Thursday, February 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Millikin University student was hit by a vehicle and carried 50 feet but reportedly escaped serious injury, in an incident that may have been caused by icy conditions. Herald & Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Johns Hill Teacher, Kevin Hale, discussed his school board election campaign and impending retirement on Thee Morris Code podcast. Now Decatur
- ➤ Millikin University is in the process of searching for a new president, and Nick Offerman will be attending the Goodheart Event on campus. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur City Council has approved the annexation of land for economic development and a sewer infrastructure project to mitigate basement backups, with construction set to begin in April if loan approval is obtained. WCIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sonja Chargois of DMH discussed their holistic approach to wellness at the Health is a Journey Health Fair on Byers & Co. Now Decatur
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur Park District will host its 14th Annual 4V4 Indoor Futsal Tournament, featuring teams from 8U to Adult categories, on February 22 at the Decatur Indoor Sports Center. Now Decatur
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Masterworks 3: A Performance for All Ages
Masterworks 3 will feature performances designed for both the young and the young at heart at the Kirkland Fine Arts Center.
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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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Mardi Paws Fundraiser for the Humane Society of Decatur
The Humane Society of Decatur is hosting a Mardi Paws fundraiser featuring live music and snacks to support local animal welfare.
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Alice in Wonderland Jr - A Journey Through Wonderland
Alice navigates the whimsical world of Wonderland in this vibrant retelling featuring beloved characters and music from the Disney classic.
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