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Decatur
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The historic Oglesby Mansion will host its planned events today despite a large blaze next door. Organizers report safety measures are in place to protect guests. Herald & Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rankin Township High School Alumni Association plans its 100th Alumni Banquet in May to celebrate a century of school tradition. A casual gathering on May 1 and a main banquet on May 2 (featuring live music by Discount Rhythm Dukes) will be held at the Rankin Lions Club grounds. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Decatur mayor Erik Brechnitz (87) died on April 21 after battling an illness. He served on the city council for 10 years and as mayor for four years, and his commitment to local public service is remembered by community members. WAND
- ➤ Sen. Dick Durbin introduced the America Grow Act in Congress today to boost USDA agriculture research funding by 5% a year over the next decade (aimed at reversing recent funding cuts). WAND
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New data from Illinois REALTORS shows that home sales and prices increased in March — available homes dropped while central Illinois remains steady with 126 active listings in Macon County and falling mortgage rates boosting buyers. Broker Jason White advises buyers to work with their agent for smart offers. WAND
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Vision without execution is hallucination.
~ Thomas Edison
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