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Decatur
Monday, July 7th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today the Scovill Zoo invites people living with dementia & their caregivers to a free event held from 1-3 p.m. at 71 South Country Club Road where they can enjoy snacks and social activities as part of the monthly Dementia Friendly Day in partnership with Dementia Friendly Decatur. WCIA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Fire Department responded to multiple fires on Friday night by extinguishing a shed blaze on S. Illinois St. at about 11:00 p.m. and tackling a fire in a vacant home under renovation on N. 34th St. at around 11:30 p.m.—with advanced fire conditions and a collapsed basement floor that took 3 hours to put out—while also managing small rubbish and dumpster fires that damaged an occupied home’s exterior; investigators are checking if fireworks caused the incidents. Decatur Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 29, police said an ex-boyfriend attacked a 38-year-old man who was walking with his former girlfriend on W. William Street—police reported the victim lost consciousness, sustained a cut lip and bloody nose, and the accused now faces aggravated battery charges with pretrial release conditions. Herald & Review
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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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Founding Females® Meet Up
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Cass Concepts — Free entry — Engage in a supportive community of female entrepreneurs tackling business challenges together.
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The Phil Collins Experience
7-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket info not specified — Relive the iconic music of Phil Collins in an electrifying tribute performance.
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