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Decatur
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cars and Coffee 2026 series — a local car enthusiast event — will kick off on April 11 at 661 East Wood Street to benefit the Macon County Animal Shelter; upcoming stops on May 2, May 9, and June 13 will support other local causes. Now Decatur
- ➤ Millikin University will host Milli-Fest (a free event for all ages) on April 17 and 18, featuring campus games, food trucks, and an outdoor screening of Monsters University on Friday from 6 to 9 p.m., with a vendor market, inflatables, and family games Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Now Decatur
- ➤ Local agencies in Macon County launched a 100-Day Challenge to prevent homelessness before it begins. The program organized by the Macon County Continuum of Care with state help began March 9 and will run through mid-June to support 60 households, mostly families with children. WAND
- ➤ Amber Kaylor previewed the RMHC of Central Illinois Red Shoe Gala during a podcast interview with Byers & Co on Apr. 6, highlighting the event as part of the organization’s 40th anniversary plans. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials approved a three-year revitalization plan today to boost economic growth and neighborhood well-being; they will work with 1,000 businesses annually, increase grant funding for infrastructure, and target housing improvements (including demolishing 10 houses) to help residents thrive. Fox Illinois
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Apr. 6, Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to discuss healthcare career pathways and how the Jerry J. Dawson Civic Leadership Institute is launching programs to help local citizens advance their careers. The podcast is available online. Now Decatur
- ➤ Decatur Memorial Hospital is hosting the Mindful Miles Walking Challenge kickoff on April 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. along its walking trail — residents can register, get giveaways, and join a monthlong challenge that offers a free T-shirt for logging 50 miles. Now Decatur
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brian Barnhart discussed his experience calling the Final Four game and spending time with the Illini team during this season on April 6 with Byers & Co. The podcast is available for local listeners. Now Decatur
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Heartache Tonight - Tribute to The Eagles
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Dixon's Violin Performance
6:50-10:50 p.m. — Decatur Civic Center — Tickets available — Experience the world’s premier visionary violinist like never before.
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