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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Macon County Coroner Michael D. Burkham identified Dale D. Dalluge and Delores A. Dalluge, a married couple who perished when their Warrensburg home exploded around 4:21 p.m. on Sunday — firefighters quickly contained the blaze as the investigation into the cause continues. ABC 20
- ➤ The Decatur Fire Department responded on Saturday to a house fire at 1237 E Whitmer and quickly extinguished flames and ventilated the roof after smoke was seen near the front door, with a resident and his dog already out and no injuries reported. Fox Illinois
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Police arrested Morgan Russell for aggravated battery after officers responded to a July 13 call at Sundown Lounge in Decatur—where they found a 54-year-old with a stab wound to the abdomen who was taken to Decatur Memorial Hospital—and Russell is now booked in Macon County Jail. WAND
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On July 15th, 2025, Natalie Beck from the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation, Barbara Dove—nominated by Jamie Fawley for the Preston Jackson Arts Award—and Jamie Fawley joined Byers & Co to discuss Decatur's art legacy and the work that inspired the award nomination. Now Decatur
- ➤ The Phil Collins Experience will perform at Devon on August 2nd to support God's Shelter of Love in Decatur—proceeds from merchandise sales will fund emergency housing for women and children. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Police announced it is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and over 200 local agencies to enforce speed limits with increased patrols from July 8—July 31. Officers will focus on areas with frequent speed-related crashes including N. Water St., N. Oakland Ave and N. 22nd St to issue tickets to speeding drivers. Now Decatur
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ImpactLife, the primary blood supplier for area hospitals, is planning upcoming blood drives in Decatur to help meet hospital blood supply needs. Herald & Review
SHOP NEWS
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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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