Good morning, Decatur.

Macon County Fair returns from May 31 to June 7 at the Macon County Fairgrounds in Decatur and features carnival rides, food vendors, livestock shows, harness racing and new competitions for potted house plants — offering fun for all with $5 admission and free entry for kids under 4.

On Friday, May 22, Nicole Bateman from the Economic Development Corporation joined Byers & Co to discuss local attractions and workforce development in Decatur; the podcast is available for local listeners to learn more.

Callie Hovis (recent Eisenhower grad) will head to Washington, D.C. this summer to intern with the Department of Agriculture, marking an eager step in her career.

Stephen Decatur Middle School Principal Curtiss Lindsey joined Byers & Co for a podcast on May 22 to share his journey from Georgia and explain what makes the school stand out in Decatur.

The City of Decatur reopened a long stretch of Fairview Avenue after City contractors installed a new storm sewer (the road had been closed since February) and now it serves as the entrance to Fairview Park.

Non-emergency lane closures are suspended from 3 p.m. Friday, May 22, to 11:59 p.m. Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day weekend travel, the Illinois Department of Transportation said.

Selected lanes in Iroquois, Champaign, McLean, Piatt, Vermilion, Christian, Sangamon and Effingham counties remain closed (drivers should use caution in construction zones).

Mark Tupper detailed Brad Underwood's new contract and recalled Kyle Busch's visit to Macon Speedway in a podcast episode recorded on May 22, providing local sports fans with fresh insights.

Decatur Bean Ballers (a team of college athletes) will start their inaugural season on Tuesday at Millikin University's Workman Family Baseball Field, and the team plans to bring family fun with kids’ activities over a 56-game schedule with 28 home games.

Weekly Book Sale

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Decatur Public Library — Free entry — Browse a variety of books, DVDs, and puzzles while supporting local literacy efforts.

Boots On The Ground Country/Urban Line Dancing Party

7-11:45 p.m. — Decatur Conference Center & Hotel — Free entry — Kick up your heels and enjoy a night of line dancing to urban and country beats.

Community Game Afternoon

1-4 p.m. — Decatur Public Library — Free entry — Bring your family and friends to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of board games and card games.

Stryper Live Concert

June 17-18 — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Tickets from $47 — Experience Stryper's electrifying performance as they celebrate 40 years of iconic hits by the lakeside.

Avery Irons Author Event

5:30-6:00 p.m. — Decatur Public Library — Free entry — Experience a reading and book signing event with local author Avery Irons presenting her debut novel.