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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new Map the Meal Gap study by Feeding America shows that over 143,000 people, including nearly 40,000 children, live in food-insecure households in the Eastern Illinois Foodbank service area, meaning 13.3% of the local population faces hunger. The study also found that food insecurity rates have risen in every county served by the EIF. WCIA
- ➤ Nominations for the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation Do Something Great Awards (in seven categories) will be accepted until May 23 to honor Macon County residents for their impact. The awards ceremony (at Millikin University from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) will take place on July 25. Now Decatur
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 14th, Millikin University commencement student speakers Helena Hashimoto and Anthony Ezeanyim joined Matthew Flaten at Byers & Co to discuss their campus experiences and graduation speech preparation. The conversation was recorded as a podcast to share student insights. Now Decatur
- ➤ On May 14, 2025, Ashley Grayned of Decatur Public Schools joined co-hosts Dr. Juanita Morris and Dr. Jeremy Morris on Thee Morris Code — with student Braeden Apholone and his mother, Shawanda Apholone Guise — to discuss his graduation and completion of his program. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A judge in Decatur will decide whether to dismiss a legal bid for an injunction to block the move of Heritage Behavioral Health Center next to St. Teresa High School. Herald & Review
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On May 14, Tanya Andricks from Crossing Healthcare joined Byers & Co in a podcast to discuss leadership, mental health resources — and optimism in young people. Now Decatur
SHOP NEWS
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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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Hardy's Race for the Lake
High-speed boat racing action — June 7-8 — Lake Decatur — Free entry — Experience the thrill of the APBA Inboard Eastern Divisional Boat Race amidst a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Jersey Tenors Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Lincoln Square Theater — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a thrilling fusion of opera classics and rock hits from legends like Queen and Elton John.
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