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Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation named Dr. Dana Ray as its new Board Chair, replacing outgoing Kris Lutt. Dr. Ray — a board-certified physician and former city council member — said she will work to foster inclusive philanthropy and support local nonprofits in the three-county region. Now Decatur
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ADM was named one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces in Manufacturing on June 26th — the honor reflects positive employee feedback on work culture and conditions. Now Decatur
- ➤ Caterpillar celebrated its 100th anniversary on June 26 and its Decatur plant marked 70 years with a $51,000 donation to Northeast Community Fund—its facility will host a centennial world tour of its mobile exhibit on July 1 while Byers and Co will broadcast live from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Now Decatur
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At a Thursday hearing, the Illinois Attorney General’s Office testified on the Illinois Innocence Project’s bid to overturn the Slover family’s murder convictions by seeking new DNA evidence to be added to CODIS—Judge Rodney Forbes set a 60-day reply period while former State's Attorney Jay Scott filed a motion to dismiss and the case will resume in September. WAND
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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.
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Mac n' Cheese Fest 2025
11 a.m. — Fairview Park — Tickets on sale soon — A fun family event featuring a delicious variety of macaroni and cheese.
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Coffee and Company Networking for Business Leaders
8:30-10:00 a.m. — Eagle Ridge of Decatur — Free entry — Network with fellow business leaders while sharing faith in a supportive community atmosphere.
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Lil Jon Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Tickets from $98 — Catch Lil Jon live for an unforgettable night of entertainment.
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It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.
~ Confucius
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