Good morning, Decatur.

Scovill Zoo is inviting adults to volunteer for the 2026 season.

Training will begin on Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Zoo Education Center (71 South Country Club Road) and requires participants to pass a background check.

Kroger’s Route 36 location now offers the Braves Bundle popcorn mix—a creation by Mt Zion teachers and students featuring Churro, Toffee, and White Cheddar—following Eisenhower High’s Panther Spice mix, with both blends available for purchase today.

Yesterday, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs urged residents to check the ICash website for unclaimed funds in honor of National Unclaimed Property Day.

He said one in four searchers typically finds missing money — and the state has improved the claims process with online services.

Ongoing extreme winter weather has increased fire and carbon monoxide risks, so Illinois fire officials advise residents to keep heat sources three feet away from combustibles and install working alarms as nearly 10,000 CO-related calls occurred in 2024—residents should inspect heating systems and plan for emergencies.

Strings of the Heart: Candlelit Valentine’s Concert & Dinner

7-9:30 p.m. — Decatur Conference Center & Hotel — Cost varies — Enjoy a romantic evening of live strings and a curated dinner in a candlelit atmosphere.