Colby jack, Pepper jack, Swiss and 4 in 1 variety, consisting of Colby, Colby jack, Swiss and Pepper jack, will be offered for $17 each and an approximate 1.5 lb. chunk of…

     Join your friends and neighbors at the 53rd Annual Long Creek Township Democrat Soup Supper!      The chili and vegetable soup will be simmering on the stove on Friday, Oct. 24 from 5-7 p.m. at the Township Community Center, 2610 Salem School Rd., Decatur.      Meet State Rep. Margaret Croke from the 12th District, who is running…

     Operation Enduring Support is now accepting donations to be sent to our deployed troops.      The Faith-Based support group needs addressees and donations by November 20th.      Items needed include; 2026 calendars, puzzle game books, playing cards, duct tape, protein and breakfast bars, Slim Jims, non-perishable crackers with cheese or peanut butter, nonperishable chicken or tuna salad…

By Decatur Area Arts Council Team The Decatur Area Arts Council is excited to invite you to participate in our annual Christmas Card Lane, a cherished holiday tradition in our community! Our participants create and decorate giant wooden “cards” that will be displayed along the downtown green space throughout the holiday season, spreading festive cheer…

     Each year in October, Catholics around the world celebrate the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. To honor St. Francis, the patron saint of animals, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital invites the community and their pets to a Pet Blessing on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 5:30 p.m. at the St. Mary’s Cancer Care Center, 1990…