Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
Good morning, Decatur.
🏘️ Community
Belt sander drag racing will take place Saturday, April 25 at ThinkWell Makerspace in Decatur, running from 1 to 8 p.m. Competitors will race in modified and unmodified divisions as part of an anniversary celebration that also features local vendors and makerspace tours.
🚧 Accidents
The Decatur Fire Department responded early Monday to a fire at an unoccupied house near the Oglesby Mansion at 421 W William, and firefighters were still on scene at 8 a.m.
📰 Economy
Richland Community College highlighted its economic impact during Community College Month in April 2025.
A report showed the college supports one in 32 jobs — nearly 2,000 positions and $166 million in added income benefit regional communities.
🎓 Education
Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co on April 20 to talk about exceptional local women, graduations for students and her own children, and activity at the FFA ag building in a podcast that highlights community milestones.
🏛️ Government
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will launch a new online campsite reservation platform on May 1 to streamline permit access at state parks.
Existing reservations remain unchanged.
🎉 Decatur Events
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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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