Good morning, Decatur.

Decatur’s Scovill Zoo welcomed two new mountain lion siblings—Russet and Yukon, both eight years old—on April 28; they were orphaned as cubs in Idaho in 2017 and previously lived at Elmwood Park Zoo and the St. Louis Zoo.

Visitors can now see the lions and learn about mountain lion conservation as the animals adjust to their new home.

On Saturday, June 28, the Macon County Conservation Foundation will host its first 'Wine in the Wild' event at Woodbine Farm (outside Dalton City) starting at 5 p.m. with drinks, dinner, live music, games, and an auction to raise funds, and it was rescheduled from June 14 so the community can fully support the Spurlock family after a tragic accident last winter.

The Illinois High-Speed Railway Commission — with help from IDOT — is hosting its first virtual event from April 28 to May 11 to present a study on a rail corridor from Chicago to St. Louis that would serve cities including Decatur.

Residents can view a pre-recorded presentation, check exhibits, and take a survey in Spanish on the project website.

The High-Speed Railway Commission and IDOT will host a virtual event from April 28 to May 11 to review a study that examines a potential rail network between Chicago and St. Louis — Decatur residents can view a recorded presentation and offer feedback online.

True Blue Challenge

12 AM – 12 AM — Kirkland Fine Arts Center — Support our students — Celebrate Millikin University with a fundraising challenge for scholarships.

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.

Decatur Craft Beer Festival 2025

7 PM – 4 PM — Decatur IL Central Park — Tickets on sale soon — Enjoy a variety of local brews at Central Park in Downtown Decatur.

Boots On The Ground Country/Urban Line Dancing Party

7 p.m. — 12 a.m. — 400 E Eldorado St, Decatur, IL — Ages 21+ — Dust off those boots and hit the dance floor for an exciting night of country and urban line dancing with a live tutorial.

Rock Springs Ramble 5K Run/Walk

8 a.m. — Rock Springs Conservation Area — Registration details pending — Lace up for a community-friendly 5K run or walk in the scenic Rock Springs Conservation Area.

On-Site Tour at Glenwood Supportive Living

9 AM - 7 PM — The Glenwood Supportive Living of Mt. Zion — Free entry — Explore a community focused on exceptional care and friendly living for seniors.

Open Mic Night with Bob Besser

6-9 p.m. — Golden Fox Brewing, LLC — Free entry — Bring your talents to a fun night of music, comedy, and poetry at the monthly Open Mic.