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Decatur
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Children's Museum of Illinois will host its annual Duck Derby fundraiser on May 3 featuring rubber duck races and free outdoor activities — including games, music and bounce houses — in its 30th year. Proceeds support museum programs. Now Decatur
- ➤ State Rep. Regan Deering will partner with the Macon County Farm Bureau for a free shred event and diaper drive on Tuesday, Apr. 28 in Decatur (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.). Residents may bring up to five boxes of confidential paper for secure shredding and donate packaged diapers and wipes. Now Decatur
- ➤ Tuesday, Apr. 21, Matt Fairchild of Hickory Point Bank and representatives from Richland Community College Foundation joined Byers & Co for a podcast on the upcoming Bright Futures Gala. They explained how HPB employees support community efforts by serving on RCC Foundation boards. Now Decatur
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, April 21, 2026, Natalie Beck from the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and producer Jenette Jurczyk joined Byers & Co to discuss the podcast’s performance and behind-the-scenes work on That’s What She Said — shedding light on the creative process. Now Decatur
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dale Colee joined Byers & Co on April 21 to preview the new podcast Pharmacy Facts with Friends and highlight the role of Richland Community College in the community. The podcast is now available to stream. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Doris Turner introduced a bill requiring pharmacies to display medication recall alerts with a QR code linking to the FDA website. Senate Bill 3223 passed the Senate on April 21 — with bipartisan support — and now moves to the House for review. Now Decatur
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On April 21, Kyle May from Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to discuss the Boston Marathon, local health fairs, running events, training programs and new spring shoes in a podcast available to local listeners. Now Decatur
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A women's-only mini golf event will be held at Overlook Adventure Park on May 7 from 5 to 9 p.m. It will feature 18 holes with themed stops (including drinks and appetizers) and vendors offering experiences; participants can sign up in advance for the $40 fee as space is limited. Now Decatur
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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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