Good morning, Decatur.

Local businesses in Decatur and nearby towns are gearing up for Hardy's Race for the Lake this weekend.

New owner Todd Parker said The Beach House will stay open during the races — Decatur Mt. Zion Hampton Inn has already sold out its rooms.

Michael Evans, a Decatur man, pleaded guilty to threatening school officials with a gun at a school in Oreana in December — he will be sentenced on June 26 and could face up to two years in prison.

Michael Evans—a Decatur man—pleaded guilty to threatening school officials when he lifted his shirt to reveal a gun during a December incident at a school in Oreana as he demanded names of students involved in a fight with his child, and he will be sentenced on June 26.

A Decatur man, Kevin Horve, was arrested Tuesday on three counts of possessing child pornography after police found images on his Microsoft OneDrive account, including three that show a girl under 13 engaging in sexual intercourse — he is detained pending a June 18 preliminary hearing.

Autopsies confirmed that William and Lorie Frame, found dead in their Forsyth home on Monday after each receiving a gunshot wound, died from their injuries; the Macon County Sheriff’s Office (with help from the Illinois State Police) continues its investigation with no arrests made.

Police said a married couple was found shot to death during a welfare check in their Forsyth home on Monday—autopsies confirmed the 65-year-old husband and 63-year-old wife died from a single gunshot and no arrests have been made yet.

The SummerStart boat races in Decatur are featured in a gallery of 45 photos that capture the boats in action—showing racers and spectators gathered along the water.

The photo collection offers a vivid look at the lively event.

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.

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.

Billy Currington Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket prices range from $51 to $898 — Catch Billy Currington live in Decatur for a night of country music.

Band On The Run - Tribute to Paul McCartney

7-8:30 p.m. — Lincoln Square Theater — Cost information not specified — Experience an electrifying tribute to the legendary sounds of Paul McCartney & Wings.