Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Area Church Women United is set to host a Representatives Meeting and Bible Study on February 7th, focusing on the theme 'I Made You Wonderful' and leading up to World Day of Prayer in March. Decatur Tribune
- ➤ The Golden K Kiwanis Club of Decatur outlines its February 2025 program schedule, featuring talks on education, foster care, museum exhibits, and dementia care philosophy. Decatur Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old was fatally shot in Decatur, leading to an ongoing police investigation with two search warrants executed. WAND
- ➤ A Decatur foster mom was sentenced to 18 months probation and required to undergo a mental health evaluation after admitting to domestic battery for disciplining a child with a 'super belt.' Herald & Review
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Fray will perform at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur on May 24, with tickets available from January 31. Fox Illinois
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Millikin University's Human Trafficking Research Lab focuses on understanding and combating human trafficking through collaborative student-faculty research and community outreach in Illinois. WAND
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Health is a Journey Health Fair
The Health is a Journey Health Fair will feature activities, resources, and giveaways from 20 different vendors, promoting wellness in the community.
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