Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of July.
Good morning, Decatur.
🏘️ Community
Soy City Indivisible held a demonstration Sunday to promote a data center event scheduled for Wednesday evening at Decatur Public Library.
The event will begin at 6 p.m.
Cruise 11 returns to Central Park on Sunday, Sept.
13 in downtown Decatur with a car and bike show, live DJ, food vendors, a 9/11 memorial ceremony, and an 11-mile Yellow Ribbon Cruise—registration starts at 8 a.m. with free spectator admission.
💼 Business
Bobbie Lane’s BBQ will close its Decatur location on N.
Franklin Street due to high operating costs and waning passion — it will shift to its food truck, catering and community events instead.
🎓 Education
Illinois schools will soon provide training on how to handle service animals in classrooms under a new law sponsored by State Senator Doris Turner and signed on Friday + state law expands ADA guidance to protect students who rely on service animals.
The law will take effect on January 1.
🎉 Decatur Events
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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.
Cain Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Prices range from $84 to $99 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Cain and the Band Reeves.
🏠 Decatur Real Estate
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