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Monday, June 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ D-Day veteran Duane (Harvey) Hodges celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday in Savoy as family and friends honored him with a band performance and a 21-gun salute. Hodges recalled his cherished memories and urged neighbors to not delay spending time with loved ones or pursuing their dreams. WCIA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In May 2025, Decatur’s not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped from 5.5% to 5.0% even as nonfarm jobs fell by 800 to 47,100. Private Education, Health Services and Mining and Construction each gained 200 jobs — while Manufacturing, Retail Trade, Government and other sectors lost positions — according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Illinois Department of Employment Security data. Now Decatur
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Park District and Scovill Zoo will host Sip and Stroll—an adults-only event on July 11—where guests 21+ will wander the zoo, view animals up close, and sip beverages, with tickets costing $25 to cover admission, train and carousel rides, and one drink ticket. Now Decatur
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Week 4 of the HIIT the DISC Challenge took place on June 29th—starting with Tabata and interval training—and ended with a miracle that was captured on video. Now Decatur
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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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