Good morning, Decatur.

The Decatur Fire Department investigated a suspicious fire at a vacant home on East Wood Street (near Martin Luther King Jr. Drive) Monday night as firefighters arrived at 9:11 p.m., deployed a master stream and aerial ladders to control the blaze, and found no one inside while the cause remains under investigation.

Decatur Fire Department responded on May 5 to a fully involved fire at a vacant house—firefighters used Engine 6 with a master stream to control the blaze and protect nearby buildings while crews worked several hours on overhaul, and the cause remains under investigation.

Firefighters responded to a suspicious fire at a vacant home on East Wood Street near S.

Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Monday evening and worked to prevent damage while noting the property has had multiple past fires—investigators are checking the cause.

History of the Heartland and Lincoln Square Theater are hosting an Open House at the Decatur theater on Tuesday, May 13 from 5pm to 7pm where visitors can tour recent renovations, enjoy free popcorn and pizza samples, and learn about the theater's history.

Donations and proceeds from extras — including a concert poster sale — will help fund future renovation projects.

The City of Decatur is urging residents with homes built before 1945 to check the water line map and schedule a free inspection for galvanized lines that may expose them to lead.

Residents and business owners can get 50% cost-sharing — up to $3,000 for homes and $5,000 for businesses—as the city begins a long-term replacement program starting in 2027.

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.

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.