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Saturday, February 14th, 2026

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Nicole Bateman of the Economic Development Corporation joined Byers and Co on Feb. 13 to discuss the upcoming iFAB Biomanufacturing Summit, local energy projects, and planned area development in Decatur (podcast available).  Now Decatur

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Eisenhower High School Principal Dr. Mistie Rodriguez discussed student achievements in fine arts and sports and noted a Black History Month art exhibit and panther sculpture by ag program students during a Byers & Co conversation on Feb. 13 — the podcast is available now.  Now Decatur

HEALTH NEWS

  • Heritage Behavioral Health Center launches a 24/7 crisis line so that callers in Macon, DeWitt and Piatt counties can quickly reach trained crisis staff by dialing 217-217-HBHC (4242); support may include dispatching a Mobile Crisis Response team.  WAND
  • Heritage Behavioral Health Center will host Stronger Together at the Decatur Public Library from 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18 to engage local residents and answer questions about its new behavioral health facility.  WAND

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Pirate & Princess Party

    10-11 a.m. — Forsyth Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy games, crafts, and treats while dressed as your favorite pirate or princess.

    Sat, 3/7/26

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  • 2026 PBA Illinois Classic

    3-5 p.m. — Victory Lanes - Decatur — Contact for spectator passes — Experience thrilling bowling with PBA legends at this exciting tournament.

    Sun, 3/15/26

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

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