Good morning, Decatur.

On Feb. 2, Amber Kaylor of Ronald McDonald House Charities joined Byers and Co to discuss the Give a Little Bit campaign at McDonald’s, the Red Shoe Gala and the charity’s 40th anniversary—efforts to boost local support.

Debbie Bogle, President of United Way, joined co-hosts on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday on Feb.

2 to discuss United Way's upcoming Power of the Purse auction + the community fundraiser scheduled later will support local programs.

The Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce will host its February Business Luncheon on Thursday, Feb.

26 at Richland Community College’s Shilling Salon, where Marion Mayor Mike Absher will discuss revitalization and economic development, and registration is required (fees: $27 for members, $37 for non-members) online or by calling 217-422-2200.

Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers and Co yesterday to discuss her focus for the new year and Black History Month + emphasizing career pathways and collective service for the community through a featured podcast.

Decatur City Council approved a development agreement Monday night for a proposed billion-dollar gas-fired power plant along Brush College Road.

The project, led by Broadwing Energy, will supply power and steam for ADM and Google, create 30 jobs, and add $13 million in annual revenue to the city.

University of Illinois Extension will host Gardening Insights, a half-day event for local gardeners on Feb.

28 at Life Foursquare Church (2954 W. Ash Ave.). Organized by Macon County Master Gardeners, the event offers educational sessions and workshops with registration available online by Feb. 22 for $20.

American Heart Month takes place every February and features National Wear Red Day on Feb.

6 to promote heart health awareness. The American Heart Association (AHA) advises CPR training, checkups, and healthy lifestyle choices to reduce heart disease risks.

IEMA-OHS and the American Lung Association are launching Radon Action Month by hosting a statewide contest for middle and high school students to create posters and videos on testing and exposure; entries are due March 15 and discounted radon test kits can be purchased by calling (800-325-1245).

Four Memorial Health hospitals earned recertification from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation after meeting strict quality standards in cardiac and pulmonary rehab + Decatur Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Springfield Memorial, and Taylorville are recognized while Jacksonville Memorial will apply in August.

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.