Good morning, Decatur.

The 5th Annual United Way Food Truck Frenzy presented by First Mid Bank and Trust will be held at Fairview Park on April 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until trucks sell out—nine food trucks will offer a variety of meals and fun activities for children while part of the proceeds will benefit United Way of Decatur and Mid Illinois.

Decatur police said Valissa Thornell is accused of trying to drown her baby—and she planned to kill herself afterward.

The Macon County Conservation District and Decatur Area Audubon Society will host the 44th Annual Festival of Spring on April 26 from 12–4pm to celebrate Earth Day.

Attendees can join bird banding with Dr. Travis Wilcoxen, guided hikes, a river cleanup and kayaking for $3 per person at Rock Springs Conservation Area.

Congresswoman Budzinski announced on March 24 that the 2025 Congressional Art Competition is open to high school students in her district.

Students must submit entries by April 11 for a chance to have the winning art shown in the U.S. Capitol’s Cannon Tunnel—artists from all local areas may participate.

Dana Deshon, a pediatric nurse practitioner at OSF Healthcare, said vaccinations are vital to stop a measles outbreak that has reached 378 cases nationwide; she noted that the virus spreads before symptoms appear and that people who are pregnant, very young or immune-compromised are at greater risk. Deshon added that one vaccine dose is 93% effective and two doses are 97% effective (she urged everyone unsure of their vaccination status to talk with their doctor).

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!

Midwest Toy & Comic Fest Decatur 2025

10 AM – 4 PM — Decatur Civic Center — $5 at the door — A family-friendly convention featuring toys and comics for all ages.

Molly Hatchet Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Lincoln Square Theater — $18-$75 — Experience the iconic Southern rock sounds of Molly Hatchet blending rock, blues, country, and gospel.