Daily
Decatur
Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lake Decatur to host Hardy's Race for the Lake in June, following its successful revival and the 2024 site of the year award by the APBA. WAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two siblings in Decatur were sentenced to 30 and 24 years in prison for kidnapping a local businessman and attempting to ransom him for $400,000. Fox Illinois
- ➤ A drug raid led by Homeland Security Investigations and assisted by multiple law enforcement agencies resulted in a Decatur apartment building near 100 S. Church Street being boarded up, with ongoing investigations preventing the release of detailed information. ABC 20
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 'Journey to Freedom' exhibit, highlighting stories of the Underground Railroad and freedom seekers in Illinois, is currently displayed at the Decatur Public Library until April 29th. WAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Six candidates are vying for four seats on the Decatur Public Schools Board of Education, emphasizing the importance of transparency and support for teachers and students ahead of the April 1 election. Herald & Review
- ➤ Muffley Elementary's teachers and students discuss Unplugged Days, clubs, and music opportunities on Byers & Co podcast. Now Decatur
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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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All American Circus
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Decatur Civic Center — $20 Adults, $8 Children — Experience the thrill of the circus with fun for the whole family!
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