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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation is accepting nominations for the Do Something Great Awards until May 23—this annual program honors Macon County residents in seven award categories. The awards ceremony will be held on July 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Millikin University. Now Decatur
- ➤ The 5th Annual United Way Food Truck Frenzy — presented by First Mid Bank & Trust — will return to Fairview Park on April 26th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will feature nine local food trucks and activities for kids while benefiting the United Way of Decatur and Mid Illinois. Now Decatur
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Decatur woman, Currie-Willis, who was charged with murder in the robbery killing of Cameron Taylor received 30 months probation for obstruction of justice on Wednesday after prosecutors said they lacked evidence that she lured the victim to her home (her 136-day jail sentence was canceled with credit for time served). Herald & Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Registration opened on April 3 for 2025 summer camps at Rock Springs Conservation Area for children ages 1 to 15, offering hands-on outdoor lessons in nature and history. Camps include various sessions—Earth Adventures, Adventure Club, History Camp, X-Treme Camp, and Mini Camp—each with set days, activities, and fees, and spots are limited. Now Decatur
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Severe storms on Wednesday brought heavy winds, damaged roofs and trees, and left over 7,000 customers without power before most services came back on Thursday morning. The National Weather Service sent crews to survey damage in Clark, Cumberland, and Effingham counties—no injuries were reported. WAND
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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.
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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.
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Blain’s Farm & Fleet 70th Anniversary Celebration
9 a.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Check for details on savings — Celebrate 70 years of community service with fun demos, giveaways, and a chance to win a UTV.
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True Blue Challenge
12 AM – 12 AM — Kirkland Fine Arts Center — Support our students — Celebrate Millikin University with a fundraising challenge for scholarships.
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Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists Plant Sale
9 AM – 2 PM — Macon County Fair & Event Facilities — Free entry — Explore a variety of plants including annuals, perennials, houseplants, and more at this community plant sale.
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