Good morning, Decatur.

The Girl Scouts of Central Illinois started their Operation Cookie Share campaign Tuesday morning in Springfield — collecting donations to provide cookies for military personnel, first responders and health care workers.

Additional events took place Monday in Decatur and Champaign, and donations will be accepted through June 12.

Girl Scouts of Central Illinois started their Operation Cookie Share campaign Tuesday morning at Hickory Point Bank in Springfield to collect boxes of cookies for military personnel, first responders, and health care workers.

Additional events were held Monday in Decatur and Champaign, and donations will be accepted until June 12.

The Statewide Independent Living Council of Illinois will host a public forum at Soyland Access to Independent Living (1670 S.

Taylorville Road) on Thursday, June 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to gather input for its State Plan for Independent Living covering 2028 to 2030.

Honda is recalling 880,514 vehicles, including some models sold in Illinois, because rear subframe parts can corrode and weaken the rear suspension, with repairs provided at no charge once owner letters are mailed on July 7.

Millikin University associate professor Mark Tonelli is set to be featured in the Brazilian film *Brasiliana*, which centers on the music album he developed over several years.

It will be released publicly following its festival presentation.

Rick Darnell & Alyse Knust from Millikin University spoke with Byers & Co on June 10 about their partnership with Heart of Illinois Community Foundation to expand local giving through the Illinois Gives Tax Credit.

The Decatur school board named new administrators Tuesday during its board meeting.

Millikin University announced Wednesday that it received a $3.3 million gift to create the Helen Cox Kersting & Dr. Hans-Joachim Kersting Scholarship Fund, the largest scholarship commitment in its College of Fine Arts history.

The donation will support future arts scholarships at the university.

Severe storms knocked out power for thousands across Central Illinois between late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning, with over 11,000 customers in Sangamon County affected while crews removed fallen trees from roads.

Officials will survey damage to confirm if strong winds or a tornado caused the outages.

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced a new grant program to help volunteer groups fight hunger — offering up to $5,000 to support small food pantries, soup kitchens and nonprofits.

Organizations can apply through July 31.

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.

35th Annual Decatur Train Fair

4-7 p.m. — Decatur Civic Center — Family-friendly event — Explore diverse train layouts and engage with passionate vendors at this nostalgic celebration.

Decatur Baseball vs. Jackson Rockabillys

3:30-7:30 a.m. — Workman Family Baseball Field — Tickets start at $34 — Experience a thrilling matchup between local baseball teams in Decatur.

BSR Opening for Daya

7-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Concert tickets available — Experience a night of live music with Daya in Decatur.

Jordan Davis Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket prices from $148 — Experience the charm of country music with Jordan Davis live in Decatur.

Josiah Queen Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket prices from $111+ — Experience live music from Josiah Queen in a scenic riverside venue.