Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
Good morning, Decatur.
🏘️ Community
Kevin Breheny previewed Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday on Monday, Jan.
12 with Byers Co; the podcast featured sports with Aric Lee, a young CEO segment with Sydney Pottalala, and remarks from Forsyth mayor Jim Peck (available to listen now).
🎭 Culture
On Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, Sydney Pottala and Sierra Sickles joined co-hosts on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to share their experience with the Decatur CEO program and preview their upcoming 'The Roaring Murder' events (Jan.
31 and Feb. 7) in the community.
📰 Economy
Illinois ranks third nationally for workforce development in Site Selection Magazine's annual survey by 30 site consultants + Texas earned top marks for business climate and manufacturing.
🎓 Education
Eisenhower High School named Benny Phillips head football coach today.
Phillips, who has served as athletic director since April 2022, brings 25 years of assistant coaching experience (including 26 years in track and field) and will guide the football program with a focus on accountability and excellence.
🌲 Environment
A controlled burn is scheduled along Lake Decatur this week (weather permitting) as part of the city’s land management efforts.
🏛️ Government
Decatur council member David Horn urges review of ADM’s carbon capture project beneath Lake Decatur and invites community voices to a forum Monday at 5:30 p.m. The session will address water safety concerns following a 2024 leak + discuss plans to protect the lake.
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