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08/30/2026

NEW SITE: Tariffs Have Cost Illinois an Estimated $17 Billion
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08/30/2026

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08/28/2026

If you've been meaning to make a Saturday morning trip to the Decatur Central Park Farmers Market, there are still plenty of opportunities - but the summer market season is beginning to wind down.

The market returns Saturday morning at Central Park in downtown Decatur, with vendors setting up beginning at 8 a.m. and the market running through noon.

The seasonal market brings local growers, bakers, makers and other vendors together each Saturday, offering shoppers an opportunity to find fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, jams and jellies, handmade goods and other locally produced items.

The Central Park Farmers Market runs from June through October, making these late-summer and early-fall Saturdays some of the final opportunities of the year to shop the market before the season comes to an end.

If you've been meaning to make a Saturday morning trip to the Decatur Central Park Farmers Market, there are s...

08/28/2026

The Northeast Community Fund is preparing for an evening of food, entertainment and fundraising in downtown Decatur.

The organization will host its eighth annual Farm to Fund Dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday, September 26, at 134 North Merchant Street in downtown Decatur.

The dinner will feature a farm-to-table meal prepared by Chef Brian Tucker and the culinary team from Richland Community College.

Guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy live entertainment, along with both live and silent auctions throughout the evening.

Proceeds from the event will support the Northeast Community Fund and its efforts to provide assistance to individuals and families in Decatur and Macon County.

Find out more by visiting this story.

The Northeast Community Fund is preparing for an evening of food, entertainment and fundraising in downtown De...

08/28/2026

The Macon County Conservation District is welcoming the arrival of September with a variety of programs and activities for families, children and outdoor enthusiasts.

The month begins with Curious Caterpillars Mini Camp on Tuesday, September 1, at Rock Springs Nature Center. The program is designed for children ages 1 through 5 and an adult companion, with activities focusing on caterpillars and their transformation into moths and butterflies.

The district will also host its regular Saturday Stroll on September 5 at 10 a.m. Participants can join a naturalist for a walk along the trails at Rock Springs Conservation Area. The stroll is free and no registration is required.

The Macon County Conservation District offers programs throughout the year designed to connect area residents with nature, conservation and local history. Most programs are held at Rock Springs Nature Center and Rock Springs Conservation Area in Decatur.

For a complete schedule, registration information and additional programs, visit the Macon County Conservation District's website.

The Macon County Conservation District is welcoming the arrival of September with a variety of programs and ac...

08/28/2026

Pritzker Responds to Goodell's Comments About Bears
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08/27/2026

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08/27/2026

Young basketball players in the Decatur area will have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the game directly from members of the Millikin University women's basketball program this fall.

The Decatur Indoor Sports Center is bringing back its Little Hoopsters program, a five-week youth basketball program designed for children ages 3 through 12.

The program will be held Wednesdays from September 2 through September 30, from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. at the DISC, located at 1295 West Wood Street.

Little Hoopsters is directed by the Millikin women's basketball team and coaches. Participants will work on basic basketball skills including dribbling, passing and shooting, while also learning the importance of teamwork.

For registration information, families can contact the Decatur Indoor Sports Center at 217-429-3472 or visit the DISC online.

Young basketball players in the Decatur area will have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the game di...

08/27/2026

Today we're celebrating 18 incredible years with Luci! 🎊

As our District Manager for both the Mattoon and Decatur markets, Luci is always leading, encouraging, and helping our teams succeed. Her dedication, leadership, and commitment have made a lasting impact on our stations and the people who work alongside her every day. 👏✨

Help us celebrate this incredible milestone by wishing Luci a happy work anniversary in the comments! 🎉 Here's to everything you've accomplished and many more great years ahead!

08/27/2026

The victim of a fatal pedestrian crash Monday night in Pana has been identified.

The Christian County Coroner's Office says 13-year-old Shelden Wayde Conway of Pana was the juvenile pedestrian struck by a vehicle in the 500 block of South Poplar Street around 9:39 Monday night.

Pana Police responded to the scene and found Conway in the roadway. The driver of the vehicle, a 16-year-old female, had stopped at the scene.

The Christian County Coroner's Office says the investigation remains ongoing, and no additional information is being released at this time.

Conway's obituary confirms he died Monday, August 24, at the age of 13.

The victim of a fatal pedestrian crash Monday night in Pana has been identified. The Christian County Coroner'...