Good morning, Decatur.

Decatur police arrested 21-year-old Lebran M.

James after he was found with multiple gunshot wounds near Oakland Avenue and Main Street in connection with an Easter shooting — they are still searching for a second shooter.

The Governor Richard J.

Oglesby Mansion and Museum at 421 West William Street in Decatur will host an Open House on Saturday, May 17th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.—volunteer docents will lead tours and visitors may view authentic clothing from the Governor’s family while donations support the mansion’s upkeep.

On May 2nd, Jerry Culp and Robin Caceres of the Macon County Conservation District joined Byers & Co to talk about the Wine in the Wild event at the Historic Woodbine Farm in a podcast now available.

The Illinois Senate passed a bill banning disposable food containers made in whole or part of polystyrene foam and the proposal now goes to the House for a vote.

If approved, the measure will take effect on January 1st — 2030 and does not affect products made for sale out of state.

Decatur City Council faces uncertainty over its role in Heritage Behavioral Health Center’s planned move to the Northgate Mall site next to St. Teresa High School as concerns over safety and zoning arise; city staff had previously indicated no special zoning was needed.

The mayor and council members now await expert input and are reviewing alternative locations while a court hearing on St. Teresa’s injunction is set for May 14—officials say more details are needed before taking further action—leaving the issue unresolved.

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.

John Drake Live Performance

3-6 p.m. — Golden Fox Brewing, LLC — Free entry — Enjoy a live performance by John Drake at this inviting local brewery.