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Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 4th, the Decatur Police Department issued 24 citations for hands-free law violations during April's Distracted Driving Awareness Month—fewer than the 67 citations issued in 2024—and warned that distracted driving remains a serious danger. Now Decatur
- ➤ On May 3 at 11:50 a.m., deputies from Macon County and Decatur Park Police responded to a call at the P&V Gas Station in Macon when a suspect who wrecked a vehicle and brandished a machete fled on foot, took control of a squad car to ram a police vehicle, and later pointed a shotgun at officers before being shot, with the suspect and a park officer sustaining non-life-threatening injuries while an investigation by state and local units continues. Decatur Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Macon County Health Department at 1221 E. Condit St. in Decatur is hosting an ongoing event each Wednesday to check that your car seat is installed safely with walk-in appointments available from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m.; parents should bring their child or call (217-423-6988 option 6) for help with scheduling on a different day. WCIA
- ➤ New Decatur city council members—including incumbents David Horn and Ed Culp along with Consuelo Cruz replacing Councilman Chuck Kuhle—will be sworn in today at the 5:30 p.m. council meeting. WAND
- ➤ The Macon County Treasurers Office will mail property tax bills on or before May 13th—taxpayers have a QR code option to pay online and can also pay in person, by mail, phone, drop box or at participating banks—and installment payments will be due on June 13th and September 2nd. Now Decatur
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Big Run - Decatur, IL
11 PM - 3 AM — Fleet Feet Decatur — Free entry — Celebrate Global Running Day with a 5K race and community festivities.
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