Good morning, Decatur.

Heartland CASA is expanding volunteer training opportunities at its Decatur office and Kemmerer Village’s Assumption campus this summer and fall to recruit advocates for foster care children.

Four sessions begin July 27 and offer both in person and virtual formats.

Natalie Beck and Pastor Matt Samuels from the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation spoke with Byers + Co on July 7 about The Big Read grant.

They will provide community copies of A Lesson Before Dying and host discussion events to boost local connection.

Decatur Public Library hosts America250 events this month (a Story Time for kids tomorrow, a D&D game for teens on July 11, and a puzzle race for adults on July 30) to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary.

Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski invites residents to the Agriculture Workforce Summit tomorrow at Richland Community College, where panels will discuss boosting career and technical education in agriculture.

The event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the National Sequestration Education Center (3357 N. President Howard Brown Blvd.) and is open to all.

Registration is open for the 14-week Decatur Leadership Institute Class of 2026, hosted by the Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce to prepare participants for community leadership.

Interested individuals must sign up online or call the Chamber by July 31 as class size is limited to 30.

Decatur leaders approved a new regional partnership to tackle phosphorus pollution that could make our community the nation’s largest single source.

The plan is designed to guide future steps for cleaner water + a healthier environment.

Decatur workers are removing storm debris from fallen branches and limbs from storms on June 17 and early July 4.

Municipal Services Department expects cleanup to finish at the earliest one week from Friday and asks residents to place yard debris at the curb.

Decatur soccer fans gathered Monday night at Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater to watch the U.S. men's national team play Belgium in their final World Cup game.

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.

The Doobie Brothers Tribute Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Check website for prices — Experience a night of classic hits from The Doobie Brothers performed by the acclaimed tribute band, The Doobie Others.

Air Supply Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy classic hits with the legendary band Air Supply on a summer evening.

Craig Campbell Concert

7 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of live music with Craig Campbell in Decatur.

Summer Hockey Camp 2026

8:30 a.m. — Decatur Civic Center — Check website for pricing — A high-energy week to elevate your hockey skills on and off the ice!

Foreigner Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night with legendary rock band Foreigner in a perfect lakeside setting.