Good morning, Decatur.

Nick Cox, owner of Coney McKane's, has opened the new event venue The Hostetler across the street in Downtown Decatur while renovations are underway.

The venue, which holds up to 99 people (suitable for meetings, receptions, and other events), will first serve as a rental space with catering from Coney McKane's before expanding its services.

Today, the EPA issued a compliance order to ADM for a carbon sequestration well after it failed to monitor an injection zone about 5,000 feet underground and a release of carbon dioxide and brine was detected last year, though there was no threat to public health.

ADM has already taken steps to follow the order — ensuring future injections are safe and properly documented.

ADM said that work to fix a deep underground leak is almost finished — they will restart carbon injections soon.

The company and EPA confirmed that the leak did not threaten drinking water supplies — keeping the community safe.

Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District spoke to Byers & Co on August 13 about tough summer weather and new fall hours for park facilities—he also explained plans for children’s programs, senior lunches, and Movies Under the Stores.

Illinois State Police established the Illinois Trafficking Enforcement Group yesterday to fight human trafficking by partnering with the Decatur Police Department, the McLean County Sheriff’s Office, and the Howard G.

Buffett Foundation — using cutting-edge technology at the Investigative Support Operations Center in Decatur to identify offenders and assist victims.

Beginning Nov 1, Get Covered Illinois will become the state’s official health insurance marketplace—approved by the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services—and will take over enrollments from Healthcare.gov for 2026 coverage.

Re-Scheduled Rodeo

6-10 p.m. — Macon County Fairgrounds — Free entry and parking — Enjoy thrilling rodeo events including bull riding and barrel racing.

Farm Progress Show

8 AM - 2 PM — Progress City USA — Free entry — Experience the largest outdoor farm event with vehicle demos and expert advice.

Decatur Blaze Alumni Game

5-11:30 p.m. — Decatur Civic Center — Charity event — Celebrate the first alumni game while honoring Cooper Stewart's legacy with food, drinks, and personalized jerseys.

Styx Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Tickets start at $67 — Catch Styx live in a scenic setting for an unforgettable musical experience.

Lauren Alaina Live

7-9 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — $41.00 — Experience the country sensation who's taken the stage since her American Idol days.